X-Ray Cost in the UAE
الأشعة السينية · CPT 71046
A x-ray in the UAE typically costs AED 80 to AED 600, with a typical price of AED 184. In Dubai, expect to pay around AED 250, while Sharjah averages AED 180. This procedure is typically covered by UAE health insurance plans with a co-pay of 10–20%. Prices reflect data from 8 UAE cities as of March 2026, sourced from DOH Mandatory Tariff methodology and market-observed ranges.
AED 80 – AED 600
Price range across all UAE facilities · Typical: AED 184
Cheapest City
Umm Al Quwain
~AED 150
Most Expensive
Dubai
~AED 250
Duration
5–15 minutes
Recovery
No recovery needed
Typically Covered
X-rays are almost universally covered by UAE health insurance plans, including basic mandatory schemes. Co-pay is typically 10–20%. No pre-authorisati...
Setting: No hospital stay needed
Anaesthesia: None required
Price by City
About X-Ray
An X-ray produces images of structures inside the body using a small dose of ionising radiation. It is the most common and widely available diagnostic imaging technique, used to examine bones, teeth, chest, and abdomen.
What to Expect
You will stand, sit, or lie down depending on the body part being X-rayed. A technician positions the X-ray machine and you hold still for a few seconds. The entire process takes 5–15 minutes. There is no pain.
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Disclaimer: Prices shown are indicative ranges 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. Always obtain a personalised quote from the healthcare provider. This page does not constitute medical or financial advice.