Should a local employee receive health insurance if they work remotely?

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Under UAE labor law, employers are required to provide health insurance to their employees, regardless of whether they work remotely or on-site.

This obligation applies to both UAE nationals and expatriates. UAE nationals must be registered under the national health scheme or equivalent private insurance that meets government standards, while expatriates must have health insurance compliant with local regulations, such as those set by the Dubai Health Authority (DHA) or the Department of Health in Abu Dhabi.

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Yes, according to UAE labor laws, health insurance must be provided to all employees, including those working remotely, as long as they are officially registered as employees of the company.

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In the UAE, employers are legally required to provide health insurance to all employees, including those working remotely.

The insurance must offer comprehensive health coverage and is mandatory regardless of work arrangement.

Selecting an appropriate health insurance plan demonstrates compliance with UAE labor laws and supports employee well-being.

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Good afternoon!

According to UAE labor law, all employers are required to provide health insurance coverage to their employees, regardless of whether they work remotely or in an office.

This includes local employees as well as expatriate employees. The health insurance coverage must meet the minimum requirements set by the Dubai Health Authority (DHA) or the Health Authority Abu Dhabi (HAAD), depending on the emirate in which the employee is based.

Failure to provide health insurance coverage can result in penalties and legal consequences for the employer.

Therefore, it is important for employers to ensure that all employees, including those working remotely, are covered by a valid health insurance policy.

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If the employee is registered with a formal employment contract and is sponsored by the company, the company must provide her with health insurance, even if she is working remotely.

If she is not registered with a formal employment contract and is working as a freelancer or on a service contract, the company may not be legally obligated to provide health insurance.