Masdar vs DOC
Masdar City Free Zone compared to Dubai Outsource City
Head-to-Head Comparison
| Feature | Masdar | DOC |
|---|---|---|
| Full Name | Masdar City Free Zone | Dubai Outsource City |
| Emirate | Abu Dhabi | Dubai |
| Specialty | Clean energy, sustainability | BPO, outsourcing |
| Cheapest Year 1 | AED 28,500 | AED 31,600 |
| Cheapest Package | Masdar Flexi | DOC Standard License |
| License Fee (from) | AED 15,000 | AED 15,000 |
| Visa Cost Range | AED 5,000-AED 7,000 | AED 5,000-AED 7,000 |
| Notable | Renewable energy hub | Business process services |
| Website | www.masdar.ae |
All Packages Compared
Masdar Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|---|---|
| Masdar Flexi | AED 28,500 | 2 |
| Masdar Office | AED 49,000 | 4 |
DOC Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|---|---|
| DOC Standard License | AED 31,600 | 2 |
| DOC Office Package | AED 61,500 | 5 |
Verdict
Masdar is the more affordable option, starting from AED 28,500 compared to AED 31,600 for DOC. However, DOC may offer advantages in terms of bpo, outsourcing.