DWC vs SRTIP
Dubai South compared to Sharjah Research Technology and Innovation Park
Head-to-Head Comparison
| Feature | DWC | SRTIP |
|---|---|---|
| Full Name | Dubai South | Sharjah Research Technology and Innovation Park |
| Emirate | Dubai | Sharjah |
| Specialty | Aviation, logistics, e-commerce | Technology, R&D |
| Cheapest Year 1 | AED 22,000 | AED 13,500 |
| Cheapest Package | Dubai South Starter | SRTIP Startup |
| License Fee (from) | AED 12,000 | AED 10,000 |
| Visa Cost Range | AED 5,000-AED 7,000 | AED 4,000-AED 5,500 |
| Notable | Near Al Maktoum International Airport | Innovation and research hub |
| Website | www.dubaisouth.ae | www.srtip.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 |
SRTIP Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|---|---|
| SRTIP Startup | AED 13,500 | 1 |
| SRTIP Standard Office | AED 35,000 | 3 |
| SRTIP Lab Space | AED 67,000 | 5 |
Verdict
SRTIP is the more affordable option, starting from AED 13,500 compared to AED 22,000 for DWC. However, DWC may offer advantages in terms of aviation, logistics, e-commerce.