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Domestic Worker Residence Visa
United Arab EmiratesUnited Arab Emirates•Asia
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Domestic Worker Residence Visa

Residency Pathway

At a Glance

Processing Time

2 weeks – 2 months

Estimated Cost

Not confirmed

AED 5,000 to AED 17,000
Stay Duration

2 years

Renewable

Renewal

Renewable

Family

Not specified

PR Pathway

None

Sponsor

Job offer required

Work

Remote not required

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Living in United Arab Emirates

Cost of Living
20% cheaper than United States
Avg SalaryAED 126,000
Quality of Life
169/200
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Overview

A residence visa for household staff (e.g., maids, nannies, drivers) sponsored by a UAE resident or citizen.

This visa category allows UAE residents and citizens to sponsor domestic staff for household employment. It requires the sponsor to meet specific financial thresholds and the worker to pass health screenings. The visa is valid for two years and is renewable upon meeting ongoing requirements.

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant2 years

Conversion Paths

Visas you can typically switch to from this status.

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Validity2 years
Processing2 days
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Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Sponsor must have valid UAE residence visa

Sponsor minimum monthly income of AED 25,000

Worker age 18–60

Medical fitness test

KEY CRITERIA

Min. Income

300,000 AED/yr

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Sponsor's Emirates ID

Salary certificate

Tenancy contract

Worker's passport and photos

Signed employment contract

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

  • Long-term residency
  • Renewable

Worth Knowing

  • High financial requirements for sponsor
  • Strict medical requirements
  • Sponsor income below threshold
  • Failed medical fitness test

Application Process

1

Sponsor applies for entry permit

2

Worker enters UAE

3

Medical fitness test

4

Emirates ID application

5

Residence visa stamping

Application Forms

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