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Residents coming in to the UAE are required to sign an undertaking that they would cover the cost of COVID-19 treatment and testing, but what does that mean for your pocket?
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Read the latest guidelines from Dubai's Supreme Committee of Crisis and Disaster Management here: gulfnews.com/1.1592756766899
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Residents returning to the UAE are required to sign an undertaking.
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Would your insurance cover the testing and treatment?
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You may need to pay for the initial test.
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As travelling is voluntary, it may not get covered by insurance.
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If you exhibit symptoms, you may be able to get your consultation and test covered.
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How much coverage you have depends on your insurance plan.
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Check with your insurance provider on the details of your plan.
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How do I know if my insurance covers testing and treatment?
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COVID-19, being a new strain of the virus, is not expressly mentioned in insurance plans.
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Depending on your insurance policy, you may get certain treatments covered.
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Mandatory health insurance in Dubai and Abu Dhabi means residents can expect some level of financial ease.
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However, as costs can shoot with intensive treatment, it is always advisable to have health insurance.
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