Household staff

Household staff

Yes, we can. However, the temporary maid must be sponsored by a professional agency.

Yes. You must ensure all members of your household staff are sponsored by you or that they are hired through a professional agency. According to local law, a person can only work for you as a maid or another household staff member, if he/she is sponsored by you OR if you hire the services of an individual through a reputable agency. You cannot employ a person on someone else’s sponsorship, even if they obtain a NOC from their sponsor. This is illegal and you could be fined up to AED 100,000 by the local authorities.

Please complete the Household Staff Registration Form and submit it to the community security at Arabian Ranches 2, level 1, Arabian Souk.

No. Gardeners working in the common area may not work inside private villas. You may directly contact any authorised landscaping maintenance service provider in good standing and with a valid entry permit to work in The Valley.

Your husband does not need to be issued with an Entry Permit pass as he is considered a guest of the resident. Please note: maids’ husbands are not allowed to work inside the community.

No. You do not need to obtain an entry permit to enter other communities as you are considered a visitor. However, please note that you must carry with your identity card issued by your community at all times when you are out.

Yes. Your employer (the resident) is required to provide the following documents while applying for your husband’s entry permit

  • Two passport-sized photographs
  • A copy of his valid passport and visa page
  • A copy of a valid labour card. Please note: maids’ husbands are not allowed to work inside the community.

No, entry permits will only be issued for maids under the sponsorship of unit owners or tenants. As per local law, a person can only work for you as a maid or another household staff member, if he/she is sponsored by you OR if you hire the services of an individual through a reputable agency. You cannot employ a person on someone else’s sponsorship, even if they obtain a NOC from their sponsor. This is illegal and you could face fines from the local authorities.