Head-to-Head Comparison
| Feature | DIAC | DMCC |
|---|
| Full Name | Dubai International Academic City | Dubai Multi Commodities Centre |
| Emirate | Dubai | Dubai |
| Specialty | Education | Commodities, finance, tech, blockchain |
| Cheapest Year 1 | AED 39,000 | AED 33,600 |
| Cheapest Package | DIAC Academic License | DMCC Flexi Desk - Trading |
| 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 | 22,000+ member companies, JLT location |
| Website | www.diacedu.ae | www.dmcc.ae |
All Packages Compared
DIAC Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|
| DIAC Academic License | AED 39,000 | 2 |
| DIAC Campus License | AED 88,060 | 5 |
DMCC Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|
| DMCC Flexi Desk - Trading | AED 33,600 | 3 |
| DMCC Flexi Desk - Service | AED 33,600 | 3 |
| DMCC Shared Office | AED 51,100 | 6 |
| DMCC Dedicated Office | AED 80,100 | 10 |
Verdict
DMCC is the more affordable option, starting from AED 33,600 compared to AED 39,000 for DIAC. However, DIAC may offer advantages in terms of education.