Head-to-Head Comparison
| Feature | IFZA | RAKMC |
|---|
| Full Name | International Free Zone Authority | RAK Maritime City |
| Emirate | Dubai | Ras Al Khaimah |
| Specialty | General business, services | Maritime, shipping |
| Cheapest Year 1 | AED 12,900 | AED 20,000 |
| Cheapest Package | IFZA Starter (0 visa) | RAKMC Trading License |
| License Fee (from) | AED 12,900 | AED 8,000 |
| Visa Cost Range | AED 3,800-AED 4,800 | AED 4,000-AED 5,500 |
| Notable | Budget-friendly, Fujairah-based operations | Port and maritime services |
| Website | www.ifza.com | |
All Packages Compared
IFZA Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|
| IFZA Starter (0 visa) | AED 12,900 | 0 |
| IFZA 1 Visa | AED 16,700 | 1 |
| IFZA 2 Visa | AED 22,600 | 2 |
| IFZA 3 Visa | AED 31,400 | 3 |
RAKMC Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|
| RAKMC Trading License | AED 20,000 | 2 |
| RAKMC Industrial | AED 50,000 | 5 |
Verdict
IFZA is the more affordable option, starting from AED 12,900 compared to AED 20,000 for RAKMC. However, RAKMC may offer advantages in terms of maritime, shipping.