DSO vs HFZ
Dubai Silicon Oasis compared to Hamriyah Free Zone
Head-to-Head Comparison
| Feature | DSO | HFZ |
|---|---|---|
| Full Name | Dubai Silicon Oasis | Hamriyah Free Zone |
| Emirate | Dubai | Sharjah |
| Specialty | Technology, semiconductors | Industrial, manufacturing, oil & gas |
| Cheapest Year 1 | AED 22,000 | AED 17,500 |
| Cheapest Package | DSO Starter | Hamriyah Trading |
| License Fee (from) | AED 12,000 | AED 8,000 |
| Visa Cost Range | AED 5,000-AED 7,000 | AED 4,000-AED 5,500 |
| Notable | Tech park with residential area | Deep-water port access |
| Website | www.dsoa.ae | www.hfza.ae |
All Packages Compared
DSO Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|---|---|
| DSO Starter | AED 22,000 | 1 |
| DSO Standard | AED 37,500 | 3 |
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 22,000 for DSO. However, DSO may offer advantages in terms of technology, semiconductors.