Question 1

Which is better, Dubai Insurance Company or Now Health International?

Accepted Answer

It depends on your needs. Dubai Insurance Company has 8,676 providers across 8 cities and offers 2 plans starting from AED 2,500/yr. Now Health International has 3,470 providers across 8 cities with 2 plans from AED 5,500/yr. Choose Dubai Insurance Company if you need a larger provider network, lower entry-level premiums. Choose Now Health International if you prioritise more comprehensive coverage options.

Question 2

Is Dubai Insurance Company cheaper than Now Health International?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Dubai Insurance Company's entry-level plan starts from AED 2,500/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.

Question 3

Which has a bigger network in Dubai, Dubai Insurance Company or Now Health International?

Accepted Answer

Dubai Insurance Company has a larger Dubai network with 5,248 providers, compared to Now Health International's 2,495 providers. This includes hospitals, clinics, dental practices, and specialist centres listed in the UAE Open Healthcare Directory.

Question 4

Does Dubai Insurance Company or Now Health International cover dental?

Accepted Answer

Both insurers offer dental coverage on their enhanced and premium plans. Dubai Insurance Company's dental sub-limit goes up to AED 3,500/yr, while Now Health International offers up to AED 7,500/yr. Basic plans from both insurers typically exclude dental.

Question 5

Can I switch from Dubai Insurance Company to Now Health International?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can switch insurers during your policy renewal period. In the UAE, health insurance is typically renewed annually. When switching from Dubai Insurance Company 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 Dubai Insurance Company and Now Health International have dedicated claims and onboarding teams to facilitate the transition.

Question 6

How do I compare Dubai Insurance Company and Now Health International plans?

Accepted Answer

Use the UAE Health Insurance Navigator on this page to compare Dubai Insurance Company and Now Health International side-by-side. Key factors to compare: (1) Annual premium — Dubai Insurance Company starts from AED 2,500/yr, Now Health International from AED 5,500/yr, (2) Network size — 8,676 vs 3,470 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.

Attribute	Dubai Insurance Company	Now Health International
Type	private	private
Founded	1970	2011
Headquarters	Dubai	Dubai
Regulators	DHA	DHA, HAAD
Number of Plans	2	2
Premium Range	AED 2,500 – 12,000	AED 5,500 – 28,000
Total Network Size	8,676	3,470
Cities Covered	8	8
Dental	Yes	Yes
Optical	Yes	Yes
Maternity	Yes	Yes
Mental Health	Yes	Yes
International	No	Yes
Co-pay Range	20%	0% – 20%
Claims Phone	04-262-5252	800-669

City	Dubai Insurance Company	vs	Now Health International
Dubai	5,248	vs	2,495
Sharjah	1,310	vs	262
Abu Dhabi	1,107	vs	394
Al Ain	371	vs	125
Ajman	321	vs	95
Ras Al Khaimah	175	vs	51
Fujairah	106	vs	39
Umm Al Quwain	38	vs	9

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