Category Archive For "Insurance"
What is the real cost of health insurance in Dubai in 2018?
If there’s one thing that people around the world can agree upon, and certainly Dubai is no exception, it’s saving money. While we can accomplish bolstering our bank accounts by limiting our purchases of new items, and putting off gratification for some of the luxuries that we would like to have in our lives, it’s …
Types of international school insurance in Dubai
You are reading this article because you want to know more about private and international school insurance solutions in Dubai. Educational institutions can face a potentially large pool of risks that can threaten their operations, which is why seeking the appropriate insurance solutions to protect themselves is advisable. For a comprehensive overview of all essential …
Should private companies in Dubai offer comprehensive maternity insurance?
Discovering that you’re pregnant can give you insurmountable joy, but can also be terrifying if you’re not financially prepared for it, especially if you’re planning on giving birth in an expensive place like Dubai. Luckily for many expat women working in Dubai, the DHA’s new insurance law requires all employers to provide at least a …
Introducing our latest School Insurance Guide 2018-2019
Schools face a wide range of unique risks and threats that are often different from the typical risks faced by companies and corporations. These hazards include things like damage to costly teaching equipment, cyber attacks, group travel accidents, kidnap and ransom, and many more. The reasons why both private and public schools are especially prone …
Why is long term health insurance the most important investment for you?
Dubai boasts arguably one of the best healthcare systems around the world, with state-of-the-art technology, an abundance of hospitals, and a large pool of medical experts. Recently, it was reported that the Dubai Health Authority (DHA) would launch a rating system for all local public and private hospitals, as well as daycare health centers, in …
Dubai heat-related illnesses and prevention tips
If you have ever experienced a Dubai summer, one thing you’ll probably never forget is the scorching heat. When a heat wave is in full swing, the temperature can hit up to 40°C, and even near 50°C in some areas. No wonder a lot of expats, especially those from cooler regions, find it hard to …
How to select a suitable health plan for now and in the future
As you are likely aware, in 2014 the Dubai government has mandated that all nationals and visa-holding residents must secure a health plan. Although it may sound unnecessary for us to stress the importance of a healthcare policy again, many people remain unaware of how sticking with a long-term, stable insurance policy is better than …
Dubai health insurance plans now cover hepatitis C
Last month, the Dubai Health Authority (DHA) announced the inclusion of hepatitis C screening and treatment coverage under all Dubai health insurance plans. This new Dubai health insurance initiative is expected to especially benefit those with basic coverage, and reduce late diagnosis of the disease. Read on to learn more about hepatitis C, the newly …
Travel and international health insurance in Dubai, explained
What do expats need to know about travel and international health insurance in Dubai? How do the DHA rules impact those coming to visit or reside in the Emirate, and what options do they have when it comes to complying with visa regulations? Travel and international health insurance are two different things, and in this …
More than 50% of one-year Dubai medical coverage plans have not been renewed
If you’ve read recent news headlines in Dubai, you might have come across a number of articles reporting that more than 50% of one-year policies have not been renewed since the beginning of 2018. This finding is somewhat alarming, as it counters Dubai’s Health Insurance Law which stipulates that all residents – including expats – …
