Head-to-Head Comparison
| Feature | DIAC | DIC |
|---|
| Full Name | Dubai International Academic City | Dubai Internet City |
| Emirate | Dubai | Dubai |
| Specialty | Education | Tech, IT, software |
| Cheapest Year 1 | AED 39,000 | AED 29,320 |
| Cheapest Package | DIAC Academic License | DIC Flexi Desk |
| 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 | University campus zone | Google, Microsoft, LinkedIn presence |
| Website | www.diacedu.ae | dic.ae |
All Packages Compared
DIAC Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|
| DIAC Academic License | AED 39,000 | 2 |
| DIAC Campus License | AED 88,060 | 5 |
DIC Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|
| DIC Flexi Desk | AED 29,320 | 1 |
| DIC Startup Package | AED 45,420 | 3 |
| DIC Dedicated Desk | AED 55,420 | 3 |
Verdict
DIC is the more affordable option, starting from AED 29,320 compared to AED 39,000 for DIAC. However, DIAC may offer advantages in terms of education.