ICAD vs DWC
Industrial City of Abu Dhabi compared to Dubai South
Head-to-Head Comparison
| Feature | ICAD | DWC |
|---|---|---|
| Full Name | Industrial City of Abu Dhabi | Dubai South |
| Emirate | Abu Dhabi | Dubai |
| Specialty | Heavy industry, manufacturing | Aviation, logistics, e-commerce |
| Cheapest Year 1 | AED 15,899 | AED 22,000 |
| Cheapest Package | ICAD Starter | Dubai South Starter |
| License Fee (from) | AED 10,000 | AED 12,000 |
| Visa Cost Range | AED 5,000-AED 7,000 | AED 5,000-AED 7,000 |
| Notable | Multiple zones across Abu Dhabi | Near Al Maktoum International Airport |
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 |
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 |
Verdict
ICAD is the more affordable option, starting from AED 15,899 compared to AED 22,000 for DWC. However, DWC may offer advantages in terms of aviation, logistics, e-commerce.