Who Can Apply

Most families in Dubai can easily qualify to sponsor a maid. The main requirements are simple:

• You must be a UAE resident.
  
  

• You live with your family (bachelors can’t apply).
  
  

• You meet the income level set by authorities.
  
  

• Your maid is from an approved country such as the Philippines, India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, or Nepal.
  
  

That’s really it. Once those points are checked, you can start the visa process.

Before You Start

Here’s the part where preparation saves you time. Gather all your documents early. You’ll need:

• Your passport and Emirates ID copies
  
  

• The maid’s passport and photo
  
  

• A signed contract between you and your maid
  
  

• Your tenancy contract and DEWA bill (to show housing)
  
  

• Your salary certificate or job contract
  
  

• The maid’s medical test results after arrival
  
  

Keep everything in one folder — it’ll make things a lot easier later.

How the Process Works

1. Entry Permit – You’ll start by applying for an entry permit at an Amer Center or through the GDRFA website. Once approved, your maid can legally enter the UAE.
   
   

2. Medical Test & Emirates ID – When she arrives, she’ll need to take a quick medical test and apply for her Emirates ID. These are standard steps for all domestic workers.
   
   

3. Health Insurance – As her sponsor, you must provide basic health insurance. It’s a legal requirement and helps protect her well-being.
   
   

4. Visa Stamping – After that, you’ll submit all the documents for visa stamping. This is the final step that makes her officially part of your household as a legal resident.
   
   

If you’ve got your documents ready, the whole process doesn’t take long at all.

Renewal and Cancellation

A maid visa usually lasts one or two years, depending on the maid’s nationality and your contract. Renewing it is easy — you just repeat the same steps before it expires.

If your maid decides to go home or you no longer need full-time help, you’ll need to cancel her visa properly. It’s a straightforward process that keeps your sponsorship record clean.

Why Working With an Agency Helps

Technically, you can do all of this yourself. But if you’ve ever dealt with multiple offices, forms, and typing centers, you know it takes time — and patience.

That’s why most families in Dubai prefer to go through a licensed agency like HomeCareMaids. Here’s what we do for you:

• Handle all the paperwork and applications.
  
  

• Arrange the maid’s medical and Emirates ID appointments.
  
  

• Organize health insurance and renewals.
  
  

• Guide you through every step, from start to finish.
  
  

We’ve helped hundreds of Dubai families through this process. It’s faster, smoother, and stress-free when professionals handle it.

Final Thoughts

Getting a maid visa in Dubai isn’t complicated. It just feels that way until you understand the steps. Once it’s done, you’ll have complete peace of mind — knowing your maid is working legally, safely, and with all the right protections.

And if you’d rather skip the paperwork altogether, HomeCareMaids can take care of it for you. We make the process simple, legal, and worry-free — so you can focus on your home and family.

Need help with your maid visa in Dubai? Contact HomeCareMaids today. We’ll handle the details while you enjoy the difference a little help can make.