DWC vs RAKEZ
Dubai South compared to Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone
Head-to-Head Comparison
| Feature | DWC | RAKEZ |
|---|---|---|
| Full Name | Dubai South | Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone |
| Emirate | Dubai | Ras Al Khaimah |
| Specialty | Aviation, logistics, e-commerce | General business, manufacturing |
| Cheapest Year 1 | AED 22,000 | AED 9,000 |
| Cheapest Package | Dubai South Starter | RAKEZ Starter (0 visa) |
| License Fee (from) | AED 12,000 | AED 6,000 |
| Visa Cost Range | AED 5,000-AED 7,000 | AED 4,000-AED 5,500 |
| Notable | Near Al Maktoum International Airport | 4,000+ activities, 50+ sectors |
| Website | www.dubaisouth.ae | www.rakez.com |
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 |
RAKEZ Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|---|---|
| RAKEZ Starter (0 visa) | AED 9,000 | 0 |
| RAKEZ 1 Visa | AED 15,500 | 1 |
| RAKEZ 2 Visa | AED 19,500 | 2 |
| RAKEZ Office | AED 30,500 | 6 |
| RAKEZ Industrial | AED 51,000 | 10 |
Verdict
DWC is the more affordable option, starting from AED 22,000 compared to AED 9,000 for RAKEZ. However, RAKEZ may offer advantages in terms of general business, manufacturing.