Complete Maternity & Pregnancy Costs in Dubai
This guide covers 12 medical procedures in Dubai relevant to expecting parents. The average typical price for these procedures in Dubai is AED 6,865. The most affordable procedure is vitamin d test at AED 150 typical. Healthcare in Dubai is regulated by the Dubai Health Authority (DHA). Prices reflect market data as of March 2026.
12
Procedures priced
AED 6,865
Avg. typical price
AED 80
Lowest starting price
5
Tips for you
Procedure Prices in Dubai
Prices for Dubai facilities. Click any procedure for full details and insurance calculator.
Vitamin D Test
AED 80 – AED 350
ECG / EKG (Electrocardiogram)
AED 80 – AED 400
Blood Test (CBC + Metabolic Panel)
AED 80 – AED 500
GP Consultation
AED 150 – AED 500
Thyroid Function Test (TSH + T3/T4)
AED 120 – AED 500
Specialist Consultation
AED 300 – AED 1,200
Mammogram
AED 300 – AED 1,200
Ultrasound
AED 300 – AED 1,500
Comprehensive Health Checkup
AED 500 – AED 5,000
Normal Delivery (Vaginal Birth)
AED 10,000 – AED 30,000
Caesarean Section (C-Section)
AED 18,000 – AED 50,000
IVF Treatment (One Cycle)
AED 20,000 – AED 50,000
Compare with Other Cities
How Dubai compares to other UAE cities for the same procedures.
AED 6,865
avg. typical (current)
AED 4,463
-35% vs Dubai
AED 4,727
-31% vs Dubai
AED 4,727
-31% vs Dubai
AED 4,993
-27% vs Dubai
AED 5,171
-25% vs Dubai
AED 5,259
-23% vs Dubai
AED 6,238
-9% vs Dubai
Tips for Dubai
Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC) in Dubai has the highest concentration of specialist clinics — compare multiple providers within walking distance.
Budget AED 15,000-50,000 for the total pregnancy journey (prenatal care + delivery + postnatal) depending on the facility type and delivery method.
Normal vaginal delivery costs AED 8,000-25,000; C-section costs AED 15,000-45,000. Government hospitals are at the lower end of both ranges.
Most insurance plans cover maternity after a 10-12 month waiting period. Check your policy before conceiving — some plans have maternity sub-limits of AED 10,000-15,000.
Prenatal care costs approximately AED 5,000-12,000 over 9 months (monthly OB-GYN visits, blood tests, 3-4 ultrasounds, and screening tests).
Find Providers in Dubai
Browse the UAE Open Healthcare Directory to find licensed healthcare providers in Dubai that match your needs and budget.
Insurance in Dubai
Regulated by Dubai Health Authority (DHA): Dubai mandates employer-provided health insurance under the DHA Essential Benefits Plan. Major insurers include Daman, AXA, Cigna, MetLife, and Bupa.
Coverage for this guide: Of the 12 procedures priced in Dubai, 10 are typically covered, 1 partially covered, and 1 rarely or not covered.
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Disclaimer: All prices shown are indicative ranges for Dubai based on the DOH Mandatory Tariff (Shafafiya) methodology, DHA DRG parameters, and market-observed data as of March 2026. Actual costs vary by facility, doctor, clinical complexity, and insurance plan. This tool is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical or financial advice. Always obtain a personalised quote from the healthcare provider before proceeding with any procedure.