Head-to-Head Comparison
| Feature | DHCC | DIAC |
|---|
| Full Name | Dubai Healthcare City | Dubai International Academic City |
| Emirate | Dubai | Dubai |
| Specialty | Healthcare, pharma | Education |
| Cheapest Year 1 | AED 32,700 | AED 39,000 |
| Cheapest Package | DHCC Non-Clinical | DIAC Academic License |
| License Fee (from) | AED 15,000 | AED 15,000 |
| Visa Cost Range | AED 5,000-AED 7,000 | AED 5,000-AED 7,000 |
| Notable | Hospitals, clinics, medical research | University campus zone |
| Website | www.dhcc.ae | www.diacedu.ae |
All Packages Compared
DHCC Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|
| DHCC Non-Clinical | AED 32,700 | 2 |
| DHCC Clinical License | AED 40,700 | 2 |
| DHCC Premium Clinical | AED 85,700 | 5 |
DIAC Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|
| DIAC Academic License | AED 39,000 | 2 |
| DIAC Campus License | AED 88,060 | 5 |
Verdict
DHCC is the more affordable option, starting from AED 32,700 compared to AED 39,000 for DIAC. However, DIAC may offer advantages in terms of education.