Maid Salary Calculator UAE: What You Will Actually Pay (2026)
Introduction
Before hiring a maid in UAE, understand the complete cost including Tadbeer fees, salary (1,200-1,800 AED), and all expenses. Updated 2026 figures.
Tadbeer Fee Models (Choose One)
Model 1: Office Sponsorship
- One-time cost: 8,000 - 10,000 AED
- Plus monthly salary: 1,200 - 1,800 AED
Model 2: Monthly Package
- Monthly cost: 2,500 - 2,700 AED (months 1-6)
- Monthly cost: 2,200 AED (after 6 months)
- Includes: Salary + all fees
Model 3: Direct Hire (Under Office Name)
- Ethiopian: 3,500 - 4,500 AED (one-time)
- Filipino: 10,000 - 11,000 AED (one-time)
- Plus monthly salary: 1,200 - 1,800 AED
Monthly Breakdown
- Base Salary: 1,200 - 1,800 AED
- Food Allowance: 300 - 500 AED
- Transportation: 100 - 200 AED
- Total Monthly: 1,600 - 2,500 AED
Annual Cost Comparison
| Model | Year 1 Cost | Year 2+ Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Office Sponsorship | 24,200 - 31,000 AED | 16,200 - 21,000 AED |
| Monthly Package | 30,000 - 32,400 AED | 26,400 - 30,000 AED |
| Direct Hire (Ethiopian) | 20,900 - 27,500 AED | 16,200 - 21,000 AED |
| Direct Hire (Filipino) | 27,400 - 34,100 AED | 16,200 - 21,000 AED |