Head-to-Head Comparison
| Feature | DIC | DOC |
|---|
| Full Name | Dubai Internet City | Dubai Outsource City |
| Emirate | Dubai | Dubai |
| Specialty | Tech, IT, software | BPO, outsourcing |
| Cheapest Year 1 | AED 29,320 | AED 31,600 |
| Cheapest Package | DIC Flexi Desk | DOC Standard License |
| 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 | Google, Microsoft, LinkedIn presence | Business process services |
| Website | dic.ae | |
All Packages Compared
DIC Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|
| DIC Flexi Desk | AED 29,320 | 1 |
| DIC Startup Package | AED 45,420 | 3 |
| DIC Dedicated Desk | AED 55,420 | 3 |
DOC Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|
| DOC Standard License | AED 31,600 | 2 |
| DOC Office Package | AED 61,500 | 5 |
Verdict
DIC is the more affordable option, starting from AED 29,320 compared to AED 31,600 for DOC. However, DOC may offer advantages in terms of bpo, outsourcing.