Head-to-Head Comparison
| Feature | DPC | IFZA |
|---|
| Full Name | Dubai Production City | International Free Zone Authority |
| Emirate | Dubai | Dubai |
| Specialty | Publishing, media | General business, services |
| Cheapest Year 1 | AED 24,600 | AED 12,900 |
| Cheapest Package | DPC Commercial 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 | Print and publishing hub | Budget-friendly, Fujairah-based operations |
| Website | www.dpc.ae | www.ifza.com |
All Packages Compared
DPC Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|
| DPC Commercial License | AED 24,600 | 2 |
| DPC Industrial License | AED 64,500 | 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 24,600 for DPC. However, DPC may offer advantages in terms of publishing, media.