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Article: Health cover is mandatory.
- Article from:
- Gulf News (United Arab Emirates)
- Article date:
- January 3, 2009
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Abu Dhabi: Expatriates new to the country must provide evidence of a health insurance registration before applying for a work or visit visa.
The usual scenario however, includes an employer providing his employees and their dependents (spouse and children under 18) with a valid health insurance plan.
Individuals and small companies who are not eligible for a basic health insurance plan must undergo a process of underwriting and medical evaluation prior to the issuance of their insurance policies.
Certain factors such as deductibles, medical condition, age, gender, selection of a plan, marital status, weight and pre-existing conditions are put ...