Health insurance in Dubai
Health insurance is mandatory for residents in Dubai and a condition of the residence visa.
Who provides it
- Employers must insure employees
- Sponsors must insure their dependants
- Investors and self-sponsored residents arrange their own cover
Choosing a policy
- Basic plans meet the legal minimum
- Comprehensive plans add wider hospital networks, higher limits and outpatient cover
- International plans cover treatment abroad, valuable for globally mobile families
Common questions
Does the Golden Visa need health insurance?
Yes. Golden Visa holders and their dependants need valid health insurance.
Official sources
We check our guidance against these official sources. Always confirm current fees and rules before acting.