Dubai Nanny Visa 2026: Cost, Requirements & Timeline

To sponsor a nanny in Dubai in 2026, confirm you meet the income and housing rules, gather sponsor and nanny documents, apply for an entry permit (if she is abroad), complete medicals and Emirates ID within 30 days, stamp the residence visa, buy mandatory health insurance, then sign a MOHRE domestic-worker contract. Expect roughly 1–3 weeks and AED 8,000–12,000 all-in.

Step 1: Check Eligibility to Sponsor

Before starting, make sure your household meets the UAE's minimum requirements:

Salary threshold: The sponsoring parent must earn the minimum income set by the government (commonly AED 6,000–10,000 depending on family size).
Accommodation: The family must provide suitable housing for the nanny.
Marital status: Typically, only married couples or female heads of households with dependents can sponsor a nanny.

For the sponsor (employer):

Valid Emirates ID
Passport copy + UAE residence visa page
Ejari (tenancy contract)
Salary certificate or labor contract

For the nanny (employee):

Valid passport (6+ months validity)
Passport-sized photos (white background)
Entry permit (if entering the UAE)
Medical fitness test results (after arrival)

Step 3: Apply for an Entry Permit (if nanny is abroad)

If your nanny is outside the UAE, you have two options:

Option A: Direct Application

Submit the entry permit application via ICP (Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship) or Amer service centers.
Pay the entry permit fee (approx. AED 500–700).
Once approved, the nanny can enter Dubai legally for employment.

Option B: Use a Visa Partner Service

For families who prefer professional assistance, WeNanny partners with Maids-CC to provide comprehensive visa processing services:

Complete visa processing from application to approval
Document preparation and submission assistance
Timeline management and status updates
Expert guidance throughout the entire process

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If the nanny is already in the UAE, you can proceed directly to visa status change.

Step 4: Medical Fitness Test & Emirates ID Application

Within 30 days of entry, the nanny must:

Complete a medical fitness test (AED 300–400).
Apply for an Emirates ID (biometrics required).

These are mandatory steps for all residence visas.

Step 5: Residency Visa Stamping

Submit the nanny's documents through ICP or Amer centers for final residence visa stamping.

Visa validity: typically 1–2 years, renewable.
Cost: AED 3,500–5,000 (excluding deposits and insurance).

After approval, the nanny's passport will be stamped with the residence visa.

Step 6: Secure Mandatory Insurance

Sponsors must provide health insurance for the nanny.

Basic plans start from AED 600/year.
Comprehensive coverage may cost AED 2,000–3,000/year.

Failure to provide insurance can result in fines.

Step 7: Finalize Labor Contract

Families must sign a standardized MOHRE domestic worker contract, which includes:

Monthly salary
Duties and working hours
Leave entitlements
End-of-service benefits

A copy should be kept by both the family and the nanny.

🔗 MOHRE – Domestic Worker Regulations

Average Processing Time & Costs

Processing time: 1–3 weeks (depending on document readiness).
Total cost range: AED 8,000–12,000 (visa, insurance, deposits, medicals, flights).

Professional Visa Services

For families who want to avoid the complexity and ensure compliance, WeNanny's Maids-CC partnership offers:

All-inclusive visa processing with transparent pricing
Faster processing times through established relationships
Compliance guarantee and ongoing support
Stress-free experience for busy families

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Common Mistakes to Avoid

Delaying the medical test (must be done within 30 days).
Withholding the nanny's passport (illegal under UAE law).
Not providing health insurance (mandatory requirement).
Hiring part-time nannies directly without going through agencies (not permitted).

Renewal & Cancellation

Renewals must be processed before visa expiry to avoid fines.
Cancellation is required if the nanny leaves the country permanently or changes employers.

Families should also provide a return flight ticket as part of end-of-service entitlements.

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