Delta Life Insurance (Visit website, opens in a new tab)
Life insurer offering hospitalisation and health riders.
Also offers
Bangladesh
Public systemHow health coverage works
In Bangladesh, basic health cover is provided by the public system.
Healthcare is mainly delivered through government facilities, with a large private provider sector and high out-of-pocket spending. Private health insurance is limited and mostly group or hospitalisation cover.
Basic coverage is provided by the public system. Directorate General of Health Services
Private health insurance
Green Delta Insurance (Visit website, opens in a new tab)
General insurer offering health, travel and motor cover.
Also offers
MetLife Bangladesh (Visit website, opens in a new tab)
Life insurer with health and hospitalisation cover.
Also offers
Pragati Life Insurance (Visit website, opens in a new tab)
Life insurer offering health and hospitalisation plans.
Also offers
Key facts
| Official source | Directorate General of Health Services |
|---|---|
| Insurers listed | Delta Life Insurance, Green Delta Insurance, MetLife Bangladesh, Pragati Life Insurance |
| Last reviewed |
Frequently asked questions
How does health insurance work in Bangladesh?
Healthcare is mainly delivered through government facilities, with a large private provider sector and high out-of-pocket spending. Private health insurance is limited and mostly group or hospitalisation cover.
Is private health insurance mandatory in Bangladesh?
No. In Bangladesh, basic cover comes from the public system. Private health insurance is optional and usually complements it.
Which health insurers can I look at in Bangladesh?
Well-known insurers listed for Bangladesh, in alphabetical order: Delta Life Insurance, Green Delta Insurance, MetLife Bangladesh, Pragati Life Insurance. This is not a ranking or a recommendation.
Where can I find official information on health cover in Bangladesh?
Directorate General of Health Services: https://dghs.gov.bd