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UAE Medical Tourism 2025

UAE Medical Tourism Development Report

In 2024, the UAE medical tourism market generated $8.5 billion in revenue, up 12% from the previous year, accounting for 25% of the country's total healthcare revenue. Approximately 1.3 million international patients were received annually.

$8.5B

Revenue 2024

1.3M

International Patients

25%

Healthcare Revenue Share

12%

Annual Growth

Report Contents

Market Size & Growth

Popular Projects & Destinations

III

Advantages & Challenges

Policy Support & Future

Market Size and Growth Drivers

Patient Origin Distribution

Russia28%

India22%

United Kingdom15%

African Countries18%

Key Growth Drivers

Medical Technology Leadership

70% penetration rate of advanced technologies like Da Vinci robots

Tourism Integration

60% medical-tourism packages, 8-10 days average stay

Policy Convenience

Visa-on-arrival, 3-5 days preparation period in free zones

Market Performance Indicators

$3,000+

Average Derivative Consumption per Person

8-10

Days Average Stay Duration

60%

Medical-Tourism Package Share

Popular Projects and Destination Distribution

High-Demand Medical Projects

Cosmetic Surgery

Accounts for 35% of medical tourism business. Breast augmentation, liposuction, and facial rejuvenation are popular.

35%

Market Share

20-30%

Lower than Europe

Specialized Treatment

Heart bypass surgery, cancer targeted therapy, and IVF attract numerous patients.

98.5%

Cardiac Success Rate

Cleveland

Clinic Abu Dhabi

Health Check-ups

High-end customized packages favored by high-net-worth individuals.

50,000+

Yearly Patients

$10K-$50K

Package Range

Core Destinations

Dubai

60%

Hosting over 300 internationally accredited institutions, focusing on high-end aesthetics and comprehensive treatment.

American Hospital Dubai

Saudi German Hospital

300+ JCI Accredited

Abu Dhabi

70%

Specializes in specialized treatment. Institutions attract severe cases, accounting for 70% of critical medical tourism.

Cleveland Clinic

Johns Hopkins Medicine

Critical Care Focus

Sharjah

Mid-Range

Focuses on the mid-range market. Dental and ophthalmic surgery prices are 30% lower than in Dubai.

30% Lower Prices

Dental & Ophthalmic

South Asia & Africa

III

Competitive Advantages and Industry Shortcomings

Competitive Advantages

High International Certification

85% of private hospitals are JCI-accredited, with medical quality on par with Europe and the US

Multilingual Services

Medical staff master English and Arabic, with Russian and Hindi translators available

Strict Privacy Protection

Laws prohibit patient information leakage, preferred by high-net-worth clients

Main Shortcomings

Higher Costs

50-80% higher than Turkey and Thailand, diverting mid-to-low-end clients

Resource Strain

2-3 week waiting lists for surgeries during peak seasons (Nov-Mar)

Talent Shortage

60% of specialists are expatriates, with risks of short-term mobility

Policy Support and Future Plans

Policy Measures

Visa Facilitation

Medical tourism e-visa launched in 2024, 48 hours approval, 90 days stay

Financial Support

1 billion AED fund, 5% tax reduction for institutions with 10,000+ patients

Industry Alliance

UAE Medical Tourism Association integrating hospitals, hotels, airlines

Future Trends

Niche Markets

5 rehabilitation centers planned for 2025, targeting European elderly patients

Digital Services

Medical tourism APP with remote consultation, medical record translation

Regional Cooperation

Mutual recognition mechanisms with Saudi Arabia, Qatar for Gulf medical tourism

Policy Impact Metrics

48h

E-Visa Approval Time

Days Maximum Stay

1B AED

Government Investment Fund

Tax Reduction Incentive

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