Update on Deadline for Mandatory Health Insurance in the Emirate of Dubai
Type
E-journal
Date
8 Jun 2016
Jurisdiction
Dubai
Taxonomy
General Health Law, General Insurance Law
Copyright
LexisNexis
Relevant company
Fragomen Middle East
Analysis
The Dubai Health Authority has extended the deadline for foreign nationals to provide health insurance coverage to their sponsored dependents or domestic helpers until 31 December 2016.
Employers in Dubai must still meet the initial deadline to cover their employees under qualified health insurance plans by 30 June 2016, as announced by the Authority.
What This Means for Employers and Foreign Nationals
Foreign nationals must provide health insurance coverage their sponsored dependents and domestic helpers by 31 December 2016.