Health insurance is a legal requirement for all residents in the UAE. You need valid cover for visa issuance and renewal in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and across all emirates.
A single hospital visit in the UAE can cost thousands of dirhams. Health insurance protects you from unexpected medical bills and gives you access to quality care when you need it.
Cover yourself, your spouse, your children, and your dependants under one plan. Family plans are often more cost effective than insuring each person individually.
Health insurance plans in the UAE typically cover the following:
Not all health insurance is the same. We offer plans across three tiers so you can choose the level of cover that suits your lifestyle, health needs, and budget.
| Basic Plans | Enhanced Local Plans | International Private Medical Insurance (IPMI) |
|---|---|---|
| Affordable plans that meet UAE visa requirements and cover essential healthcare needs. | Broader coverage with access to larger hospital networks, specialist care, and additional benefits. | Premium worldwide coverage from leading international providers such as Bupa, Cigna, and Allianz. |
| Inpatient & outpatient cover | Inpatient & outpatient cover | Inpatient & outpatient cover |
| GP consultations with referrals to specialists required | GP & specialist consultations | GP & specialist consultations |
| Emergency treatment | Emergency treatment | Emergency treatment |
| Basic pharmacy cover | Comprehensive pharmacy cover | Comprehensive pharmacy cover |
| Limited network | Wider hospital network | Access to premium hospital networks globally |
| Suitable for visa compliance | Dental, optical, and maternity options | Comprehensive dental, optical, maternity, and wellness included |
| Limited mental health and wellness support | Mental health and wellness support | Mental health, wellness, and preventive care |
| Community rated (not claims rated) | ||
| Worldwide direct billing | ||
| Dedicated personal account manager | ||
| Extended benefits including congenital defects cover |


If you sponsor your own visa or are self-employed, you need to arrange your own health insurance. We help you find the right plan for your needs and budget.


Cover your spouse, children, and dependants under a single family plan. Family policies are often more cost effective and simpler to manage than separate individual plans.


Sponsors are legally required to provide health insurance for domestic workers. We offer affordable plans that meet regulatory requirements.


If you want access to the best hospitals worldwide, the flexibility of an international plan, and a dedicated account manager, we can arrange IPMI cover through providers like Bupa, Cigna, and Allianz.


We work with a wide panel of insurers, from local providers to international names like Bupa, Cigna, and Allianz. You get the best options in one place.


Unlike purely online platforms, we offer personal guidance from experienced advisors who take the time to understand your situation and recommend the right plan.


When you need to make a claim or have a question about your cover, our team is here to help. We assist with claims, pre-authorisations, and any issues with your insurer.


Our service comes at no additional cost to you. The price you pay is the same as going directly to the insurer, but with the added benefit of our advice and support.
Share a few basic details: who you are insuring, your age, visa status, and what kind of cover you are looking for.
Our team compares plans across our panel of insurers and presents you with the best options for your needs and budget.
We walk you through the options, explain the differences, and help you pick the plan that is right for you.
We handle the paperwork and get your policy and medical cards issued. If you ever need help with a claim, we are just a call away.
Yes. Health insurance is a legal requirement for all residents in the UAE. You need valid cover for visa issuance and renewal in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and all other emirates.
Basic plans meet the minimum legal requirements and cover essential healthcare such as GP visits, hospitalisation, and emergencies. Enhanced plans offer broader coverage including specialist consultations, dental, optical, maternity, and access to larger hospital networks.
IPMI stands for International Private Medical Insurance. These are premium plans from global providers like Bupa, Cigna, and Allianz that offer worldwide coverage, direct billing at hospitals globally, and a dedicated personal account manager. They are community rated rather than claims rated, meaning your premium is based on your age group rather than your individual claims history.
Yes. Family plans cover your spouse, children, and dependants under a single policy. They are usually more cost effective and easier to manage than separate individual plans.
Yes. As a sponsor, you are legally required to provide health insurance for your domestic worker. We offer affordable plans that meet this requirement.
We compare plans across a wide panel of insurers, including both local and international providers. Unlike a purely online platform, we offer personal advice from experienced advisors and ongoing support with claims and renewals. Our service comes at no additional cost to you.
Typically, we need a copy of your Emirates ID or passport, your visa, and basic details such as your date of birth and the number of people you want to insure.
Our team helps you with claims, pre-authorisations, and any issues that arise with your insurer. For cashless claims, simply visit a network hospital, present your insurance card, and the insurer settles the bill directly.



Get in touch with Pioneer Insurance Brokers today. Whether you need a simple visa compliant plan or comprehensive international cover, we are here to help you find the right fit.


