Fidelity United Insurance vs National General Insurance

It depends on your needs. Fidelity United Insurance has 679 providers across 7 cities and offers 2 plans starting from AED 2,300/yr. National General Insurance has 1,417 providers across 8 cities with 2 plans from AED 2,000/yr. Choose Fidelity United Insurance if you need more comprehensive coverage options. Choose National General Insurance if you prioritise a larger provider network, lower entry-level premiums, presence in 8 cities.

No, National General Insurance's entry-level plan starts from AED 2,000/yr, while Fidelity United Insurance's cheapest plan begins at AED 2,300/yr. Pricing varies significantly by age, nationality, and plan tier, so obtain personalised quotes from both insurers.

National General Insurance has a larger Dubai network with 728 providers, compared to Fidelity United Insurance's 356 providers. Network sizes are based on the UAE Open Healthcare Directory data.

Both insurers offer dental coverage on their enhanced and premium plans. Fidelity United Insurance's dental sub-limit goes up to AED 3,000/yr, while National General Insurance offers up to AED 2,500/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 Fidelity United Insurance to National General Insurance (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 Fidelity United Insurance and National General Insurance have dedicated claims and onboarding teams to facilitate the transition.

Use the UAE Health Insurance Navigator on this page to compare Fidelity United Insurance and National General Insurance side-by-side. Key factors to compare: (1) Annual premium — Fidelity United Insurance starts from AED 2,300/yr, National General Insurance from AED 2,000/yr, (2) Network size — 679 vs 1,417 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.