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Maid in Abu Dhabi: live-in and live-out
Last updated: November 2026
You can hire a maid in Abu Dhabi directly: browse housemaid profiles, call the ones you like, interview them and sponsor or transfer the domestic worker visa. Find Nanny and Maid shows every CV and phone number for a one-time AED 199 to 299, with no agency fee.
Key facts for 2026
- Access: AED 199 (1 month), AED 249 (2 months), AED 299 (3 months), paid once.
- Live-in maid: lives with you, you provide a private room and food.
- Live-out maid: arranges her own housing, so she should already live in Abu Dhabi, for example in Mussafah, Al Khalidiyah or Mohammed Bin Zayed City.
- Visa: full-time maids need a UAE domestic worker visa under your sponsorship or a licensed provider.
Live-in or live-out in Abu Dhabi?
Live-in suits villas in Khalifa City, Yas or Saadiyat with a maid's room. Live-out suits apartments on Al Reem or in the city where there is no spare room. A live-out maid commuting from Dubai is not realistic, so check where she lives in the first call. Our live-in or live-out guide compares costs.
How to hire a maid in Abu Dhabi
- Filter profiles by live-in or live-out, nationality and cooking skills.
- Join from AED 199 to see phone numbers and full CVs.
- Call, check her visa status and a previous employer reference.
- Interview at home, agree salary and duties in writing, then complete the visa steps in our visa guide.
Frequently asked questions
Can I hire a live-out maid in Abu Dhabi?
Yes. Choose a candidate who already lives in Abu Dhabi and who is legally allowed to work for you, either on your sponsorship or through a licensed provider.
How much is a maid in Abu Dhabi?
Full-time housemaids usually earn about AED 1,500 to 3,500 a month depending on experience and nationality, plus visa, insurance and flights.
Is this an agency?
No. It is a database where you contact maids directly. You pay a one-time membership from AED 199 instead of a placement fee.
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