Head-to-Head Comparison
| Feature | DIFC | SHC |
|---|
| Full Name | Dubai International Financial Centre | Sharjah Healthcare City |
| Emirate | Dubai | Sharjah |
| Specialty | Financial services, fintech | Healthcare |
| Cheapest Year 1 | AED 23,000 | AED 24,000 |
| Cheapest Package | DIFC Innovation License | SHC Non-Clinical |
| License Fee (from) | AED 12,000 | AED 10,000 |
| Visa Cost Range | AED 6,000-AED 8,000 | AED 4,000-AED 5,500 |
| Notable | Independent legal system (common law) | Medical facilities and clinics |
| Website | www.difc.ae | |
All Packages Compared
DIFC Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|
| DIFC Innovation License | AED 23,000 | 1 |
| DIFC Commercial License | AED 77,000 | 3 |
| DIFC Financial License | AED 127,000 | 5 |
SHC Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|
| SHC Non-Clinical | AED 24,000 | 2 |
| SHC Clinical License | AED 33,000 | 2 |
Verdict
DIFC is the more affordable option, starting from AED 23,000 compared to AED 24,000 for SHC. However, SHC may offer advantages in terms of healthcare.