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Maid sponsoring costs - please someone help!

ronel144475

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EW NEWBIE

Latest post on 22 September 2011 - 15:21

Hallo everybody, we've decided to get a fulltime, live-in maid. We haven't found someone yet, but I need to give my husband a rundown of the money involved. I've read somewhere that there is a 5000 AED deposit necessary? And then you have to pay for her medical card as well. Please can someone give me some clarity? There is so much conflicting info out there, I don't know who to believe!!!!:\:

Farina76

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EW NEWBIE

Latest post on 05 October 2011 - 13:12

Hi everyone I would like some more infos about hiring a full time maid. Is it possible to get one without having to incur these exorbitant agency fees? I would also like to know what is the average monthly salary for a maid? Tx

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Flower3344160

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EW NEWBIE

Latest post on 25 September 2011 - 23:07

Hi ladies, Just spoke today to one agency and here are the details. Total: 46,800/- Dhs for 2 year contract breakdown: 9500 Agency fees 14400 (7200 x 2 year) government fees, non refundable 200 urgent visa (100 for non urgent) 1500 for a health card and Daman basic insurance 2000 return ticket upon the end of contract. 19200 (800 x 24 months) 800 Dhs salary rate is by agency, but if you wish to pay more then it is up to you. <em>edited by Flower33 on 25/09/2011</em>

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ronel144475

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Latest post on 22 September 2011 - 16:05

tx busybee2! It's really expensive!

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busybee2559

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Latest post on 22 September 2011 - 15:51

in all the nearly 15 years i have never had a maid so havent gone through the process, but its not cheap. yes 5k deposit, equivalent to x 12 salary per year (each nationality there is a minimum salary required), if you sponsor someone you are responsible for their health care, you are responsible to provide accommodation/food etc too.

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