{"id":13050,"date":"2025-06-18T21:31:53","date_gmt":"2025-06-18T13:31:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/?p=13050"},"modified":"2026-04-10T02:30:02","modified_gmt":"2026-04-09T18:30:02","slug":"health-insurance-in-dubai-overview","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/health-insurance-in-dubai-overview.html","title":{"rendered":"Health Insurance in Dubai: A Complete Overview"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Expats, whether they are moving to or visiting Dubai, are required by law to secure health insurance that ensures their safety and wellbeing abroad. International health insurance plans are often recommended to expats because of the greater coverage that these plans have to offer.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you an expat looking to relocate to Dubai? Are you looking for flexible, customizable healthcare in Dubai and abroad? This <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pacific Prime<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> article will guide you on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/country\/middle-east\/international-health-insurance-expats-dubai-uae\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">health insurance in Dubai<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to not only ensure your safety but also your compliance with the law.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><div class='code-block code-block-73' style='margin: 8px 0; clear: both;'>\n<link rel='stylesheet' href='https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/readable-child\/blog-banner\/compare-box\/css\/compare-73-new.css?v1.67' type='text\/css' media='all'\/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/compare-quotes\/step-one-name\/?campSource=PP-Blog&utm_campaign=Blog\" class=\"inserter-73-link CompareNowbutton\">\n  <div class=\"inserter-73-new\">\n    <div class=\"inserter-left-box\">\n        <h3>Kickstart Your Search for the Perfect Insurer<\/h3>        \n        <div class=\"inserter-compare-box\">\n            <p>Compare over <br>50,000 Plans <br>from Top Insurers<\/p>\n            <button >Compare NOW<\/button>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    \n    \n    <div class=\"inserter-img-box\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/readable-child\/blog-banner\/compare-box\/img\/mobile.png\" alt=\" \" class=\"banner-img-mobile\">            \n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/a>\n\n<style>\n\n.inserter-73-new .inserter-img-box amp-img {right: -31%;}\n@media (max-width: 1199px) {\n  .inserter-73-new .inserter-img-box amp-img {\n    right: -20px;\n  }\n@media (max-width: 991px) {\n  .inserter-73-new .inserter-img-box amp-img {\n    right: -10px;\n  }\n}\n@media (max-width: 768px) {\n  .inserter-73-new .inserter-img-box amp-img {\n    height: auto;\n    width: 30%;\n  }\n}\n@media (max-width: 512px) {\n  .inserter-73-new .inserter-img-box amp-img {\n    height: 200px;\n  }\n}\n<\/style>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Healthcare System in Dubai\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-22346 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/panoramic-view-of-dubai-city-skyline-with-modern-high-rise-buildings.webp\" alt=\"Image of Panoramic View Of Dubai City Skyline With Modern High-rise Buildings with text overlay of &quot;The Healthcare System in Dubai&quot;\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/panoramic-view-of-dubai-city-skyline-with-modern-high-rise-buildings.webp 1280w, https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/panoramic-view-of-dubai-city-skyline-with-modern-high-rise-buildings-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/panoramic-view-of-dubai-city-skyline-with-modern-high-rise-buildings-600x338.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/panoramic-view-of-dubai-city-skyline-with-modern-high-rise-buildings-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/panoramic-view-of-dubai-city-skyline-with-modern-high-rise-buildings-150x84.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dubai has incredibly high healthcare standards because it is government-funded and offers comprehensive health services. The private healthcare sector is always evolving and offers excellent medical services as well.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Public and private hospitals in Dubai have state-of-the-art medical facilities and multilingual staff that can cater to both local citizens and expats. However, emergency rooms are only exclusive to public hospitals.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By law, healthcare is not only required, but it is also free for citizens. However, <\/span><b>for expats, healthcare in Dubai is not free.\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Various regulatory authorities in Dubai provide public healthcare services, with Dubai\u2019s being overseen by the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dha.gov.ae\/en\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dubai Health Authority (DHA)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dhcc.ae\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How Expats Can Apply for a Health Card in Dubai<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Expats with <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/u.ae\/en\/information-and-services\/visa-and-emirates-id\/residence-visas\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">resident visas<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can apply for a health card to access cheaper public healthcare facilities and services, though they have to pay a fee (unlike locals who can get these services for free). You can apply for health cards through the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dha.gov.ae\/en\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DHA Online<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or a medical center.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Below are the documents you will need to provide when applying for health cards:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Emirati ID card<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Passport (with two passport photos)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Residency Visa<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Copy of tenancy contract<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Completed application card<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><div class='code-block code-block-49' style='margin: 8px 0; clear: both;'>\n<p><button class=\"mo-modal-open\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-4633\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Blog-Banner_UAE_1.jpg\" alt=\"Blog Banner UAE 1\" width=\"1138\" height=\"493\" \/><\/button><\/p><\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Health Insurance Options for Expats in Dubai\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The two options for <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/country\/middle-east\/international-health-insurance-expats-dubai-uae\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">health insurance available to expats in Dubai<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are public and private health insurance.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Public health insurance is available for locally employed expats upon the issuance of the employee\u2019s <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/u.ae\/en\/information-and-services\/visa-and-emirates-id\/residence-visas\/residence-visa-for-working-in-the-uae#:~:text=Affairs%C2%A0%E2%80%93%20Dubai-,Standard%20work%20visa,The%20employer%20must%20apply%20for%20the%20standard%20residence%20visa.,-Golden%20visa\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">work visa<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, while private health insurance is available through local and international insurance companies.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Note that expats must take out private health insurance to receive a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/icp.gov.ae\/en\/service\/issuance-of-residence-permits\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">residency visa<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. To learn more about which private health insurance is the best for you, reach out to a trusted insurance broker, like Pacific Prime, to assist you.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Public vs. Private Health Insurance Coverage for Expats in Dubai\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In Dubai, public health insurance provided by employers grants limited coverage while private coverage grants greater coverage and benefits. It is important to note that public health insurance does not cover dental and optical services.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Employers must provide medical insurance to expat employees, though there are no requirements in which employers need to extend the coverage to the expat employees\u2019 family members. This means that it\u2019s up to your employer if they want to cover your family or not.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While Dubai has both public and private health insurance that offer high-quality healthcare services, both differ on their coverage. Below is a comparison of what is generally covered under public and private health insurance:<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Public Health Insurance<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Private Health Insurance<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hospitalization<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Emergencies<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Routine Care<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maternity Care<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inpatient and outpatient treatment<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Emergency care<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Evacuation and repatriation<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additional benefits such as dental, vision, and maternity coverage<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most insurance providers allow additional coverage options to further cater to expats\u2019 unique needs during their time in Dubai. Some common benefits include dental, maternity and family, and preventive care. Here is a breakdown of what the benefits usually cover:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Dental:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Check-ups, cleanings, simple fillings, tooth extraction, and major procedures like wisdom teeth removal<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Maternity &amp; Family:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Prenatal care, childbirth, postpartum care, and delivery costs<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Preventative Care:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Regular health checkups, screenings, vaccinations, and wellness programs<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><div class='code-block code-block-50' style='margin: 8px 0; clear: both;'>\n<p><button class=\"mo-modal-open\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-4633\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Blog-Banner_UAE_2.jpg\" alt=\"Blog Banner UAE 2\" width=\"1138\" height=\"493\" \/><\/button><\/p><\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Doctor Visits in Dubai\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s easy to visit a doctor in Dubai. You can research online, use <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dhcc.ae\/patient\/find-doctor-service\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dubai Healthcare City listings on their site<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, or search the government website to find a doctor. This is a reliable source to make sure you are seeing a licensed doctor.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You also have the option of using DHA Health to simplify your routine doctor visits. More specifically, you will start by checking in at the hospital or clinic reception, filling out the paperwork, and submitting your card.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have an international health insurance plan, you can refer to your insurer\u2019s network of doctors, hospitals, and clinics for more information. It is recommended you refer to this list to ensure that you can use your insurance plan to cover for your medical expenses.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prescription Medication in Dubai<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-22347 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/skyline-view-of-dubai-creek-with-modern-buildings-along-the-waterfront.webp\" alt=\"Image of Skyline View Of Dubai Creek With Modern Buildings Along The Waterfront with text overlay of &quot;Prescription Medication in Dubai&quot;\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/skyline-view-of-dubai-creek-with-modern-buildings-along-the-waterfront.webp 1280w, https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/skyline-view-of-dubai-creek-with-modern-buildings-along-the-waterfront-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/skyline-view-of-dubai-creek-with-modern-buildings-along-the-waterfront-600x338.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/skyline-view-of-dubai-creek-with-modern-buildings-along-the-waterfront-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/skyline-view-of-dubai-creek-with-modern-buildings-along-the-waterfront-150x84.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pharmacies, many of which operate 24 hours, are relatively easy to find in Dubai, but there are several common medications that are banned. These include sleeping pills and antidepressants, which are restricted with exceptions for extreme cases.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dubai visitors can bring in three months of prescription drugs, while foreign residents can bring in a year\u2019s supply, but all medication must be in its original packaging. You will also need a doctor\u2019s letter to prove drug authenticity and that they are prescribed only for personal consumption.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Top International Health Insurance Options in Dubai for Expats<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The best international health insurance plans in Dubai will offer comprehensive coverage and customizable benefits. Below are some of the best international health insurance providers to choose from in Dubai:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/insurers-and-partners\/aetna-international\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aetna<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/insurers-and-partners\/insurer-cigna\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cigna Global<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/insurers-and-partners\/william-russell\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">William Russell<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/insurers-and-partners\/allianz\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Allianz<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/insurers-and-partners\/april-international\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">April International<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/insurers-and-partners\/bupa\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bupa Global\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choosing an international insurance plan can be overwhelming. This is where a trusted insurance broker can help you. At Pacific Prime, we provide you with unbiased advice and curated plan options based on your needs, lifestyle, and budget.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let us help you in your expat journey in Dubai. To find the best insurance for Dubai and to understand the healthcare system in Dubai and the UAE, head to our comprehensive article <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/country\/middle-east\/international-health-insurance-expats-dubai-uae\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Health Insurance for Expats in Dubai and the UAE<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><div class='code-block code-block-51' style='margin: 8px 0; clear: both;'>\n<p><button class=\"mo-modal-open\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-4633\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Blog-Banner_UAE_3.jpg\" alt=\"Blog Banner UAE 3\" width=\"1138\" height=\"493\" \/><\/button><\/p><\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Frequently Asked Questions\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What happens if I don\u2019t have health insurance during my time in Dubai?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Expats and their dependents such as family members and relatives who lack health insurance in Dubai may face fines of AED 500\/month, expensive medical costs, visa renewal issues, and possibly deportation.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What are the common exclusions in health insurance?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Common health insurance exclusions in Dubai include self-inflicted injuries, injuries sustained from illegal activities, suicide, cosmetic procedures, injuries sustained from acts of terrorism, and mental illnesses.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How much does health insurance cost in Dubai?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An average annual individual health insurance cost in Dubai is AED 6000 (approximately USD $1,634). Meanwhile, family health insurance costs AED 20,000 (approximately USD $5,445). As you can see, Dubai is generally one of the most expensive countries in the world for health insurance.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why is health insurance in Dubai so expensive?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The reason why Dubai has some of the most expensive health insurance is because of the high costs of medical services. As policyholders use more medical services and inflation increases the service charges, medical insurance also becomes more expensive.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><div class='code-block code-block-72' style='margin: 8px 0; clear: both;'>\n<link rel='stylesheet' href='https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/readable-child\/blog-banner\/compare-box\/css\/compare-72-new.css?v1.47' type='text\/css' media='all'\/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/compare-quotes\/step-one-name\/?campSource=PP-Blog&utm_campaign=Blog\" class=\"inserter-72-link CompareNowbutton\">\n        <div class=\"inserter-72-new\">\n            <h3>Start by Comparing <br>Insurance Plans Online<\/h3>\n            <div class=\"inserter-img-box\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/readable-child\/blog-banner\/compare-box\/img\/desktop.png\" alt=\" \">\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"inserter-compare-box\">\n                <p>Browse and Compare 50,000+ <br>International Health Plans<\/p>\n                <button>Compare NOW<\/button>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/a><\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Relocating to Dubai? Secure Your Health Insurance Plan!<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Health insurance is mandatory for expats heading to Dubai. While there is public health insurance in Dubai, healthcare is not free for expats. Getting an international health insurance plan not only meets your requirements for living in Dubai, but it also provides you with global medical coverage.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pacific Prime has over 20 years of experience in matching both expats and locals alike with insurance plans that match not only their healthcare needs, but also their budget.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether it\u2019s just short-term <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.co.th\/plans\/travel-insurance\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">travel insurance<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or long-term <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/health-insurance-plans\/international-health-insurance-plan\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">international health insurance<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, we are happy to help you, with impartiality and service-mindedness, find the right plan for you and your family.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have any questions, please don\u2019t hesitate to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.co.uk\/contact-us\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">get in touch with us<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and please feel free to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/compare-quotes\/step-one\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">get a free quote<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> here.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Expats, whether they are moving to or visiting Dubai, are required by law to secure health insurance that ensures their safety and wellbeing abroad. 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