Home Cleaning Specialist

As per the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation, the minimum wage for cleaning staff in United Arab Emirates is AED 1,800 per month as of 1 January 2026 for workers under standard service contracts. Overtime must be paid at 1.25 times the hourly rate for hours exceeding 8 per day.

As per the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation, cleaning staff require a valid work permit issued through the MOHRE portal before entry, followed by a residence visa stamped within 60 days of arrival. Employers must sponsor the visa and pay the AED 3,000 refundable deposit for non-Emirati workers.

As per the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation, applicants for cleaning staff positions must be at least 21 years old with no formal education requirement but at least 6 months prior experience in similar roles. Medical fitness certificate from an approved UAE centre is mandatory before contract signing.

As per the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation, required documents include a valid passport, attested educational or experience certificates, passport-size photos, and a police clearance certificate issued within the last 3 months. All documents must be uploaded via the MOHRE e-services portal before the work permit is issued.