Head-to-Head Comparison
| Feature | DIAC | RDAO |
|---|
| Full Name | Dubai International Academic City | RAK Digital Assets Oasis |
| Emirate | Dubai | Ras Al Khaimah |
| Specialty | Education | Crypto, blockchain, Web3 |
| Cheapest Year 1 | AED 39,000 | AED 22,500 |
| Cheapest Package | DIAC Academic License | RDAO Digital Assets |
| License Fee (from) | AED 15,000 | AED 10,000 |
| Visa Cost Range | AED 5,000-AED 7,000 | AED 4,000-AED 5,500 |
| Notable | University campus zone | Digital assets regulation |
| Website | www.diacedu.ae | www.freeraq.com |
All Packages Compared
DIAC Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|
| DIAC Academic License | AED 39,000 | 2 |
| DIAC Campus License | AED 88,060 | 5 |
RDAO Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|
| RDAO Digital Assets | AED 22,500 | 2 |
Verdict
RDAO is the more affordable option, starting from AED 22,500 compared to AED 39,000 for DIAC. However, DIAC may offer advantages in terms of education.