Question 1

Which is better, Now Health International or Takaful Emarat?

Accepted Answer

It depends on your needs. Now Health International has 3,470 providers across 8 cities and offers 2 plans starting from AED 5,500/yr. Takaful Emarat has 8,040 providers across 8 cities with 2 plans from AED 2,500/yr. Choose Now Health International if you need more comprehensive coverage options. Choose Takaful Emarat if you prioritise a larger provider network, lower entry-level premiums.

Question 2

Is Now Health International cheaper than Takaful Emarat?

Accepted Answer

No, Takaful Emarat's entry-level plan starts from AED 2,500/yr, while Now Health International's cheapest plan begins at AED 5,500/yr. Pricing varies significantly by age, nationality, and plan tier, so obtain personalised quotes from both insurers.

Question 3

Which has a bigger network in Dubai, Now Health International or Takaful Emarat?

Accepted Answer

Takaful Emarat has a larger Dubai network with 4,174 providers, compared to Now Health International's 2,495 providers. Network sizes are based on the UAE Open Healthcare Directory data.

Question 4

Does Now Health International or Takaful Emarat cover dental?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 5

Can I switch from Now Health International to Takaful Emarat?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 6

How do I compare Now Health International and Takaful Emarat plans?

Accepted Answer

Use the UAE Health Insurance Navigator on this page to compare Now Health International and Takaful Emarat side-by-side. Key factors to compare: (1) Annual premium — Now Health International starts from AED 5,500/yr, Takaful Emarat from AED 2,500/yr, (2) Network size — 3,470 vs 8,040 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	Now Health International	Takaful Emarat
Type	private	private
Founded	2011	2008
Headquarters	Dubai	Dubai
Regulators	DHA, HAAD	DHA, HAAD, MOHAP
Number of Plans	2	2
Premium Range	AED 5,500 – 28,000	AED 2,500 – 12,000
Total Network Size	3,470	8,040
Cities Covered	8	8
Dental	Yes	Yes
Optical	Yes	Yes
Maternity	Yes	Yes
Mental Health	Yes	Yes
International	Yes	No
Co-pay Range	0% – 20%	20%
Claims Phone	800-669	800-825235

City	Now Health International	vs	Takaful Emarat
Dubai	2,495	vs	4,174
Abu Dhabi	394	vs	1,628
Sharjah	262	vs	1,238
Ajman	95	vs	411
Al Ain	125	vs	332
Ras Al Khaimah	51	vs	160
Fujairah	39	vs	74
Umm Al Quwain	9	vs	23

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