Head-to-Head Comparison
| Feature | HFZ | SHC |
|---|
| Full Name | Hamriyah Free Zone | Sharjah Healthcare City |
| Emirate | Sharjah | Sharjah |
| Specialty | Industrial, manufacturing, oil & gas | Healthcare |
| Cheapest Year 1 | AED 17,500 | AED 24,000 |
| Cheapest Package | Hamriyah Trading | SHC Non-Clinical |
| License Fee (from) | AED 8,000 | AED 10,000 |
| Visa Cost Range | AED 4,000-AED 5,500 | AED 4,000-AED 5,500 |
| Notable | Deep-water port access | Medical facilities and clinics |
| Website | www.hfza.ae | |
All Packages Compared
HFZ Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|
| Hamriyah Trading | AED 17,500 | 2 |
| Hamriyah Industrial | AED 57,000 | 10 |
SHC Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|
| SHC Non-Clinical | AED 24,000 | 2 |
| SHC Clinical License | AED 33,000 | 2 |
Verdict
HFZ is the more affordable option, starting from AED 17,500 compared to AED 24,000 for SHC. However, SHC may offer advantages in terms of healthcare.