Head-to-Head Comparison
| Feature | RAKMC | SHC |
|---|
| Full Name | RAK Maritime City | Sharjah Healthcare City |
| Emirate | Ras Al Khaimah | Sharjah |
| Specialty | Maritime, shipping | Healthcare |
| Cheapest Year 1 | AED 20,000 | AED 24,000 |
| Cheapest Package | RAKMC Trading License | SHC Non-Clinical |
| License Fee (from) | AED 8,000 | AED 10,000 |
| Visa Cost Range | AED 4,000-AED 5,500 | AED 4,000-AED 5,500 |
| Notable | Port and maritime services | Medical facilities and clinics |
All Packages Compared
RAKMC Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|
| RAKMC Trading License | AED 20,000 | 2 |
| RAKMC Industrial | AED 50,000 | 5 |
SHC Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|
| SHC Non-Clinical | AED 24,000 | 2 |
| SHC Clinical License | AED 33,000 | 2 |
Verdict
RAKMC is the more affordable option, starting from AED 20,000 compared to AED 24,000 for SHC. However, SHC may offer advantages in terms of healthcare.