Al Wathba National Insurance vs Now Health International

It depends on your needs. Al Wathba National Insurance has 4,205 providers across 8 cities and offers 2 plans starting from AED 2,100/yr. Now Health International has 3,340 providers across 8 cities with 2 plans from AED 5,500/yr. Choose Al Wathba National Insurance if you need a larger provider network, lower entry-level premiums. Choose Now Health International if you prioritise more comprehensive coverage options.

Yes, Al Wathba National Insurance's entry-level plan starts from AED 2,100/yr, compared to Now Health International's cheapest plan at AED 5,500/yr. However, plan pricing varies by age, nationality, visa type, and employer. Enhanced and premium tiers may differ. Always obtain a personalised quote from each insurer.

Now Health International has a larger Dubai network with 2,391 providers, compared to Al Wathba National Insurance's 1,458 providers. Network sizes are based on the UAE Open Healthcare Directory data.

Both insurers offer dental coverage on their enhanced and premium plans. Al Wathba National Insurance's dental sub-limit goes up to AED 2,500/yr, while Now Health International offers up to AED 7,500/yr. Basic plans from both insurers typically exclude dental.

Yes, you can switch insurers during your policy renewal period. In the UAE, health insurance is typically renewed annually. When switching from Al Wathba National Insurance to Now Health International (or vice versa), be aware of: (1) Pre-existing condition waiting periods may restart — check the new insurer's policy, (2) Maternity waiting periods usually reset, (3) Any ongoing treatment authorisations need to be re-submitted. Coordinate with your employer's HR department if on a group plan. Both Al Wathba National Insurance and Now Health International have dedicated claims and onboarding teams to facilitate the transition.

Use the UAE Health Insurance Navigator on this page to compare Al Wathba National Insurance and Now Health International side-by-side. Key factors to compare: (1) Annual premium — Al Wathba National Insurance starts from AED 2,100/yr, Now Health International from AED 5,500/yr, (2) Network size — 4,205 vs 3,340 providers, (3) Coverage — dental, optical, maternity, and mental health inclusion, (4) Co-pay percentages, and (5) Provider availability in your city. Scroll down for the full comparison table.