DPC vs HFZ
Dubai Production City compared to Hamriyah Free Zone
Head-to-Head Comparison
| Feature | DPC | HFZ |
|---|---|---|
| Full Name | Dubai Production City | Hamriyah Free Zone |
| Emirate | Dubai | Sharjah |
| Specialty | Publishing, media | Industrial, manufacturing, oil & gas |
| Cheapest Year 1 | AED 24,600 | AED 17,500 |
| Cheapest Package | DPC Commercial License | Hamriyah Trading |
| License Fee (from) | AED 15,000 | AED 8,000 |
| Visa Cost Range | AED 5,000-AED 7,000 | AED 4,000-AED 5,500 |
| Notable | Print and publishing hub | Deep-water port access |
| Website | www.dpc.ae | www.hfza.ae |
All Packages Compared
DPC Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|---|---|
| DPC Commercial License | AED 24,600 | 2 |
| DPC Industrial License | AED 64,500 | 5 |
HFZ Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|---|---|
| Hamriyah Trading | AED 17,500 | 2 |
| Hamriyah Industrial | AED 57,000 | 10 |
Verdict
HFZ is the more affordable option, starting from AED 17,500 compared to AED 24,600 for DPC. However, DPC may offer advantages in terms of publishing, media.