Head-to-Head Comparison
| Feature | DMC | DPC |
|---|
| Full Name | Dubai Media City | Dubai Production City |
| Emirate | Dubai | Dubai |
| Specialty | Media, advertising, broadcasting | Publishing, media |
| Cheapest Year 1 | AED 10,800 | AED 24,600 |
| Cheapest Package | DMC Freelance Permit | DPC Commercial 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 | Print and publishing hub |
| Website | dmc.ae | www.dpc.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 |
DPC Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|
| DPC Commercial License | AED 24,600 | 2 |
| DPC Industrial License | AED 64,500 | 5 |
Verdict
DMC is the more affordable option, starting from AED 10,800 compared to AED 24,600 for DPC. However, DPC may offer advantages in terms of publishing, media.