ICAD vs Shams
Industrial City of Abu Dhabi compared to Sharjah Media City
Head-to-Head Comparison
| Feature | ICAD | Shams |
|---|---|---|
| Full Name | Industrial City of Abu Dhabi | Sharjah Media City |
| Emirate | Abu Dhabi | Sharjah |
| Specialty | Heavy industry, manufacturing | Media, creative, e-commerce |
| Cheapest Year 1 | AED 15,899 | AED 5,750 |
| Cheapest Package | ICAD Starter | Shams Freelance (0 visa) |
| License Fee (from) | AED 10,000 | AED 5,750 |
| Visa Cost Range | AED 5,000-AED 7,000 | AED 3,800-AED 5,000 |
| Notable | Multiple zones across Abu Dhabi | Budget-friendly media licenses |
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 |
Shams Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|---|---|
| Shams Freelance (0 visa) | AED 5,750 | 0 |
| Shams 1 Visa | AED 9,550 | 1 |
| Shams 2 Visa | AED 15,600 | 2 |
| Shams 3 Visa | AED 27,000 | 3 |
Verdict
ICAD is the more affordable option, starting from AED 15,899 compared to AED 5,750 for Shams. However, Shams may offer advantages in terms of media, creative, e-commerce.