DWC vs RAKMC
Dubai South compared to RAK Maritime City
Head-to-Head Comparison
| Feature | DWC | RAKMC |
|---|---|---|
| Full Name | Dubai South | RAK Maritime City |
| Emirate | Dubai | Ras Al Khaimah |
| Specialty | Aviation, logistics, e-commerce | Maritime, shipping |
| Cheapest Year 1 | AED 22,000 | AED 20,000 |
| Cheapest Package | Dubai South Starter | RAKMC Trading License |
| 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 | Near Al Maktoum International Airport | Port and maritime services |
| Website | www.dubaisouth.ae |
All Packages Compared
DWC Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|---|---|
| Dubai South Starter | AED 22,000 | 1 |
| Dubai South Standard | AED 37,500 | 3 |
| Dubai South Logistics | AED 69,000 | 6 |
RAKMC Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|---|---|
| RAKMC Trading License | AED 20,000 | 2 |
| RAKMC Industrial | AED 50,000 | 5 |
Verdict
RAKMC is the more affordable option, starting from AED 20,000 compared to AED 22,000 for DWC. However, DWC may offer advantages in terms of aviation, logistics, e-commerce.