ICAD vs DWTC
Industrial City of Abu Dhabi compared to Dubai World Trade Centre Free Zone
Head-to-Head Comparison
| Feature | ICAD | DWTC |
|---|---|---|
| Full Name | Industrial City of Abu Dhabi | Dubai World Trade Centre Free Zone |
| Emirate | Abu Dhabi | Dubai |
| Specialty | Heavy industry, manufacturing | Events, exhibitions, trading |
| Cheapest Year 1 | AED 15,899 | AED 23,500 |
| Cheapest Package | ICAD Starter | DWTC Flexi Desk |
| 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 | Exhibition center location |
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 |
DWTC Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|---|---|
| DWTC Flexi Desk | AED 23,500 | 1 |
| DWTC Office Package | AED 58,500 | 3 |
Verdict
ICAD is the more affordable option, starting from AED 15,899 compared to AED 23,500 for DWTC. However, DWTC may offer advantages in terms of events, exhibitions, trading.