Domestic Worker Visa UAE
Domestic Worker Visa UAE support from Al Hadaf Al Masi is designed for UAE residents, businesses and families who want the correct route, documents, current fees and next steps before applying. We review the profile and clarify the official process without promising approval.
Domestic Worker Visa UAE – Overview
Domestic Worker Visa UAE allows an eligible UAE national, resident or investor to sponsor a domestic worker such as a housemaid, nanny or driver, subject to the applicable domestic-worker rules. The process is linked between MOHRE and the immigration authority. It includes the domestic-worker employment contract/work-permit stage and the residence-permit process. Fees differ significantly depending on whether the sponsor is a UAE/GCC national, resident or investor.
Quick Service Information
| Information | Details |
| Service | Domestic Worker Sponsorship |
| Authorities | MOHRE + ICP/GDRFA depending on emirate |
| Typical Roles | Housemaid, nanny, driver and other approved domestic-worker occupations |
| MOHRE Dubai Fee – Resident Employer | AED 5,335.75 on current MOHRE contract service page, excluding tax/collection charges |
| MOHRE Dubai Fee – Investor Employer | AED 5,385.75 on current MOHRE contract service page, excluding tax/collection charges |
| Residence Fees | Separate immigration charges apply |
| Typical MOHRE Service Time | 1 working day for the employment-contract service |
| Al Hadaf Service Fee | Quote case by case |
Government fees, programme rules, visa policies and processing times can change. Recheck the official source immediately before submission.
Documents / Information Required
- Sponsor passport
- Sponsor Emirates ID
- Valid UAE residence permit for resident/investor sponsor
- Domestic worker passport
- Recent colour photo
- Medical fitness result where required
- Signed domestic-worker employment contract
- Entry permit / status documents depending on stage
- Health insurance and residence supporting documents where required
Government / Programme Fees
| Fee Area | Current Official Position |
| MOHRE Dubai – resident employer | AED 5,335.75, excluding tax and collection charges |
| MOHRE Dubai – investor employer | AED 5,385.75, excluding tax and collection charges |
| MOHRE Dubai – UAE/GCC/diplomatic employer | AED 385.75 for the stated 2-year contract service |
| ICP residence application | AED 100 application + AED 100 per year residence + AED 100 smart-service fee on the relevant federal service |
| Domestic-worker financial guarantee for foreign resident | ICP lists AED 5,000 per year in the relevant residence service |
| Status adjustment | AED 500 where applicable |
| Al Hadaf professional fee | Quote case by case |
Processing Time
MOHRE currently lists one working day for the domestic-worker employment-contract service when the file is complete. The total sponsorship process takes longer because immigration residence, medical, insurance, Emirates ID and entry/status steps may also be required.
How the Process Works
- Confirm sponsor eligibility and domestic-worker category.
- Prepare sponsor and worker identity documents.
- Complete the MOHRE domestic-worker employment contract / permit process.
- Complete entry or status procedures as applicable.
- Complete medical fitness, insurance and Emirates ID requirements.
- Issue the residence permit through the applicable immigration authority and verify final validity.
How Al Hadaf Al Masi Can Help
- Initial profile and route review
- Tailored document checklist
- Current official fee and requirement check
- Application / file preparation support
- Coordination with authorised authority, VFS, tourism establishment or agent where required
- Follow-up without approval guarantees
Why Choose Al Hadaf Al Masi?
- UAE experience since 2008
- UAE-resident focused support
- Profile-based document preparation
- Clear separation of government/programme and professional fees
- No visa, citizenship or investment-result guarantees
Important Disclaimer
Al Hadaf Al Masi provides independent professional assistance and coordination. Final visa, residence or citizenship decisions are made by the relevant government authority. Investment migration requires regulated legal/authorised channels. Visa-free access, programme rules and investment thresholds can change.
Need Help With This Service?
Send us your nationality, UAE residence status, family profile and intended route. Al Hadaf Al Masi can review the case and prepare a tailored checklist and next-step plan.
