Question 1

Do I need health insurance to see a doctor in Dubai?

Accepted Answer

No. You can self-pay for any clinic, home, telemedicine, or hospital outpatient visit. Many clinics also accept insurance, but it is not required to be seen.

Question 2

Are all doctors in Dubai DHA-licensed?

Accepted Answer

Every doctor practising in Dubai must be licensed by the Dubai Health Authority. Doctors in the other emirates are licensed by the Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP). You can verify a name on the public DHA Sheryan register before you book.

Question 3

How much does a doctor consultation cost in Dubai?

Accepted Answer

Self-pay ranges are roughly AED 100 for a telemedicine consult, AED 150 to 500 for a clinic GP, from AED 350 for a doctor at home, and AED 400 to 1,500 or more for a hospital outpatient visit with imaging or labs included.

Question 4

Can a doctor come to my home in Dubai?

Accepted Answer

Yes. A DHA-licensed home doctor can examine the patient, prescribe, write a sick leave certificate, and arrange labs or nursing in the same plan. BestDOC visits start at AED 350 and arrive in around 45 min across Dubai.

Question 5

Is there a difference between a DHA and MOHAP licence?

Accepted Answer

DHA regulates Dubai. MOHAP regulates the other six emirates. A clinician can hold either, depending on where they practise. Both registers are public and searchable.

Question 6

Can I get a sick leave certificate from a home doctor?

Accepted Answer

Yes. A DHA-licensed GP who sees you at home can issue a sick leave certificate when the clinical picture supports it, the same as a clinic visit.

Question 7

Do I need an Emirates ID to see a doctor?

Accepted Answer

Not to be seen. A doctor will treat you on clinical grounds. Emirates ID is useful for insurance claims and pharmacy controlled-medication logging, but it is not a gate to receiving care.

Question 8

How do I find an English- or Arabic-speaking doctor?

Accepted Answer

English is the working language across Dubai healthcare. Arabic is widely available. Ask the coordinator before booking to match the language and gender preference of the patient.

Question 9

When should I go to a hospital instead?

Accepted Answer

Call 998 for chest pain, stroke signs, severe breathing trouble, heavy bleeding, seizure, major trauma, or a high fever in an infant under three months. A home doctor is not an emergency service.