Maid Salary in Oman 2026: Complete Guide by Nationality & Role
This guide breaks down domestic worker salaries in Oman for 2026 — by nationality and role — plus the full cost of hiring beyond salary, what affects pay, and the legal basics under the Ministry of Labour.
How Maid Salaries Work in Oman
Domestic workers in Oman (housemaids, nannies, cooks, drivers and caregivers) are sponsored through a licensed recruitment office and governed by the Ministry of Labour. Pay depends on:
- Nationality and the home-country minimum (the Philippines is the highest).
- Role, experience and skills (driving, childcare, cooking).
- Language (English/Arabic).
- Live-in vs part-time.
Entry-level housemaids start around OMR 55–60 per month; the rate rises with experience, role and nationality. Oman is extending wage-protection rules to domestic workers, so always keep payment records.
Oman Maid Salary by Nationality 2026
Typical 2026 market ranges per month.
Filipino
| Role | Monthly (OMR) |
|---|---|
| Housemaid | 90 – 130 OMR |
| Nanny | 110 – 150 OMR |
| Cook | 120 – 170 OMR |
Indian
| Role | Monthly (OMR) |
|---|---|
| Housemaid | 60 – 100 OMR |
| Cook | 70 – 120 OMR |
| Driver | 90 – 150 OMR |
Sri Lankan
| Role | Monthly (OMR) |
|---|---|
| Housemaid | 60 – 100 OMR |
| Nanny | 80 – 120 OMR |
Ethiopian
| Role | Monthly (OMR) |
|---|---|
| Housemaid | 55 – 85 OMR |
| Helper | 50 – 80 OMR |
Indonesian
| Role | Monthly (OMR) |
|---|---|
| Housemaid | 70 – 110 OMR |
| Nanny | 90 – 130 OMR |
Nepali, Bangladeshi & African
| Nationality | Housemaid (OMR/month) |
|---|---|
| Nepali | 60 – 95 OMR |
| Bangladeshi | 55 – 85 OMR |
| Kenyan / Ugandan | 55 – 85 OMR |
Oman Maid Salary by Role
| Role | Range (OMR/month) |
|---|---|
| Housemaid | 55 – 110 OMR |
| Nanny | 80 – 150 OMR |
| Cook | 80 – 160 OMR |
| Driver | 90 – 170 OMR |
| Caregiver | 80 – 150 OMR |
A worker who covers two roles (e.g. cooking and housekeeping) usually earns toward the higher end.
What Affects a Maid's Salary in Oman
- Nationality & embassy minimum — Filipino workers are the highest paid; African nationalities are usually the most affordable.
- Experience & references — verifiable Gulf experience commands more.
- Skills — cooking, childcare, elderly care and driving raise the rate.
- Language — English or Arabic adds value.
- Live-in vs part-time — live-in is a fixed monthly salary.
Total Cost to Hire a Maid in Oman (Beyond Salary)
For a new recruitment from abroad, budget approximately — figures vary by office and nationality, so confirm the all-in price in writing:
| Item | Approx. cost (OMR) |
|---|---|
| Recruitment office fee | 250 – 700 |
| Visa & residency | 100 – 250 |
| Medical test & insurance | 30 – 80 |
| Flight (one-way) | 60 – 150 |
| First-year total (excl. salary) | ~450 – 1,100 |
On top of the salary, the employer provides food, accommodation and medical care. Transferring a worker already in Oman (release + new sponsorship) is usually cheaper and faster than recruiting from abroad.
How Salaries Are Paid — and the Legal Basics
- Salary is the agreed monthly wage under the Ministry of Labour contract; pay on time and keep records.
- The worker is entitled to a weekly day of rest, paid annual leave and end-of-service benefits.
- The employer provides food, accommodation and medical care.
- Do not hold the worker's passport.
- Wage or contract disputes can be raised with the Ministry of Labour.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a maid's salary in Oman in 2026?
A Filipino housemaid earns about OMR 90–130 per month, Indian OMR 60–100, Sri Lankan OMR 60–100, Ethiopian OMR 55–85 and Indonesian OMR 70–110. Cooks, drivers and caregivers earn more.
What is the minimum maid salary in Oman?
Entry-level housemaids start around OMR 55–60 per month; the rate rises with experience, role and nationality.
How must the domestic worker's salary be paid in Oman?
As the agreed monthly wage under the Ministry of Labour contract. Keep payment records, as Oman is extending wage-protection rules to domestic workers.
How much does it cost to hire a maid in Oman?
Beyond salary, roughly OMR 450–1,100 in the first year for a new recruitment (office fee, visa, medical, flight). Transferring a worker already in Oman is cheaper and faster.
Which nationality maid is most affordable in Oman?
Ethiopian and some African nationalities are generally the most affordable; Filipino workers are the highest paid due to the POEA minimum.
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Last updated: June 21, 2026.
