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    Abu Dhabi: Has your health insurance expired? No late fees till October 23

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    Abu Dhabi: Has your health insurance expired? No late fees till October 23

    Department of health announces exemption period to encourage public health, safety


    Published:  August 19, 2021 17:21 Huda Tabrez, Living in UAE Editor
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    In an effort to encourage Abu Dhabi resident visa holders to have their health insurance policies in place, an exemption has been announced on late fees for anyone who does not have an active health insurance.
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    Department of Health (DOH), Abu Dhabi, has set October 23 as the deadline for availing the fine exemptions for individually sponsored health insurance policies.
    You will be able to renew your health insurance, or apply for a new one, without paying any fines during this period. Image Credit: Shutterstock
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    The exemption applies to individuals who are self-sponsored, such as domestic workers, dependents and parents, where the deadline to finalise a new or renewed health insurance policy have been missed.
    If you are working in the UAE, your insurance would be provided by your employer. But if some of your dependents, like your parents, live with you, you would need to get their health insurance. Image Credit: Shutterstock
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    DOH has asked all community members to obtain a health insurance policy to ensure access to healthcare services.
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    What is the fine for not having the insurance policy in place? Violators face a fine of Dh300 per month, in addition to any fines accrued prior to the exemption period.
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    Getting a health insurance in the UAE has been made easy, with most insurance providers having online options.
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    How to apply for health insurance When you have decided which health insurance policy you need, you would first need to provide information like your name, gender and age.
    How you can get a health insurance policy. Image Credit: Shutterstock
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    If you are applying for a dependent, you will need to specify your relationship. You might also need to fill a health declaration form or medical underwriting form to declare any pre-existing conditions.
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    Documents needed To get a quotation from the company or broker, you will need to provide a copy of the following: Passport Visa Emirates ID
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