D3 vs HFZ
Dubai Design District compared to Hamriyah Free Zone
Head-to-Head Comparison
| Feature | D3 | HFZ |
|---|---|---|
| Full Name | Dubai Design District | Hamriyah Free Zone |
| Emirate | Dubai | Sharjah |
| Specialty | Fashion, design, luxury | Industrial, manufacturing, oil & gas |
| Cheapest Year 1 | AED 28,520 | AED 17,500 |
| Cheapest Package | D3 Flexi Desk | Hamriyah Trading |
| License Fee (from) | AED 15,000 | AED 8,000 |
| Visa Cost Range | AED 5,000-AED 7,000 | AED 4,000-AED 5,500 |
| Notable | Creative studios, showrooms | Deep-water port access |
| Website | www.d3.ae | www.hfza.ae |
All Packages Compared
D3 Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|---|---|
| D3 Flexi Desk | AED 28,520 | 1 |
| D3 Studio | AED 55,520 | 3 |
HFZ Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|---|---|
| Hamriyah Trading | AED 17,500 | 2 |
| Hamriyah Industrial | AED 57,000 | 10 |
Verdict
HFZ is the more affordable option, starting from AED 17,500 compared to AED 28,520 for D3. However, D3 may offer advantages in terms of fashion, design, luxury.