Head-to-Head Comparison
| Feature | DOC | IFZA |
|---|
| Full Name | Dubai Outsource City | International Free Zone Authority |
| Emirate | Dubai | Dubai |
| Specialty | BPO, outsourcing | General business, services |
| Cheapest Year 1 | AED 31,600 | AED 12,900 |
| Cheapest Package | DOC Standard License | IFZA Starter (0 visa) |
| License Fee (from) | AED 15,000 | AED 12,900 |
| Visa Cost Range | AED 5,000-AED 7,000 | AED 3,800-AED 4,800 |
| Notable | Business process services | Budget-friendly, Fujairah-based operations |
All Packages Compared
DOC Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|
| DOC Standard License | AED 31,600 | 2 |
| DOC Office Package | AED 61,500 | 5 |
IFZA Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|
| IFZA Starter (0 visa) | AED 12,900 | 0 |
| IFZA 1 Visa | AED 16,700 | 1 |
| IFZA 2 Visa | AED 22,600 | 2 |
| IFZA 3 Visa | AED 31,400 | 3 |
Verdict
IFZA is the more affordable option, starting from AED 12,900 compared to AED 31,600 for DOC. However, DOC may offer advantages in terms of bpo, outsourcing.