Head-to-Head Comparison
| Feature | ICAD | DIAC |
|---|
| Full Name | Industrial City of Abu Dhabi | Dubai International Academic City |
| Emirate | Abu Dhabi | Dubai |
| Specialty | Heavy industry, manufacturing | Education |
| Cheapest Year 1 | AED 15,899 | AED 39,000 |
| Cheapest Package | ICAD Starter | DIAC Academic License |
| License Fee (from) | AED 10,000 | AED 15,000 |
| Visa Cost Range | AED 5,000-AED 7,000 | AED 5,000-AED 7,000 |
| Notable | Multiple zones across Abu Dhabi | University campus zone |
All Packages Compared
ICAD Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|
| ICAD Starter | AED 15,899 | 2 |
| ICAD Workshop | AED 48,000 | 5 |
| ICAD Large Industrial | AED 115,000 | 15 |
DIAC Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|
| DIAC Academic License | AED 39,000 | 2 |
| DIAC Campus License | AED 88,060 | 5 |
Verdict
ICAD is the more affordable option, starting from AED 15,899 compared to AED 39,000 for DIAC. However, DIAC may offer advantages in terms of education.