{"id":8718,"date":"2026-09-29T18:43:12","date_gmt":"2026-09-29T18:43:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/?p=8718"},"modified":"2026-09-29T18:50:01","modified_gmt":"2026-09-29T18:50:01","slug":"housemaid-visa-abu-dhabi","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/lifestyle\/housemaid-visa-abu-dhabi\/","title":{"rendered":"Housemaid Visa in Abu Dhabi: Cost, Requirements and Sponsorship Process"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Housemaid visa Abu Dhabi<\/strong>&nbsp;applications depend on whether the household or a licensed centre legally employs the worker. This determines the required documents, costs and ongoing responsibilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Eligible households may sponsor directly, while licensed centres can provide recruitment or temporary employment services. The worker needs permission to work in the household; a residence visa alone is insufficient. Check eligibility, the worker\u2019s current status, contract terms and total cost before applying.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_88 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #ffffff;color:#ffffff\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #ffffff;color:#ffffff\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/lifestyle\/housemaid-visa-abu-dhabi\/#Housemaid_Visa_Abu_Dhabi_Quick_Answers\" >Housemaid Visa Abu Dhabi: Quick Answers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/lifestyle\/housemaid-visa-abu-dhabi\/#What_Is_a_Housemaid_Visa_in_Abu_Dhabi\" >What Is a Housemaid Visa in Abu Dhabi?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/lifestyle\/housemaid-visa-abu-dhabi\/#Who_Can_Sponsor_a_Housemaid_in_Abu_Dhabi\" >Who Can Sponsor a Housemaid in Abu Dhabi?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/lifestyle\/housemaid-visa-abu-dhabi\/#1_Requirements_for_an_Expatriate_Resident\" >1.&nbsp;Requirements for an Expatriate Resident<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/lifestyle\/housemaid-visa-abu-dhabi\/#2_Requirements_for_the_Domestic_Worker\" >2.&nbsp;Requirements for the Domestic Worker<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/lifestyle\/housemaid-visa-abu-dhabi\/#Choose_the_Right_Sponsorship_Route_Before_Applying\" >Choose the Right Sponsorship Route Before Applying<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/lifestyle\/housemaid-visa-abu-dhabi\/#Questions_to_Ask_a_Centre_Before_Paying\" >Questions to Ask a Centre Before Paying<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/lifestyle\/housemaid-visa-abu-dhabi\/#Housemaid_Visa_Abu_Dhabi_Cost_How_Much_Should_You_Budget\" >Housemaid Visa Abu Dhabi Cost: How Much Should You Budget?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/lifestyle\/housemaid-visa-abu-dhabi\/#A_First-Year_Budget_Example\" >A First-Year Budget Example<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/lifestyle\/housemaid-visa-abu-dhabi\/#Documents_Needed_for_a_Housemaid_Visa_Application\" >Documents Needed for a Housemaid Visa Application<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/lifestyle\/housemaid-visa-abu-dhabi\/#How_to_Apply_for_a_Housemaid_Visa_in_Abu_Dhabi\" >How to Apply for a Housemaid Visa in Abu Dhabi<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/lifestyle\/housemaid-visa-abu-dhabi\/#1_Confirm_eligibility_and_the_workers_status\" >1. Confirm eligibility and the worker\u2019s status<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/lifestyle\/housemaid-visa-abu-dhabi\/#2_Agree_on_the_employment_terms\" >2. Agree on the employment terms<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/lifestyle\/housemaid-visa-abu-dhabi\/#3_Choose_an_application_channel\" >3. Choose an application channel<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/lifestyle\/housemaid-visa-abu-dhabi\/#4_Submit_the_permit_and_contract_application\" >4. Submit the permit and contract application<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/lifestyle\/housemaid-visa-abu-dhabi\/#5_Complete_entry_or_status-change_procedures\" >5. Complete entry or status-change procedures<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/lifestyle\/housemaid-visa-abu-dhabi\/#6_Complete_medical_insurance_and_residence_steps\" >6. Complete medical, insurance and residence steps<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/lifestyle\/housemaid-visa-abu-dhabi\/#7_Check_the_approvals_before_work_begins\" >7. Check the approvals before work begins<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/lifestyle\/housemaid-visa-abu-dhabi\/#What_Should_the_Housemaid_Employment_Contract_Cover\" >What Should the Housemaid Employment Contract Cover?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/lifestyle\/housemaid-visa-abu-dhabi\/#Rules_for_Housemaid_Visa_in_UAE_Rights_and_Employer_Duties\" >Rules for Housemaid Visa in UAE: Rights and Employer Duties<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/lifestyle\/housemaid-visa-abu-dhabi\/#1_Rest_and_Leave\" >1.&nbsp;Rest and Leave<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/lifestyle\/housemaid-visa-abu-dhabi\/#2_Wages_and_Living_Conditions\" >2.&nbsp;Wages and Living Conditions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/lifestyle\/housemaid-visa-abu-dhabi\/#3_Work_for_Other_Households\" >3.&nbsp;Work for Other Households<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/lifestyle\/housemaid-visa-abu-dhabi\/#4_Insurance_and_Safety\" >4.&nbsp;Insurance and Safety<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/lifestyle\/housemaid-visa-abu-dhabi\/#How_Long_Is_a_Housemaid_Visa_Valid_and_How_Is_It_Renewed\" >How Long Is a Housemaid Visa Valid, and How Is It Renewed?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/lifestyle\/housemaid-visa-abu-dhabi\/#What_If_the_Worker_Changes_Employers_or_the_Contract_Ends\" >What If the Worker Changes Employers or the Contract Ends?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/lifestyle\/housemaid-visa-abu-dhabi\/#Mistakes_That_Delay_a_Housemaid_Visa_in_Abu_Dhabi\" >Mistakes That Delay a Housemaid Visa in Abu Dhabi<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/lifestyle\/housemaid-visa-abu-dhabi\/#Before_Sponsoring_a_Housemaid_in_Abu_Dhabi\" >Before Sponsoring a Housemaid in Abu Dhabi<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/lifestyle\/housemaid-visa-abu-dhabi\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/lifestyle\/housemaid-visa-abu-dhabi\/#How_much_does_a_maid_visa_cost_in_Abu_Dhabi\" >How much does a maid visa cost in Abu Dhabi?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/lifestyle\/housemaid-visa-abu-dhabi\/#How_to_get_a_maid_visa_in_the_UAE\" >How to get a maid visa in the UAE?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/lifestyle\/housemaid-visa-abu-dhabi\/#What_are_the_new_rules_for_housemaids_in_the_UAE\" >What are the new rules for housemaids in the UAE?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/lifestyle\/housemaid-visa-abu-dhabi\/#How_much_is_the_basic_salary_of_a_housemaid_in_the_UAE\" >How much is the basic salary of a housemaid in the UAE?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/lifestyle\/housemaid-visa-abu-dhabi\/#What_are_the_requirements_for_a_housemaid_contract_agreement_in_the_UAE\" >What are the requirements for a housemaid contract agreement in the UAE?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/lifestyle\/housemaid-visa-abu-dhabi\/#Can_I_apply_for_a_domestic_helper_visa_online\" >Can I apply for a domestic helper visa online?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/lifestyle\/housemaid-visa-abu-dhabi\/#Who_can_sponsor_a_maid_visa_in_the_UAE\" >Who can sponsor a maid visa in the UAE?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-37\" href=\"https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/lifestyle\/housemaid-visa-abu-dhabi\/#How_many_days_annual_leave_for_domestic_helper\" >How many days annual leave for domestic helper?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-38\" href=\"https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/lifestyle\/housemaid-visa-abu-dhabi\/#What_is_the_validity_period_of_a_domestic_helper_visa\" >What is the validity period of a domestic helper visa?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-39\" href=\"https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/lifestyle\/housemaid-visa-abu-dhabi\/#How_do_I_renew_my_domestic_helpers_work_permit\" >How do I renew my domestic helper&#8217;s work permit?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-40\" href=\"https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/lifestyle\/housemaid-visa-abu-dhabi\/#sources\" >sources<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 id=\"h-housemaid-visa-abu-dhabi-quick-answers\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Housemaid_Visa_Abu_Dhabi_Quick_Answers\"><\/span><strong>Housemaid Visa Abu Dhabi: Quick Answers<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Question<\/th><th>Answer<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Who handles the process?<\/td><td>MoHRE handles the domestic worker employment side, while ICP handles residence and Emirates ID procedures in Abu Dhabi.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Can an expat sponsor a housemaid?<\/td><td>Yes, subject to the current sponsor eligibility and income requirements.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>How long is the visa valid?<\/td><td>It depends on the sponsor category and the issued permit.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>How much does it cost?<\/td><td>Costs vary by sponsor type, duration and service route; check the current MoHRE and ICP fee breakdown below.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Can someone on another visa start household work immediately?<\/td><td>No. The appropriate work authorisation and residence status must be completed first.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-what-is-a-housemaid-visa-in-abu-dhabi\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_a_Housemaid_Visa_in_Abu_Dhabi\"><\/span>What Is a Housemaid Visa in Abu Dhabi?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Housemaid visa is the common term for the work permit and residence arrangements that allow a domestic worker to work in a household.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Two authorities handle the application in Abu Dhabi:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE): The domestic worker permit and employment contract.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP): Residence and the linked Emirates ID application. Its <a href=\"https:\/\/icp.gov.ae\/en\/services-details\/?serviceid=64afe3c1035448005bd52e64\"><u>residence service<\/u><\/a>\u00a0places domestic workers in the Domestic Workers Package and requires a MoHRE work permit.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The term maid visa Abu Dhabi usually refers to household employment. The worker\u2019s approved occupation and contract should match their actual duties, so agree on the role before applying or paying recruitment fees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-who-can-sponsor-a-housemaid-in-abu-dhabi\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_Can_Sponsor_a_Housemaid_in_Abu_Dhabi\"><\/span>Who Can Sponsor a Housemaid in Abu Dhabi?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Eligibility depends on the sponsor\u2019s status. UAE nationals, GCC nationals and expatriate residents may have different document requirements, permit durations and fees.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/who-can-sponsor-a-housemaid-in-abu-dhabi.webp\" alt=\"Who Can Sponsor a Housemaid in Abu Dhabi\" class=\"wp-image-8720\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Who Can Sponsor a Housemaid in Abu Dhabi<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-1-nbsp-requirements-for-an-expatriate-resident\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Requirements_for_an_Expatriate_Resident\"><\/span>1.&nbsp;Requirements for an Expatriate Resident<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mohre.gov.ae\/en\/services\/issuance-of-a-new-work-permit-domestic-workers-2022\"><u>MoHRE\u2019s domestic worker permit service<\/u><\/a>&nbsp;requires a valid UAE residence permit. For an employed expatriate sponsor, it calls for a recent salary certificate showing family income of at least AED 25,000 per month. Investors may need different income evidence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before applying, check that:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Your residence permit and Emirates ID are valid.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You have the income and accommodation documents required for your category.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Any existing domestic worker sponsorship has been accounted for.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The AED 25,000 threshold concerns the sponsor\u2019s eligibility. It is not the housemaid\u2019s salary. If accommodation evidence is requested, check that the address on your <a href=\"https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/property\/tenancy-contracts-in-uae\"><strong><u><strong>tenancy contract<\/strong><\/u><\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;matches your application details. Confirm any additional conditions for your circumstances with MoHRE or the licensed centre handling your application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-2-nbsp-requirements-for-the-domestic-worker\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Requirements_for_the_Domestic_Worker\"><\/span>2.&nbsp;Requirements for the Domestic Worker<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The worker must be at least 18 and meet the identity, medical and residence requirements for the approved occupation. UAE <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mohre.gov.ae\/en\/laws-and-regulations\/laws.aspx\"><u>domestic worker law<\/u><\/a>&nbsp;prohibits employing anyone under 18.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td>Worker\u2019s situation<\/td><td>What to check<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Outside the UAE<\/td><td>The entry procedure required before residence issuance.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Already employed in the UAE<\/td><td>Whether the existing contract and permit must be cancelled or transferred.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>In the UAE on another visa<\/td><td>Whether a status change is required; that visa alone does not authorise household work.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">ICP\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/icp.gov.ae\/en\/services-details\/?serviceid=64afe3c1035448005bd52e64&amp;\"><u>residence service<\/u><\/a>&nbsp;states that the worker\u2019s passport must be valid for at least six months. Other supporting documents depend on the application category.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-choose-the-right-sponsorship-route-before-applying\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Choose_the_Right_Sponsorship_Route_Before_Applying\"><\/span>Choose the Right Sponsorship Route Before Applying<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">First, establish who will legally employ the worker. If you find a prospective worker among <a href=\"https:\/\/shozon.com\/en\/uae\/jobs\/seekers\/cleaner-housekeeper\"><strong><u><strong>cleaner and housekeeper listings<\/strong><\/u><\/strong><\/a>, check their current permit status before choosing a sponsorship route. A licensed centre may recruit for your household or provide a service arrangement. The contract, rather than the package name, identifies each party\u2019s responsibilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td>What to check<\/td><td>Household sponsorship<\/td><td>Centre arrangement<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Legal employer<\/td><td>The household named in the approved contract.<\/td><td>Check the centre\u2019s employment and service agreements.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Application<\/td><td>The sponsor uses an official channel or an authorised service provider.<\/td><td>The centre handles the steps included in its package.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wages and insurance<\/td><td>The household meets its employer obligations.<\/td><td>The agreements must specify who pays and manages each item.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Total price<\/td><td>Official charges plus any separate recruitment or processing costs.<\/td><td>An itemised package price, including recurring charges and replacement terms.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">MoHRE lists its website and smart app as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mohre.gov.ae\/assets\/download\/8629ae47\/domestic-workers-employers-guide-en_638924949072877160.pdf.aspx\"><u>domestic worker application channels<\/u><\/a>. If using a centre, check its current authorisation for domestic worker services in Abu Dhabi on MoHRE\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mohre.gov.ae\/en\/services\/approved-services-centers\"><u>approved service centres list<\/u><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-questions-to-ask-a-centre-before-paying\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Questions_to_Ask_a_Centre_Before_Paying\"><\/span>Questions to Ask a Centre Before Paying<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Get written answers to three questions:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Who will be the worker\u2019s legal employer and sponsor?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What does the price include, and which charges recur at renewal? Check medical fitness, Emirates ID and health insurance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What happens if the worker is medically unfit or the placement ends early?<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Keep the itemised quotation and service agreement so you can compare the full cost and terms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-housemaid-visa-abu-dhabi-cost-how-much-should-you-budget\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Housemaid_Visa_Abu_Dhabi_Cost_How_Much_Should_You_Budget\"><\/span>Housemaid Visa Abu Dhabi Cost: How Much Should You Budget?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/housemaid-visa-abu-dhabi-cost-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"Housemaid Visa Abu Dhabi Cost\" class=\"wp-image-8721\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/housemaid-visa-abu-dhabi-cost-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/housemaid-visa-abu-dhabi-cost-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/housemaid-visa-abu-dhabi-cost-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/housemaid-visa-abu-dhabi-cost-1536x864.webp 1536w, https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/housemaid-visa-abu-dhabi-cost-2048x1152.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Housemaid Visa Abu Dhabi Cost<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The total <strong>housemaid visa Abu Dhabi cost<\/strong> varies according to the sponsor category, permit duration, the worker\u2019s current immigration status and whether recruitment or service-centre charges apply.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Quick answer:<\/strong> There is no single government fee that applies to every housemaid visa application in Abu Dhabi. As of September 2026, ICP and MoHRE publish separate charges for different stages and sponsor categories. Some charges apply only in specific circumstances, so they should not automatically be added together as a single \u201ctotal visa cost\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For an expatriate resident sponsoring a domestic worker outside Dubai, MoHRE currently lists <strong>AED 5,215 for the one-year Resident\/Employer category<\/strong>. Separate ICP charges may also apply depending on the residence transaction and the worker\u2019s status.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Fee<\/th><th>Current published amount<\/th><th>When it applies<\/th><th>Official source<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>MoHRE domestic worker permit \u2013 Resident\/Employer<\/td><td>AED 5,215 for one year<\/td><td>Expatriate Resident\/Employer category in emirates outside Dubai, including Abu Dhabi<\/td><td>MoHRE<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>ICP application fee<\/td><td>AED 100<\/td><td>When submitting the applicable residence application<\/td><td>ICP<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Residence permit issuance<\/td><td>AED 100 per year<\/td><td>For residence issuance<\/td><td>ICP<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Domestic worker recruitment guarantee for a foreign-resident sponsor<\/td><td>AED 5,000 per year<\/td><td>When applicable to a foreign-resident sponsor\/employer<\/td><td>ICP<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Financial security deposit fee<\/td><td>AED 20<\/td><td>When the relevant guarantee or deposit transaction applies<\/td><td>ICP<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Smart service fee<\/td><td>AED 100<\/td><td>For the applicable ICP smart service transaction<\/td><td>ICP<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Status adjustment<\/td><td>AED 500<\/td><td>Only when an in-country status adjustment is required<\/td><td>ICP<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Medical fitness<\/td><td>Varies<\/td><td>At the required medical examination stage<\/td><td>Approved medical provider<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Health insurance<\/td><td>Varies<\/td><td>Required according to the applicable insurance rules and policy<\/td><td>Approved insurer<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Recruitment or service-centre fees<\/td><td>Varies<\/td><td>If using a licensed recruitment or service provider<\/td><td>Licensed provider<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These figures should <strong>not be added together automatically<\/strong>. For example, the AED 500 status-adjustment charge applies only when a worker needs an in-country status change, while recruitment, medical, insurance and service-centre charges depend on the chosen route.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before paying, request an <strong>itemised quotation<\/strong> that separates:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>MoHRE permit and employment-contract charges<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>ICP residence and related government charges<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Emirates ID-related charges<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Medical fitness costs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Health insurance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Recruitment or service-centre fees<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Any refundable or recurring guarantees<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Charges that apply only to an in-country status change<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This makes it easier to compare the first-year cost with future renewal costs and avoids counting the same government or service charge twice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-a-first-year-budget-example\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_First-Year_Budget_Example\"><\/span>A First-Year Budget Example<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Assume an agreed wage of AED 2,500 per month. This is an illustration, not a legal minimum or market average.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td>Budget item<\/td><td>Calculation<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Annual wage<\/td><td>AED 2,500 \u00d7 12 = AED 30,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Permit, residence and Emirates ID<\/td><td>Add the applicable itemised charges<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Medical fitness and health insurance<\/td><td>Add the examination and policy prices<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Recruitment or centre services<\/td><td>Add only services you purchase<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Food and accommodation<\/td><td>Budget for the household\u2019s actual costs<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The annual wage already includes payment during paid leave; do not add the same wage twice. Budget separately if you plan to hire temporary cover during the worker\u2019s leave, and compare first-year and renewal-year quotes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Do not include recruitment charges as deductions from the worker\u2019s agreed wage. Check the licensed centre\u2019s written agreement for the fees payable by the household and the applicable refund terms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-documents-needed-for-a-housemaid-visa-application\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Documents_Needed_for_a_Housemaid_Visa_Application\"><\/span>Documents Needed for a Housemaid Visa Application<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Prepare the sponsor\u2019s and worker\u2019s documents separately before submitting the application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td>Sponsor<\/td><td>Domestic worker<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Passport, Emirates ID and valid residence details, where applicable<\/td><td>Passport and photograph<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Recent salary certificate or other accepted income evidence<\/td><td>Current UAE permit and residence details, if applicable<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Accommodation evidence, if requested<\/td><td>Previous contract or cancellation documents, if applicable<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Signed application and contract documents<\/td><td>Medical fitness result and health insurance details at the required stage<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The list varies depending on whether the worker is arriving from abroad or changing status in the UAE. Check names, passport numbers and dates of birth across all forms; errors after issuance may require a separate MoHRE permit amendment. Confirm whether any overseas document needs <a href=\"https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/lifestyle\/what-is-mofa-attestation\/\"><u><strong>MOFA attestation<\/strong><\/u><\/a>\u00a0for your application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-how-to-apply-for-a-housemaid-visa-in-abu-dhabi\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Apply_for_a_Housemaid_Visa_in_Abu_Dhabi\"><\/span>How to Apply for a Housemaid Visa in Abu Dhabi<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The steps depend on whether the worker is outside the UAE or already holds a permit or residence in the country.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/how-to-apply-for-a-housemaid-visa-in-abu-dhabi-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"How to Apply for a Housemaid Visa in Abu Dhabi\" class=\"wp-image-8722\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/how-to-apply-for-a-housemaid-visa-in-abu-dhabi-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/how-to-apply-for-a-housemaid-visa-in-abu-dhabi-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/how-to-apply-for-a-housemaid-visa-in-abu-dhabi-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/how-to-apply-for-a-housemaid-visa-in-abu-dhabi-1536x864.webp 1536w, https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/how-to-apply-for-a-housemaid-visa-in-abu-dhabi-2048x1152.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>How to Apply for a Housemaid Visa in Abu Dhabi<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-1-confirm-eligibility-and-the-worker-s-status\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Confirm_eligibility_and_the_workers_status\"><\/span>1. Confirm eligibility and the worker\u2019s status<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Check your sponsor category, income evidence and any existing domestic worker sponsorship. Establish whether the worker is abroad, employed in the UAE or present on another visa before starting a new application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-2-agree-on-the-employment-terms\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Agree_on_the_employment_terms\"><\/span>2. Agree on the employment terms<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Set out the worker\u2019s duties, wage, accommodation, rest and leave. The agreed role should match the occupation in the permit and contract.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-3-choose-an-application-channel\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Choose_an_application_channel\"><\/span>3. Choose an application channel<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">MoHRE\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mohre.gov.ae\/en\/services\/issuance-of-a-new-work-permit-domestic-workers-2022\"><u>domestic worker work permit service<\/u><\/a>&nbsp;covers applications for workers inside and outside the UAE. If you use a licensed centre, request an itemised quote separating official fees from recruitment and service charges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-4-submit-the-permit-and-contract-application\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Submit_the_permit_and_contract_application\"><\/span>4. Submit the permit and contract application<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Provide both parties\u2019 details and review the occupation, wage, contract period and working conditions before approval. The worker should be able to review the job offer and corresponding contract. MoHRE\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mohre.gov.ae\/assets\/download\/94ca6022\/Cabinet%20Decision%20No.%20106%20of%202022%20pertaining%20to%20the%20executive%20regulations%20of%20Federal%20Decree%20Law%20No.%209%20of%202022.pdf.aspx\"><u>implementing regulations<\/u><\/a>&nbsp;set out this obligation for recruitment offices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-5-complete-entry-or-status-change-procedures\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Complete_entry_or_status-change_procedures\"><\/span>5. Complete entry or status-change procedures<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Arrange the required entry permission for a worker abroad. For a worker already in the UAE, check whether an in-country status change applies. <a href=\"https:\/\/icp.gov.ae\/en\/services-details\/?serviceid=64afe3c1035448005bd52e64&amp;\"><u>ICP\u2019s residence service<\/u><\/a>&nbsp;lists AED 500 for a required status change; it is not a charge for every application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-6-complete-medical-insurance-and-residence-steps\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Complete_medical_insurance_and_residence_steps\"><\/span>6. Complete medical, insurance and residence steps<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Arrange medical fitness and health insurance at the required stages, then complete residence and the linked Emirates ID application through ICP\u2019s Domestic Workers Package. Keep the application references until both are issued.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-7-check-the-approvals-before-work-begins\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Check_the_approvals_before_work_begins\"><\/span>7. Check the approvals before work begins<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Verify the worker\u2019s name, occupation, sponsor and validity dates on the issued documents. Provide a copy of the contract and keep a clear record of wage payments. A submitted application alone does not authorise work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-what-should-the-housemaid-employment-contract-cover\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Should_the_Housemaid_Employment_Contract_Cover\"><\/span>What Should the Housemaid Employment Contract Cover?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The contract should record the terms both parties have agreed, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Role and workplace: The approved occupation, duties and accommodation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pay: The basic wage, any additional benefits, and when and how payment is made.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Time off: Daily and weekly rest, and annual leave.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Medical care: Insurance and the employer\u2019s responsibilities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Contract end: How notice, final payments and permit cancellation will be handled.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If a centre is involved, check its separate recruitment agreement and charges. Do not rely on a verbal arrangement that differs from the signed contract; changes to the role or wage may require an amendment to the approved documents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The term domestic worker visa uae can refer to different household occupations. The contract should identify the approved role and actual duties rather than treating a nanny, cook and housemaid as interchangeable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-rules-for-housemaid-visa-in-uae-rights-and-employer-duties\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rules_for_Housemaid_Visa_in_UAE_Rights_and_Employer_Duties\"><\/span>Rules for Housemaid Visa in UAE: Rights and Employer Duties<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Domestic workers are covered by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mohre.gov.ae\/assets\/download\/9388aa2c\/Federal%20Decree-Law%20No.%209%20of%202022%20Concerning%20Domestic%20Workers.pdf.aspx\"><u>Federal Decree-Law No. 9 of 2022<\/u><\/a>, its amendments and implementing regulations. These govern the employment contract, working conditions, transfers and disputes.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1536\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/rules-for-housemaid-visa-in-uae.webp\" alt=\"Rules for Housemaid Visa in UAE\" class=\"wp-image-8723\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/rules-for-housemaid-visa-in-uae.webp 1536w, https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/rules-for-housemaid-visa-in-uae-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/rules-for-housemaid-visa-in-uae-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/rules-for-housemaid-visa-in-uae-1024x683.webp 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1536px) 100vw, 1536px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Rules for Housemaid Visa in UAE<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-1-nbsp-rest-and-leave\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Rest_and_Leave\"><\/span>1.&nbsp;Rest and Leave<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A domestic worker is entitled to at least 12 hours of daily rest, including eight uninterrupted hours, and a weekly rest day. If the worker is required to work on that day, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mohre.gov.ae\/assets\/download\/94ca6022\/Cabinet%20Decision%20No.%20106%20of%202022%20pertaining%20to%20the%20executive%20regulations%20of%20Federal%20Decree%20Law%20No.%209%20of%202022.pdf.aspx\"><u>regulations<\/u><\/a>&nbsp;provide for an alternative day off or payment. The law also provides at least 30 days of paid annual leave per year of service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-2-nbsp-wages-and-living-conditions\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Wages_and_Living_Conditions\"><\/span>2.&nbsp;Wages and Living Conditions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pay the wage stated in the contract on time and keep a payment record. The employer must provide the required accommodation, food and medical care. The sponsor\u2019s income requirement is separate from the worker\u2019s contracted wage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-3-nbsp-work-for-other-households\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Work_for_Other_Households\"><\/span>3.&nbsp;Work for Other Households<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A domestic worker generally may work only for the employer or beneficiary named in the approved arrangement, subject to the exceptions in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mohre.gov.ae\/assets\/download\/94ca6022\/Cabinet%20Decision%20No.%20106%20of%202022%20pertaining%20to%20the%20executive%20regulations%20of%20Federal%20Decree%20Law%20No.%209%20of%202022.pdf.aspx\"><u>implementing regulations<\/u><\/a>. A household needing occasional help should use an authorised service arrangement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-4-nbsp-insurance-and-safety\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Insurance_and_Safety\"><\/span>4.&nbsp;Insurance and Safety<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Keep the worker\u2019s required health insurance valid. MoHRE states that the employer bears the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mohre.gov.ae\/en\/media-center\/awareness-and-guidance\/health-insurance-scheme.aspx\"><u>insurance cost<\/u><\/a>&nbsp;when issuing or renewing residence under the applicable scheme. The employer must also provide appropriate protection against hazards associated with the worker\u2019s duties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-how-long-is-a-housemaid-visa-valid-and-how-is-it-renewed\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Long_Is_a_Housemaid_Visa_Valid_and_How_Is_It_Renewed\"><\/span>How Long Is a Housemaid Visa Valid, and How Is It Renewed?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Check the dates on the issued work permit and residence. <a href=\"https:\/\/taqyeem.mohre.gov.ae\/ar\/our-services\/issuance-of-a-new-employment-contract-domestic-worker-2022.aspx\"><u>MoHRE lists one-year and two-year categories<\/u><\/a>&nbsp;for domestic worker transactions outside Dubai; the applicable duration depends on the sponsor and service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For renewal:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Check the permit, residence, Emirates ID and insurance expiry dates.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Confirm the sponsor still meets the eligibility requirements and review the contract terms.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Complete the required medical and insurance steps.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Renew the MoHRE documents, then the linked ICP residence and Emirates ID.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep the updated documents and receipts.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/icp.gov.ae\/en\/services-details\/?serviceid=64afe3c1035448005bd52e66&amp;\"><u>ICP requires<\/u><\/a>&nbsp;the original residence conditions to remain satisfied at renewal. Check the itemised charges for your application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When comparing maid visa uae renewal prices, use a quote for your sponsor category and Abu Dhabi application. Charges for a different emirate or sponsor may not apply.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1536\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/how-long-is-a-housemaid-visa-valid-and-how-is-it-renewed.webp\" alt=\"How Long Is a Housemaid Visa Valid, and How Is It Renewed\" class=\"wp-image-8724\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/how-long-is-a-housemaid-visa-valid-and-how-is-it-renewed.webp 1536w, https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/how-long-is-a-housemaid-visa-valid-and-how-is-it-renewed-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/how-long-is-a-housemaid-visa-valid-and-how-is-it-renewed-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/how-long-is-a-housemaid-visa-valid-and-how-is-it-renewed-1024x683.webp 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1536px) 100vw, 1536px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>How Long Is a Housemaid Visa Valid, and How Is It Renewed<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-what-if-the-worker-changes-employers-or-the-contract-ends\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_If_the_Worker_Changes_Employers_or_the_Contract_Ends\"><\/span>What If the Worker Changes Employers or the Contract Ends?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Leaving a household does not automatically cancel a work permit or residence. The parties must complete the applicable MoHRE and ICP procedures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mohre.gov.ae\/assets\/download\/9388aa2c\/Federal%20Decree-Law%20No.%209%20of%202022%20Concerning%20Domestic%20Workers.pdf.aspx\"><u>domestic worker law<\/u><\/a>&nbsp;permits a transfer when contractual conditions and the original employer\u2019s rights are addressed. If MoHRE requests a <a href=\"https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/lifestyle\/noc-letter-in-uae\/\"><strong><u><strong>no-objection letter<\/strong><\/u><\/strong><\/a><strong>&nbsp;<\/strong>for a particular transfer, confirm who must issue it; the letter does not replace the permit and residence procedures. The law also provides routes for a worker to leave in specified circumstances. Refer unresolved disputes to MoHRE rather than leaving the permit status unsettled.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Record the final working day, outstanding wages and leave, other applicable entitlements, and the cancellation or transfer transaction. Calculate any end-of-service amount under the domestic worker rules applicable to the case, not a formula for company employees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-mistakes-that-delay-a-housemaid-visa-in-abu-dhabi\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mistakes_That_Delay_a_Housemaid_Visa_in_Abu_Dhabi\"><\/span>Mistakes That Delay a Housemaid Visa in Abu Dhabi<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td>Mistake<\/td><td>What to do<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Applying while the worker has an active permit<\/td><td>Confirm whether cancellation or transfer is required first.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Entering the wrong wage, occupation or identity details<\/td><td>Review the application and contract with the worker before approval.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Using an unlicensed recruitment provider<\/td><td>Check the centre\u2019s current approval with MoHRE.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Treating an application receipt as permission to work<\/td><td>Wait until the required permit and status approvals are complete.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Keep the approval notices and issued documents for your records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-before-sponsoring-a-housemaid-in-abu-dhabi\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Before_Sponsoring_a_Housemaid_in_Abu_Dhabi\"><\/span>Before Sponsoring a Housemaid in Abu Dhabi<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/before-sponsoring-a-housemaid-in-abu-dhabi-1024x768.webp\" alt=\"Before Sponsoring a Housemaid in Abu Dhabi\" class=\"wp-image-8725\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/before-sponsoring-a-housemaid-in-abu-dhabi-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/before-sponsoring-a-housemaid-in-abu-dhabi-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/before-sponsoring-a-housemaid-in-abu-dhabi-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/shozon.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/before-sponsoring-a-housemaid-in-abu-dhabi.webp 1448w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Before Sponsoring a Housemaid in Abu Dhabi<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Confirm the legal employer, both parties\u2019 eligibility and the full first-year cost before applying. Review the contract together and follow the current MoHRE and ICP procedures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-frequently-asked-questions\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1790705586196\"><h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_does_a_maid_visa_cost_in_Abu_Dhabi\"><\/span>How much does a maid visa cost in Abu Dhabi?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The amount depends on the sponsor category and route; obtain an itemised quote covering MoHRE, ICP, medical, Emirates ID, insurance and any recruitment service.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1790705595105\"><h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_get_a_maid_visa_in_the_UAE\"><\/span>How to get a maid visa in the UAE?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Confirm sponsor eligibility and the worker\u2019s status, agree on the contract, obtain the domestic worker permit, then complete entry or status, medical, insurance and residence steps.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1790705603502\"><h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_new_rules_for_housemaids_in_the_UAE\"><\/span>What are the new rules for housemaids in the UAE?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The applicable domestic worker rules cover the approved contract, wages, daily and weekly rest, annual leave and living conditions. Check MoHRE for any amendments before applying.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1790705610271\"><h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_is_the_basic_salary_of_a_housemaid_in_the_UAE\"><\/span>How much is the basic salary of a housemaid in the UAE?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">There is no single salary amount that applies to every housemaid; check the wage agreed in the approved contract and any conditions relevant to the recruitment arrangement.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1790705739802\"><h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_requirements_for_a_housemaid_contract_agreement_in_the_UAE\"><\/span>What are the requirements for a housemaid contract agreement in the UAE?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The approved contract should accurately identify both parties and the occupation, wage, duties, employment period and applicable working and living conditions.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1790705748430\"><h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_apply_for_a_domestic_helper_visa_online\"><\/span>Can I apply for a domestic helper visa online?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">MoHRE provides online domestic worker services, while ICP provides digital residence services; the available route depends on the application and sponsor category.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1790705749119\"><h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_can_sponsor_a_maid_visa_in_the_UAE\"><\/span>Who can sponsor a maid visa in the UAE?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Eligible UAE nationals, GCC nationals and expatriate residents may apply under their respective conditions; expatriates should check MoHRE\u2019s income and residence requirements.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1790705759222\"><h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_many_days_annual_leave_for_domestic_helper\"><\/span>How many days annual leave for domestic helper?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">A domestic worker is entitled to at least 30 days of paid annual leave for each year of service under the domestic worker law.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1790705771006\"><h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_validity_period_of_a_domestic_helper_visa\"><\/span>What is the validity period of a domestic helper visa?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Validity depends on the issued permit and sponsor category; check the dates on the work permit and residence rather than assuming every visa lasts one year.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1790705771694\"><h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_renew_my_domestic_helpers_work_permit\"><\/span>How do I renew my domestic helper&#8217;s work permit?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Review eligibility and the contract, complete the required medical and insurance steps, renew through the relevant MoHRE service, then complete ICP residence and Emirates ID renewal.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-sources\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"sources\"><\/span><strong>sources<\/strong> <strong><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mohre.gov.ae\/en\/services\/issuance-of-a-new-work-permit-domestic-workers-2022\"><u>MoHRE: Issuance of a New Work Permit \u2013 Domestic Workers<\/u><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mohre.gov.ae\/en\/services\/approved-services-centers\/domestic-workers-services-centers\"><u>MoHRE: Approved Domestic Workers Services Centres<\/u><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/icp.gov.ae\/en\/services-details\/?serviceid=64afe3c1035448005bd52e64&amp;\"><u>ICP: Issuing Residency Permit<\/u><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/icp.gov.ae\/en\/services-details\/?serviceid=64afe3c1035448005bd52e66&amp;\"><u>ICP: Renewal of Residency Permits<\/u><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mohre.gov.ae\/en\/laws-and-regulations\/laws.aspx\"><u>MoHRE: Domestic Workers Law and Implementing Regulations<\/u><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Housemaid visa Abu Dhabi&nbsp;applications depend on whether the household or a licensed centre legally employs the worker. 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