Etihad Airways, the national carrier of the United Arab Emirates, has partnered with the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) to offer complimentary medical travel insurance to eligible international visitors arriving in Abu Dhabi on Etihad-operated flights.
The initiative, delivered in partnership with The National Insurance Company – Daman, will be available from July to December 2026 and is designed to enhance the visitor experience by providing added peace of mind throughout their stay in the UAE.
Under the programme, eligible travellers will receive medical insurance coverage for up to 15 days in the UAE at no additional cost. The cover will be automatically included with qualifying Etihad tickets, eliminating the need for a separate application process. Guests travelling to Abu Dhabi on Etihad-operated flights, with both the point of origin and point of sale outside the UAE, will be eligible. Visitors using Etihad’s complimentary Stopover Programme will also be covered for the duration of their stay, subject to terms and conditions.
The initiative gives visitors one less thing to think about and one more reason to book, responding to sustained appetite for Abu Dhabi as a bucket-list destination and showcasing Etihad’s dedication to making every guest’s journey as effortless as it is extraordinary.
His Excellency Saleh Mohamed Al Geziry, Director General for Tourism at DCT Abu Dhabi, said, “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. 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.”
Khaled Ateeq Aldhaheri, Chief Executive Officer of the National Insurance Company – Daman, said, “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. 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.”
The complimentary medical insurance programme forms part of broader efforts by Etihad Airways and DCT Abu Dhabi to enhance visitor confidence and convenience while supporting the continued growth of tourism to the emirate.
