KIZAD vs DMC
Khalifa Industrial Zone Abu Dhabi compared to Dubai Media City
Head-to-Head Comparison
| Feature | KIZAD | DMC |
|---|---|---|
| Full Name | Khalifa Industrial Zone Abu Dhabi | Dubai Media City |
| Emirate | Abu Dhabi | Dubai |
| Specialty | Industrial, manufacturing | Media, advertising, broadcasting |
| Cheapest Year 1 | AED 22,000 | AED 10,800 |
| Cheapest Package | KIZAD Trading | DMC Freelance Permit |
| 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 | 410 sq km, adjacent to Khalifa Port | CNN, BBC, Reuters offices |
| Website | www.kizad.ae | dmc.ae |
All Packages Compared
KIZAD Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|---|---|
| KIZAD Trading | AED 22,000 | 3 |
| KIZAD Industrial | AED 70,500 | 10 |
DMC Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|---|---|
| DMC Freelance Permit | AED 10,800 | 1 |
| DMC Company License | AED 39,900 | 3 |
| DMC Premium Office | AED 94,800 | 6 |
Verdict
DMC is the more affordable option, starting from AED 10,800 compared to AED 22,000 for KIZAD. However, KIZAD may offer advantages in terms of industrial, manufacturing.