Maid Visa Eligibility in the UAE: What Most Information Gets Wrong
When searching online, you may find eligibility requirements such as minimum salary thresholds, tenancy contracts (Ejari), family size, or profession restrictions. These conditions generally apply to direct sponsorship maid visa, where the individual personally sponsors the domestic worker.
These requirements are not always applicable when applying through a licensed Tadbeer center like Excellence center, where the maid is sponsored under an approved Tadbeer visa framework.
Direct Sponsorship vs Tadbeer-Sponsored Maid Visa
Housemaid visa requirements in Dubai vary depending on whether the domestic worker is under your direct sponsorship or sponsored through a Tadbeer center.
Direct Sponsorship (Traditional Model)
- Minimum salary requirements (often AED 25,000+)
- Ejari / tenancy contract usually required
- Family size and marital status restrictions
- Profession-based eligibility in some cases
- Higher rejection and delay risk
Tadbeer-Sponsored Maid Visa (Licensed Centers)
- No salary certificate required in most cases
- No Ejari or accommodation documents required
- Eligibility assessed by Tadbeer under MOHRE rules
- Suitable for both UAE nationals and expatriates
- Faster, compliant, and professionally managed
Want to understand timelines? View maid visa processing time in Dubai .
Who Can Apply for a Maid Visa Through Tadbeer?
- UAE nationals and UAE residents with a valid Emirates ID
- Families with a legitimate household need for domestic help
- Sponsors who meet Tadbeer eligibility criteria at the time of application
- Applicants seeking a compliant alternative to direct sponsorship
- Visitors holding a valid UAE visit visa may also hire a maid on a monthly basis through Tadbeer, under Tadbeer sponsorship, with a fully legal contract and no direct sponsorship or complex paperwork required
Eligibility is reviewed by the Tadbeer center before submission to ensure compliance with MOHRE regulations and avoid unnecessary delays.
Before applying, review the documents required for a maid visa .
You May Qualify for a Maid Visa Without Salary or Ejari
Through a licensed Tadbeer center, many sponsors can apply for a maid visa without meeting traditional salary, tenancy, or profession requirements. Our team will review your case and confirm eligibility before submission.