Saudi Arabia•AsiaDomestic Worker Visa (Maid/Helper)
At a Glance
Processing Time
14-28 days
Application Fee
500 SAR
Stay Duration
2 years
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Not Specified
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Employment visa for domestic workers (housemaids, nannies, drivers) employed by Saudi families. Sponsor must meet income requirements and provide notarized employment contract.
The Domestic Worker Visa allows Saudi families and residents to hire household staff including maids, nannies, and drivers. The employer must meet minimum income requirements and the contract must be properly notarized.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Savings
3,000 EUR
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Current passport
Medical examination
Health tests from approved clinic
Sponsor Documents
Saudi ID or Iqama
Employer identification
Employment contract
Bilingual (Arabic/English) notarized contract
Salary verification
Proof of minimum monthly income
Marital status certificate
For male sponsors (must be married)
Security deposit
SAR 2,000-5,000 refundable deposit
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Advantages
- Legal domestic employment pathway
- Automated processing through Musaned
- Clear employment terms in contract
- Renewable as needed
Considerations
- Employer income requirements
- Strict contract requirements
- Notarization process can be lengthy
- Male sponsors must be married
- Security deposit may be required
Application Process
Meet employer eligibility
Employer must be Saudi or valid resident with minimum salary
Draft employment contract
Prepare contract in Arabic and English
Notarize contract
Get contract certified by notary public and Saudi embassy
Submit through Musaned
Apply via Ministry of Human Resources portal
Provide worker documents
Submit passport and medical results
Visa issuance
Approved through automated electronic system
Application Forms
Domestic Worker Visa Request
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