Head-to-Head Comparison
| Feature | DMC | SHC |
|---|
| Full Name | Dubai Media City | Sharjah Healthcare City |
| Emirate | Dubai | Sharjah |
| Specialty | Media, advertising, broadcasting | Healthcare |
| Cheapest Year 1 | AED 10,800 | AED 24,000 |
| Cheapest Package | DMC Freelance Permit | SHC Non-Clinical |
| License Fee (from) | AED 15,000 | AED 10,000 |
| Visa Cost Range | AED 5,000-AED 7,000 | AED 4,000-AED 5,500 |
| Notable | CNN, BBC, Reuters offices | Medical facilities and clinics |
| 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 |
SHC Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|
| SHC Non-Clinical | AED 24,000 | 2 |
| SHC Clinical License | AED 33,000 | 2 |
Verdict
DMC is the more affordable option, starting from AED 10,800 compared to AED 24,000 for SHC. However, SHC may offer advantages in terms of healthcare.