Cataract Surgery — Total Estimated Cost in the UAE
Cataract Surgery in the UAE typically costs AED 6,400 to AED 42,400, with a typical total of AED 15,692. This includes 2 required steps over 1–2 months. Umm Al Quwain is the most affordable at AED 12,660, while Dubai is the most expensive at AED 21,100. Prices based on DOH Mandatory Tariff methodology and market data as of March 2026.
Required Steps
AED 15,692
AED 6,400 – AED 42,400
Duration
1–2 months
Cheapest City
Umm Al Quwain
AED 12,660
Step-by-Step Cost Breakdown
| Step | Qty | Unit Cost | Subtotal | Required |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Specialist Consultationdiagnosis + pre-operative check | 2 | AED 200 – AED 1,200 | AED 400 – AED 2,400 | |
| Cataract Surgeryboth eyes, done separately | 2 | AED 3,000 – AED 20,000 | AED 6,000 – AED 40,000 | |
| Total (Required Steps) | AED 6,400 – AED 42,400 | |||
Cost by City
Compare the total cataract surgery cost across all UAE cities. Prices show required steps only (typical estimate).
Umm Al Quwain
AED 12,660
AED 6,400 – AED 23,300
CheapestAjman
AED 13,700
AED 6,400 – AED 25,400
8% more than Umm Al QuwainFujairah
AED 13,700
AED 7,400 – AED 25,400
8% more than Umm Al QuwainRas Al Khaimah
AED 14,760
AED 7,400 – AED 27,500
17% more than Umm Al QuwainSharjah
AED 14,800
AED 6,400 – AED 29,600
17% more than Umm Al QuwainAl Ain
AED 15,800
AED 7,440 – AED 29,600
25% more than Umm Al QuwainAbu Dhabi
AED 19,000
AED 9,500 – AED 38,000
50% more than Umm Al QuwainDubai
AED 21,100
AED 10,600 – AED 42,400
67% more than Umm Al QuwainInsurance Coverage
Step-by-step insurance coverage summary for cataract surgery. Coverage depends on your specific plan and insurer.
Specialist Consultation
Specialist consultations are covered by most UAE insurance plans. Some basic plans may require a GP ...
Cataract Surgery
Cataract surgery is medically necessary and covered by most UAE insurance plans including Daman basi...
What to Expect
Timeline: 1–2 months
Cataract treatment starts with two specialist ophthalmologist consultations — one for diagnosis and lens measurements, and one pre-operative check. Surgery is performed one eye at a time, typically 1–4 weeks apart. Each procedure takes 15–30 minutes using phacoemulsification (ultrasound to break up the cloudy lens) and insertion of an artificial intraocular lens (IOL). Recovery per eye is 1–2 weeks.
Specialist Consultation x2
diagnosis + pre-operative check
Cataract Surgery x2
both eyes, done separately
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Dubai
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Abu Dhabi
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Sharjah
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Ajman
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Ras Al Khaimah
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Fujairah
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Umm Al Quwain
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Al Ain
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Cataract Surgery Cost — Frequently Asked Questions
Disclaimer: All prices shown are indicative ranges based on the DOH Mandatory Tariff (Shafafiya) methodology and market-observed data as of March 2026. Actual costs vary by facility, doctor, clinical complexity, and insurance plan. This cost bundle is for planning purposes only and does not constitute medical or financial advice. Always obtain a personalised quote from your healthcare provider before proceeding.