Maid Salary in Kuwait 2026: Complete Guide by Nationality & Role
This guide covers domestic worker salaries in Kuwait for 2026, broken down by nationality and role, with PAM minimum rates and practical market expectations.
PAM Minimum Salary Requirement
The Public Authority for Manpower (PAM) requires a minimum salary of KD 120–150 per month depending on the worker's role and nationality. Paying below this minimum is a labor violation.
Kuwait Maid Salary by Nationality 2026
Filipino Maid Salary in Kuwait
| Role | Monthly (KD) |
|---|
| Housemaid | 100 – 140 KD |
| Nanny | 120 – 160 KD |
| Cook | 130 – 180 KD |
Indian Maid Salary in Kuwait
| Role | Monthly (KD) |
|---|
| Housemaid | 70 – 110 KD |
| Cook | 90 – 140 KD |
| Driver | 100 – 160 KD |
Ethiopian Maid Salary in Kuwait
| Role | Monthly (KD) |
|---|
| Housemaid | 60 – 90 KD |
| Nanny | 70 – 100 KD |
Indonesian Maid Salary in Kuwait
| Role | Monthly (KD) |
|---|
| Housemaid | 80 – 120 KD |
| Nanny | 100 – 140 KD |
Kuwait Maid Salary by Role
| Role | Monthly Range (KD) |
|---|
| Full-Time Housemaid | 60 – 120 KD |
| Nanny / Babysitter | 80 – 150 KD |
| Cook / Chef | 90 – 160 KD |
| Personal Driver | 100 – 180 KD |
| Elderly Caregiver | 90 – 160 KD |
Last updated: March 26, 2026.
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