Head-to-Head Comparison
| Feature | DMC | DTC |
|---|
| Full Name | Dubai Media City | Dubai Textile City |
| Emirate | Dubai | Dubai |
| Specialty | Media, advertising, broadcasting | Textiles, fashion |
| Cheapest Year 1 | AED 10,800 | AED 27,600 |
| Cheapest Package | DMC Freelance Permit | DTC Trading License |
| License Fee (from) | AED 15,000 | AED 12,000 |
| Visa Cost Range | AED 5,000-AED 7,000 | AED 5,000-AED 7,000 |
| Notable | CNN, BBC, Reuters offices | Manufacturing and trading |
| 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 |
DTC Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|
| DTC Trading License | AED 27,600 | 2 |
| DTC Warehouse | AED 59,500 | 5 |
Verdict
DMC is the more affordable option, starting from AED 10,800 compared to AED 27,600 for DTC. However, DTC may offer advantages in terms of textiles, fashion.