Eligible Etihad guests gain complimentary insurance when visiting Abu Dhabi

Etihad Airways and the Department of Culture and Tourism Abu Dhabi have launched complimentary medical travel insurance for eligible international visitors flying to or through Abu Dhabi.

The insurance will be available from July through December 2026 and applies to eligible travellers on Etihad-operated flights.

The coverage is underwritten and administered by The National Insurance Company – Daman, part of PureHealth, and covers eligible visitors for up to 15 days in the UAE.

No application is required. 

Coverage is automatically included with every qualifying Etihad ticket.

Eligible travellers include guests flying to Abu Dhabi on an Etihad-operated service, with point of origin and point of sale outside the UAE.

Travellers using Etihad’s complimentary Stopover Programme to spend time in Abu Dhabi are also covered for the duration of their stay.

Terms and conditions apply.

“Global interest in Abu Dhabi continues to grow, reflecting the destination’s unparalleled year-round cultural, tourism and entertainment offering. This initiative ensures we meet that demand with an exceptional, end-to-end visitor experience," said His Excellency Saleh Mohamed Al Geziry, director general for tourism at DCT Abu Dhabi.

"Our partnership with Etihad will set a new benchmark for destination standards and ensure our guests feel welcomed, valued, and cared for from the moment they book.”

Antonoaldo Neves, chief executive officer, Etihad Airways, added: “Abu Dhabi is one of the most captivating destinations in the world, and our job is to make both getting here and being here as seamless as possible. Giving comprehensive medical insurance with every eligible Etihad ticket means our guests can focus entirely on experiencing the extraordinary Emirati hospitality Abu Dhabi has to offer. This is what it looks like when an airline and a destination truly invest in their visitors.”

Etihad and DCT Abu Dhabi say the initiative is designed to integrate medical coverage into the travel journey and reduce administrative steps for travellers.

“Protecting people’s health and wellbeing is central to Daman’s role as the UAE’s leading health insurer. This initiative adds meaningful value to the visitor experience by integrating reliable medical insurance directly into the travel journey," said Khaled Ateeq Aldhaheri, chief executive officer of the National Insurance Company – Daman.

"Building on more than 20 years as a trusted partner in Abu Dhabi’s healthcare ecosystem, Daman is proud to support Etihad Airways and DCT Abu Dhabi in delivering a differentiated offering for visitors, underpinned by access to one of the UAE’s most comprehensive medical provider networks and world-class healthcare services.”

Abu Dhabi attractions include Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Saadiyat Island and Yas Island.

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, was formed in 2003. 

From Abu Dhabi, the airline flies to passenger and cargo destinations in the Middle East, Africa, Europe, Asia, Australia and North America.

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