ICAD vs HFZ
Industrial City of Abu Dhabi compared to Hamriyah Free Zone
Head-to-Head Comparison
| Feature | ICAD | HFZ |
|---|---|---|
| Full Name | Industrial City of Abu Dhabi | Hamriyah Free Zone |
| Emirate | Abu Dhabi | Sharjah |
| Specialty | Heavy industry, manufacturing | Industrial, manufacturing, oil & gas |
| Cheapest Year 1 | AED 15,899 | AED 17,500 |
| Cheapest Package | ICAD Starter | Hamriyah Trading |
| License Fee (from) | AED 10,000 | AED 8,000 |
| Visa Cost Range | AED 5,000-AED 7,000 | AED 4,000-AED 5,500 |
| Notable | Multiple zones across Abu Dhabi | Deep-water port access |
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 |
HFZ Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|---|---|
| Hamriyah Trading | AED 17,500 | 2 |
| Hamriyah Industrial | AED 57,000 | 10 |
Verdict
ICAD is the more affordable option, starting from AED 15,899 compared to AED 17,500 for HFZ. However, HFZ may offer advantages in terms of industrial, manufacturing, oil & gas.