Head-to-Head Comparison
| Feature | JAFZA | SHC |
|---|
| Full Name | Jebel Ali Free Zone | Sharjah Healthcare City |
| Emirate | Dubai | Sharjah |
| Specialty | Logistics, manufacturing, trading | Healthcare |
| Cheapest Year 1 | AED 18,500 | AED 24,000 |
| Cheapest Package | JAFZA FZE - Trading | SHC Non-Clinical |
| License Fee (from) | AED 5,500 | AED 10,000 |
| Visa Cost Range | AED 5,000-AED 7,000 | AED 4,000-AED 5,500 |
| Notable | 57 sq km, adjacent to Jebel Ali Port | Medical facilities and clinics |
| Website | www.jafza.ae | |
All Packages Compared
JAFZA Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|
| JAFZA FZE - Trading | AED 18,500 | 4 |
| JAFZA FZE - Service | AED 18,500 | 4 |
| JAFZA FZCO | AED 31,000 | 6 |
| JAFZA Warehouse | AED 76,500 | 15 |
SHC Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|
| SHC Non-Clinical | AED 24,000 | 2 |
| SHC Clinical License | AED 33,000 | 2 |
Verdict
JAFZA is the more affordable option, starting from AED 18,500 compared to AED 24,000 for SHC. However, SHC may offer advantages in terms of healthcare.