Dubai Police have issued a public warning urging residents to stay alert against a growing wave of fraudulent insurance companies operating on social media platforms. The advisory was released on April 4 as part of the force's ongoing BewareofFraud campaign.
According to Dubai Police, unlicensed entities are increasingly using social media to advertise fake vehicle and health insurance services. These scammers attract victims by posting advertisements that offer prices significantly lower than standard market rates and promise fast and immediate policy processing. The attractive deals convince some residents to make payments upfront without verifying whether the company is actually licensed to operate in the UAE.
Dubai Police explained that all legitimate insurance providers operating in the country are regulated by official authorities and must follow clear procedures when issuing policies. Any company offering deals that appear unrealistically cheap compared to market prices should be treated as a serious red flag.
This is not an isolated warning. In January 2026, Ras Al Khaimah Police issued a similar alert about fake car insurance advertisements circulating online. Industry experts had also raised concerns last year about the growing number of fraudulent insurance providers exploiting social media to reach victims. The pattern shows that scammers are becoming more persistent and more sophisticated in how they target residents across the UAE.
Dubai Police confirmed that specialised teams are actively monitoring fraudulent activity online and pursuing legal action against those responsible. However the force stressed that individual awareness remains the first and most important line of defence against cyber fraud.
Residents are being urged to verify the credentials and licensing of any insurance company or broker before transferring any funds. Payments to personal bank accounts or mobile numbers instead of official corporate channels are a clear sign of fraud. Anyone who suspects they have encountered a fraudulent insurance offer can report it immediately through the eCrime platform or by calling 901 for non-emergency assistance.
The warning serves as a timely reminder that if a deal looks too good to be true it almost certainly is.