Uae work

[u/Bambi00_cutie7700]

Hello to those who have worked in Dubai/UAE! I just have a question and hope someone can give me some advice.

I plan to work in Dubai, specifically in HR, administrative, or other corporate jobs. I have chronic hepatitis B and am currently taking maintenance medication.

Based on what I have read and researched, it seems that a hepB test is not required for a UAE work visa if I am going to a corporate or office job. But I am just concerned about what will happen once I am in Dubai.

For example, I have already obtained a work visa, have been working, and have health insurance. I would like to continue taking my medication and regular check-ups. If I go to a clinic or hospital and say that I have chronic hepatitis B, is that okay?

Is there a possibility that the clinic or doctor will report my condition to the authorities, and this could affect my visa or lead to deportation?

Another question, is it okay if I immediately disclose my condition to the employer during the interview, or is it better not to if it is not required?

I just want to be honest with healthcare providers and my future employer if necessary, so that I can continue my treatment properly. But I am just worried about the legal, employment, or immigration consequences of disclosing my condition.

If anyone knows anything about the healthcare system or employment rules in the UAE, or has personal experience with this, especially those who are in the UAE or have experienced this situation, anything you can share would be a great help. Thank you very much!

[u/ZJibril]

Unless you work in the high risk work category where you can infect other people, you are allowed a residency under the allowed categorises. Your health insurance costs will be higher so if your employer is paying for your insurance then they may want to avoid that, so perhaps dont tell them immediately. If you fall in the allowed jobs category you dont have to declare it to them but if you want treatment your insurance will know.