Head-to-Head Comparison
| Feature | DMC | DOC |
|---|
| Full Name | Dubai Media City | Dubai Outsource City |
| Emirate | Dubai | Dubai |
| Specialty | Media, advertising, broadcasting | BPO, outsourcing |
| Cheapest Year 1 | AED 10,800 | AED 31,600 |
| Cheapest Package | DMC Freelance Permit | 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 | CNN, BBC, Reuters offices | Business process services |
| Website | dmc.ae | |
All Packages Compared
DMC Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|
| DMC Freelance Permit | AED 10,800 | 1 |
| DMC Company License | AED 39,900 | 3 |
| DMC Premium Office | AED 94,800 | 6 |
DOC Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|
| DOC Standard License | AED 31,600 | 2 |
| DOC Office Package | AED 61,500 | 5 |
Verdict
DMC is the more affordable option, starting from AED 10,800 compared to AED 31,600 for DOC. However, DOC may offer advantages in terms of bpo, outsourcing.