Head-to-Head Comparison
| Feature | DIAC | RAKMC |
|---|
| Full Name | Dubai International Academic City | RAK Maritime City |
| Emirate | Dubai | Ras Al Khaimah |
| Specialty | Education | Maritime, shipping |
| Cheapest Year 1 | AED 39,000 | AED 20,000 |
| Cheapest Package | DIAC Academic License | RAKMC Trading License |
| 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 | University campus zone | Port and maritime services |
| Website | www.diacedu.ae | |
All Packages Compared
DIAC Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|
| DIAC Academic License | AED 39,000 | 2 |
| DIAC Campus License | AED 88,060 | 5 |
RAKMC Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|
| RAKMC Trading License | AED 20,000 | 2 |
| RAKMC Industrial | AED 50,000 | 5 |
Verdict
RAKMC is the more affordable option, starting from AED 20,000 compared to AED 39,000 for DIAC. However, DIAC may offer advantages in terms of education.