KIZAD vs SAIF
Khalifa Industrial Zone Abu Dhabi compared to Sharjah Airport International Free Zone
Head-to-Head Comparison
| Feature | KIZAD | SAIF |
|---|---|---|
| Full Name | Khalifa Industrial Zone Abu Dhabi | Sharjah Airport International Free Zone |
| Emirate | Abu Dhabi | Sharjah |
| Specialty | Industrial, manufacturing | Aviation, logistics, trading |
| Cheapest Year 1 | AED 22,000 | AED 17,500 |
| Cheapest Package | KIZAD Trading | SAIF Zone 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 | 410 sq km, adjacent to Khalifa Port | Adjacent to Sharjah Airport |
| Website | www.kizad.ae | www.saif-zone.com |
All Packages Compared
KIZAD Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|---|---|
| KIZAD Trading | AED 22,000 | 3 |
| KIZAD Industrial | AED 70,500 | 10 |
SAIF Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|---|---|
| SAIF Zone Trading | AED 17,500 | 2 |
| SAIF Zone Office | AED 30,000 | 6 |
| SAIF Zone Industrial | AED 52,000 | 10 |
Verdict
SAIF is the more affordable option, starting from AED 17,500 compared to AED 22,000 for KIZAD. However, KIZAD may offer advantages in terms of industrial, manufacturing.