Head-to-Head Comparison
| Feature | SHC | SPC |
|---|
| Full Name | Sharjah Healthcare City | Sharjah Publishing City |
| Emirate | Sharjah | Sharjah |
| Specialty | Healthcare | Publishing, printing |
| Cheapest Year 1 | AED 24,000 | AED 10,000 |
| Cheapest Package | SHC Non-Clinical | SPC Freelance |
| License Fee (from) | AED 10,000 | AED 8,000 |
| Visa Cost Range | AED 4,000-AED 5,500 | AED 4,000-AED 5,500 |
| Notable | Medical facilities and clinics | Book and print industry |
All Packages Compared
SHC Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|
| SHC Non-Clinical | AED 24,000 | 2 |
| SHC Clinical License | AED 33,000 | 2 |
SPC Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|
| SPC Freelance | AED 10,000 | 1 |
| SPC Company License | AED 18,900 | 2 |
Verdict
SPC is the more affordable option, starting from AED 10,000 compared to AED 24,000 for SHC. However, SHC may offer advantages in terms of healthcare.