Question 1

Which is better, MetLife or Now Health International?

Accepted Answer

It depends on your needs. MetLife has 8,008 providers across 8 cities and offers 2 plans starting from AED 2,800/yr. Now Health International has 3,470 providers across 8 cities with 2 plans from AED 5,500/yr. Choose MetLife 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 MetLife cheaper than Now Health International?

Accepted Answer

Yes, MetLife's entry-level plan starts from AED 2,800/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, MetLife or Now Health International?

Accepted Answer

MetLife has a larger Dubai network with 4,616 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 MetLife or Now Health International cover dental?

Accepted Answer

Both insurers offer dental coverage on their enhanced and premium plans. MetLife'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 MetLife 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 MetLife 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 MetLife and Now Health International have dedicated claims and onboarding teams to facilitate the transition.

Question 6

How do I compare MetLife and Now Health International plans?

Accepted Answer

Use the UAE Health Insurance Navigator on this page to compare MetLife and Now Health International side-by-side. Key factors to compare: (1) Annual premium — MetLife starts from AED 2,800/yr, Now Health International from AED 5,500/yr, (2) Network size — 8,008 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	MetLife	Now Health International
Type	private	private
Founded	1868	2011
Headquarters	Dubai	Dubai
Regulators	DHA, HAAD	DHA, HAAD
Number of Plans	2	2
Premium Range	AED 2,800 – 13,000	AED 5,500 – 28,000
Total Network Size	8,008	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	800-638543	800-669

City	MetLife	vs	Now Health International
Dubai	4,616	vs	2,495
Abu Dhabi	1,744	vs	394
Sharjah	806	vs	262
Al Ain	344	vs	125
Ajman	220	vs	95
Ras Al Khaimah	150	vs	51
Fujairah	93	vs	39
Umm Al Quwain	35	vs	9

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