Legal Requirements for Expats Living in Dubai

All Dubai expats must have a valid visa, health insurance that meets Dubai Health Authority standards, a medical certificate, housing registration, a passport that is valid for at least six months from their entry date, and an Emirates ID. Other legal mandates depend on visa type. This article covers the requirements expats must meet to …

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Short-term Insurance in the UAE: Top Recommendations

Travelers visiting the UAE in 2026 on a 30-day, 60-day, or multi-entry tourist visa are required to have travel medical insurance. Vacationers who qualify for a visa on arrival are highly advised to purchase travel medical insurance, short-term health insurance, or international health insurance. This article compares travel insurance, short-term health insurance, and international health …

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Is Employee UAE Health Insurance Mandatory?

As of January 1st 2025, employee health insurance is mandatory across all Emirates in the UAE. While these laws were previously only mandated in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, this law now extends to all seven Emirates.  Employers in the UAE will want to know the health insurance requirements for the region. This article from Pacific …

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