{"id":130832,"date":"2024-12-07T10:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-12-07T06:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/?p=130832"},"modified":"2024-12-06T22:37:27","modified_gmt":"2024-12-06T18:37:27","slug":"uae-health-card","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/uae-health-card\/","title":{"rendered":"Guide to UAE Health Card (Issuance and Renewal)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Patients with a UAE Health Card can access medical care at discounted rates in public hospitals. It helps avail affordable healthcare services for both residents and expats, covering everything from routine check-ups to emergencies.<\/p><p>Applying for or renewing your health cards is quick and convenient, thanks to the Emirates Health Services (EHS) online portal. So, let&rsquo;s discuss the UAE health card issuance and renewal process in detail.<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#h-required-documents\">Required Documents<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#h-service-fees\">Service Fees<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#h-issuance-process-for-uae-health-card\">Issuance Process&nbsp;<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#h-renewal-process-for-uae-health-card\">Renewal Process&nbsp;<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#h-service-completion-duration\">Service Completion Duration<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#h-service-channels\">Service Channels<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#h-target-audience\">Target Audience<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#h-contact-details\">Contact Details<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#h-faqs\">FAQs<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-get-a-health-card-in-the-uae\">How to Get a Health Card in the UAE<\/h2><p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ehs.gov.ae\/en\/home\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Emirates Health Services<\/a> (EHS) allows users to apply online for health card issuance in the UAE. The health card grants them access to medical and treatment services at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/hospitals-in-uae\/\" target=\"_blank\">best hospitals in UAE<\/a>.<\/p><p>To get a health card in the UAE, you must fulfil the following requirements:<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-required-documents\">Required Documents<\/h3><p>The required documents for issuing and renewing the card are:<\/p><h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-husband-or-wife-of-uae-citizen\">1. Husband or Wife of UAE Citizen<\/h4><p>The required documents for health card issuance for spouses (both foreign and UAE citizens) are:<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Residence permit for the husband or wife&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/emirates-id\/\" target=\"_blank\">Emirates ID<\/a> husband or&nbsp; wife<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Passport husband or wife<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Family book for UAE national husband or wife<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Marriage contract or continuity certificate&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul><h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-children-of-uae-female-citizens\">2. Children of UAE Female Citizens<\/h4><p>The required documents for issuing health cards for children of UAE female citizens are:<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Birth certificate<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Emirates ID for the son or daughter<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Passport for the son or daughter<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Proof of non-marriage and non-work for children over 18 years old<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Emirates ID for the mother<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Passport for the mother<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Family book &lsquo;Khulasat Al Qaid&rsquo; (for the mother)<\/li>\n<\/ul><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/2-55.jpg\" alt=\"health card renewal\" class=\"wp-image-130842\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/2-55.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/2-55-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/2-55-800x534.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure><h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-parents-of-citizens\">3. Parents of Citizens<\/h4><p>The required documents for parents of citizens are:<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Residence permit (father or mother) (except for citizens of the GCC)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Emirates ID (father or mother)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Valid passport (father or mother)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Valid passport (son)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Birth certificate (son)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dependency certificate or kinship certificate (father or mother)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Valid Emirates ID (son)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Family book &lsquo;Khulasat Al Qaid&rsquo; (for the son)<\/li>\n<\/ul><h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-4-newborns\">4. Newborns<\/h4><p>The required documents for issuing health cards for newborns are:<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Birth certificate<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Passport&nbsp; of both parents<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Emirates ID of both parents<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Residence permit of both parents<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mother&rsquo;s residence permit<\/li>\n<\/ul><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-service-fees\">Service Fees<\/h3><p>The following service fees are required at the time of both issuance and renewal. Also, the fees are categorised according to the citizenship:<\/p><h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-citizenship\">1. Citizenship<\/h4><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>UAE citizens: <strong>AED 20<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>GCC Resident: <strong>AED 20<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>GCC Visitor (Validity: 1 year): <strong>AED 50<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul><h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-other-fees\">2. Other Fees<\/h4><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>AED 15 <\/strong>for Smart Application Fees<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bank service charge<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Additional charges for applying via typing centre.<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>Patient consulting doctor<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-issuance-process-for-uae-health-card\">Issuance Process for UAE Health Card<\/h3><p>The process for health card issuance at EHS is divided into two parts:&nbsp;<\/p><h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-smart-service-using-a-valid-emirates-id-card\">1. Smart Service Using a Valid Emirates ID Card<\/h4><p>Here&rsquo;s the step-by-step process for online application:<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Create the request either through the EHS online service or at typing centres.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pay the service fees.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Issue the card.<\/li>\n<\/ul><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/3-57.jpg\" alt=\"Hospital\" class=\"wp-image-130844\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/3-57.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/3-57-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/3-57-800x534.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure><h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-manual-transactions-nbsp\">2. Manual Transactions&nbsp;<\/h4><p>The manual method requires supporting documents attachments and the process steps are:<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Create requests via smart service online or at typing centres.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pay service fees.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The delegated health registration officer reviews the applicant&rsquo;s requests.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Applicant receives an approval confirmation via a text message and email.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>After that, the applicant can avail the service.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In case of rejection, the applicant can modify and resubmit the request for approval.<\/li>\n<\/ul><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-renewal-process-for-uae-health-card\">Renewal Process for UAE Health Card<\/h3><p>This service allows patients to renew their expired health cards and access medical services through EHS facilities. The step-by-step process for health card renewal via the EHS online portal is as follows:&nbsp;<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Create the request either through the online service or at typing centres.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pay the service fees.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Issue the health card.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The designated health registration officer reviews the request.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If approved, the applicant will receive a confirmation text message and email.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>After the approval, the applicant can avail the service.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If the application is rejected and returned, the applicant can modify and resubmit their request for approval.<\/li>\n<\/ul><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/4-56.jpg\" alt=\"health care in uae\" class=\"wp-image-130846\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/4-56.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/4-56-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/4-56-800x534.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-service-completion-duration\">Service Completion Duration<\/h2><p>The duration for service completion is:<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Smart Service by using a valid ID card requires 3 minutes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Manual transactions take 3 working days from application submission\/re-submission.<\/li>\n<\/ul><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-service-channels\">Service Channels<\/h2><p>There are two service channels for applying for the issuance as well as renewal of the card:<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>EHS Website<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Typing Centres<\/li>\n<\/ul><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/6-18.jpg\" alt=\"health care in uae\" class=\"wp-image-130847\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/6-18.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/6-18-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/6-18-800x534.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-target-audience\">Target Audience<\/h2><p>The beneficiary categories of UAE health card service are:&nbsp;<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>UAE Citizens<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>GCC Citizens<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Expats<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>UAE Visitors<\/li>\n<\/ul><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-contact-details\">Contact Details<\/h2><p>For further details about the EHS health card, call the official EHS at the following contact numbers:<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Helpline:<\/strong> 171<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Phone:<\/strong> +971-4-777-1777<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Toll-free:<\/strong> 800 8877<\/li>\n<\/ul><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/5-41.jpg\" alt=\"health card allows holders to access low-cost medical \" class=\"wp-image-130848\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/5-41.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/5-41-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/5-41-800x534.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-faqs\">FAQs<\/h2><div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1733488622789\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">1. What Are the Benefits of UAE Health Card?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">A UAE health card allows holders to access low-cost medical treatments and care services at EHS health facilities.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1733488640437\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">2. When Can I Renew My Health Card?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">You can renew your health card one month before its expiry. However, it can&rsquo;t be renewed if the card is valid for over a month.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1733488656310\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">3. Is Health Free in UAE?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The Emirati healthcare system combines public and private sectors, offering free universal healthcare in Abu Dhabi and Dubai. However, expats require private insurance for medical expenses. Check out this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/expats-guide-healthcare-uae\/\" target=\"_blank\">expat&rsquo;s guide to healthcare in the UAE<\/a> to get all the details about UAE medical services.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1733488671225\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">4. How Long Is the Validity of the Health Card?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The card is valid for five years for UAE and GCC nationals and one year for other nationalities.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div><p>With the convenience of a Health Card, accessing quality healthcare in the UAE is quite easy. The process of obtaining or renewing your health card is straightforward, requiring minimal effort.<\/p><p>You will be pleased to know that some of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/best-hospital-dubai\/\" target=\"_blank\">best hospitals in Dubai<\/a>, Sharjah, and other Emirates are part of the EHS network. For a comprehensive overview of medical services in the UAE, consult our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.propertyfinder.ae\/blog\/mohap-uae\/\" target=\"_blank\">MOHAP<\/a> guide.<\/p><p>For more information on UAE healthcare, check out the Property Finder blog.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A Health Card allows you to avail health and treatment services at EHS health facilities. Here is how to get one.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":30250,"featured_media":130839,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_eb_attr":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[6665,511],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-130832","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-service","category-the-guide"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v21.0 (Yoast SEO v22.5) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>All About UAE Health Card<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"In UAE, a Health Card is essential to avail medical services at EHS health facilities. 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