Head-to-Head Comparison
| Feature | ICAD | DSC |
|---|
| Full Name | Industrial City of Abu Dhabi | Dubai Studio City |
| Emirate | Abu Dhabi | Dubai |
| Specialty | Heavy industry, manufacturing | Film, TV production |
| Cheapest Year 1 | AED 15,899 | AED 28,300 |
| Cheapest Package | ICAD Starter | DSC Freelance |
| 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 | Production studios and post-production |
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 |
DSC Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|
| DSC Freelance | AED 28,300 | 1 |
| DSC Starter | AED 32,599 | 2 |
| DSC All-Inclusive | AED 47,900 | 3 |
Verdict
ICAD is the more affordable option, starting from AED 15,899 compared to AED 28,300 for DSC. However, DSC may offer advantages in terms of film, tv production.