Head-to-Head Comparison
| Feature | DIAC | SRTIP |
|---|
| Full Name | Dubai International Academic City | Sharjah Research Technology and Innovation Park |
| Emirate | Dubai | Sharjah |
| Specialty | Education | Technology, R&D |
| Cheapest Year 1 | AED 39,000 | AED 13,500 |
| Cheapest Package | DIAC Academic License | SRTIP Startup |
| 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 | Innovation and research hub |
| Website | www.diacedu.ae | www.srtip.ae |
All Packages Compared
DIAC Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|
| DIAC Academic License | AED 39,000 | 2 |
| DIAC Campus License | AED 88,060 | 5 |
SRTIP Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|
| SRTIP Startup | AED 13,500 | 1 |
| SRTIP Standard Office | AED 35,000 | 3 |
| SRTIP Lab Space | AED 67,000 | 5 |
Verdict
SRTIP is the more affordable option, starting from AED 13,500 compared to AED 39,000 for DIAC. However, DIAC may offer advantages in terms of education.