The United Arab Emirates, a country located at the southeastern end of the Arabian Peninsula on the Persian Gulf, borders Oman to the east and Saudi Arabia to the south, and shares sea borders with Qatar and Iran. In 2025, the UAE’s total population was 11.58 million, of which most are expats.

Healthcare in the UAE

As the population increases and healthcare demand burgeons, the government is committed to continued improvements in healthcare services across the emirates. Reducing the need for Emiratis to travel abroad for specialized treatment is a key driver in this country. Health care in the UAE is provided in public and private hospitals. Medical evacuation coverage is vital if you will be travelling or residing in this country. The healthcare services in the UAE are excellent, but are expensive.

United Arab Emirates expat insurance

Insurance Plans for Expat in the United Arab Emirates

Expat Financial can source health coverage for companies located outside of the UAE with expatriates in the United Arab Emirates from a variety of large and respected health insurance providers.

Here is a list of different types of insurance coverage you will want if you are planning to venture into the United Arab Emirates:

If you require a quote for United Arab Emirates expat insurance, contact Expat Financial today for a quote.

Note that we are unable to source individual coverage for expatriates living in the UAE, as they will need to get coverage from a local broker and insurer in the country. But we can assist foreign companies located outside of the UAE with employees in the UAE.

We have extensive experience sourcing international health insurance for expats in the Middle East.