Head-to-Head Comparison
| Feature | DOC | SRTIP |
|---|
| Full Name | Dubai Outsource City | Sharjah Research Technology and Innovation Park |
| Emirate | Dubai | Sharjah |
| Specialty | BPO, outsourcing | Technology, R&D |
| Cheapest Year 1 | AED 31,600 | AED 13,500 |
| Cheapest Package | DOC Standard License | SRTIP Startup |
| 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 | Business process services | Innovation and research hub |
All Packages Compared
DOC Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|
| DOC Standard License | AED 31,600 | 2 |
| DOC Office Package | AED 61,500 | 5 |
SRTIP Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|
| SRTIP Startup | AED 13,500 | 1 |
| SRTIP Standard Office | AED 35,000 | 3 |
| SRTIP Lab Space | AED 67,000 | 5 |
Verdict
SRTIP is the more affordable option, starting from AED 13,500 compared to AED 31,600 for DOC. However, DOC may offer advantages in terms of bpo, outsourcing.