Cataract Surgery in Umm Al Quwain
10 providers · 15–30 minutes per eye · Typically covered by insurance · Typical cost: AED 6,000 · Updated March 2026
Looking for cataract surgery in Umm Al Quwain? The UAE Open Healthcare Directory lists 10 ophthalmology providers in Umm Al Quwain who may offer this procedure. The typical cost is AED 6,000 (range: AED 3,000–AED 11,000). Providers below are ranked by patient ratings. All facilities are licensed by the Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP). Cataract surgery removes the clouded natural lens of the eye and replaces it with an artificial intraocular lens (IOL). It is one of the most commonly performed surgeries in the world, with a very high success rate. Phacoemulsification is the standard technique.
Duration
15–30 minutes per eye
Recovery
1–2 weeks (most activities), 4–6 weeks (full)
Insurance
Typically coveredTypical Cost
AED 6,000
Providers Offering Cataract Surgery in Umm Al Quwain
10 ophthalmology providers in Umm Al Quwain may perform cataract surgery. Ranked by patient rating. Contact providers directly to confirm availability and pricing.
Abbas Optical
HG4X+JR2 - Al Riqqah - Al Reqqah - Emirate of Umm Al Quwain - United Arab Emirates
Support Health Service Center: Optical Center in Umm al-Quwain. Optometry.
Abbas Optical Shop
HG4X+JR2 - Al Riqqah - Al Reqqah - Emirate of Umm Al Quwain - United Arab Emirates
Support Health Service Center: Optical Center in Umm al-Quwain. General Medicine,Nurses.
AL Shams Opticals
NEAR YBAL SHABI - الحميدية - الحميدية 2 - عجمان - United Arab Emirates
Support Health Service Center: Optical Center in Umm al-Quwain. Optometry.
Falcon Glasses And Lenses
Carrefour market - Shop No 4 - King Faisal St - Al Bootain - Al Butain - Emirate of Umm Al Quwain - United Arab Emirates
Support Health Service Center: Optical Center in Umm al-Quwain. Optometry.
Grand Marhaba Optical
2ND DECEMBER STREET - Al Salmah - السلمة - السلمة 1 - إمارة أم القيوين - United Arab Emirates
Support Health Service Center: Optical Center in Umm al-Quwain. Optometry.
AL Daag Optics
King Faisal St - Al Riqqah - Al Reqqah - Emirate of Umm Al Quwain - United Arab Emirates
Support Health Service Center: Optical Center in Umm al-Quwain. Optometry.
AL Haram Optical
HH62+CH4 سوق الجمعية - King Faisal St - opp. madeena police station - jamiya - Al Reqqah - Emirate of Umm Al Quwain - United Arab Emirates
Support Health Service Center: Optical Center in Umm al-Quwain. Optometry.
AL Basar Optical
1 E11 - Al Salmah - Al Salamah - Umm Al Quwain - United Arab Emirates
Support Health Service Center: Optical Center in Umm al-Quwain. Optometry.
Alsafa Optical
King Faisal St - Al Riqqah - Al Reqqah - Emirate of Umm Al Quwain - United Arab Emirates
Support Health Service Center: Optical Center in Umm al-Quwain. Optometry.
Cataract Surgery Cost — UAE City Comparison
| City | From | Typical | Up to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dubai | AED 5,000 | AED 10,000 | AED 20,000 | View |
| Abu Dhabi | AED 4,500 | AED 9,000 | AED 18,000 | View |
| Sharjah | AED 3,000 | AED 7,000 | AED 14,000 | View |
| Ajman | AED 3,000 | AED 6,500 | AED 12,000 | View |
| Ras Al Khaimah | AED 3,500 | AED 7,000 | AED 13,000 | View |
| Fujairah | AED 3,500 | AED 6,500 | AED 12,000 | View |
| Umm Al Quwain(current) | AED 3,000 | AED 6,000 | AED 11,000 | Viewing |
| Al Ain | AED 3,500 | AED 7,500 | AED 14,000 | View |
What to Expect
The eye is numbed with drops. A tiny incision is made, and ultrasound energy breaks up the cloudy lens. The fragments are suctioned out and a new IOL is inserted. The incision self-seals. Each eye is done separately, usually 1–2 weeks apart. Surgery takes 15–30 minutes.
Anaesthesia: Local anaesthesia is typically used for this procedure.
Insurance Coverage
Cataract surgery is medically necessary and covered by most UAE insurance plans including Daman basic. Pre-authorisation is required. Standard monofocal IOLs are covered; premium multifocal or toric IOLs may incur an out-of-pocket upgrade fee of AED 3,000–8,000.
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Disclaimer: Pricing is indicative and based on DOH Mandatory Tariff methodology and market-observed ranges. Actual costs depend on facility type, clinical complexity, and insurance coverage. Always confirm pricing directly with the provider. Provider data is sourced from official Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP) registers, last verified March 2026.