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Maid agency in Riyadh or hire directly?
Last updated: November 2026
A recruitment office in Riyadh brings a maid from abroad through Musaned, which takes weeks to months and carries a recruitment fee. Hiring a maid who is already in Saudi Arabia by transfer (tanazul) is faster and avoids the office fee: with Saudi Nanny and Maid you contact candidates directly from SAR 299.
Side by side
| Factor | Recruitment office | Direct transfer |
|---|
| Where she comes from | Recruited from abroad | Already in Saudi Arabia |
| Waiting time | Usually weeks to months | Often days to a few weeks |
| Fees | Recruitment fee set by the office | Membership from SAR 299 plus the transfer fee |
| Interview before hiring | Usually by video or CV only | In person at your home |
| Guarantee | Office guarantee period | You choose after meeting her |
Steps for a direct transfer
- Find a candidate in the database and interview her.
- Agree salary and duties, and confirm her current sponsor will release her.
- Submit the transfer request on Musaned and pay the government fee.
- Sign the domestic worker contract on Musaned.
See also housemaid in Saudi Arabia and the transfer guide.
Frequently asked questions
Is Saudi Nanny and Maid a recruitment office?
No. It is a database of nannies and maids. You contact candidates yourself and hire them directly.
Which is faster, an office or a transfer?
A transfer of a maid already in the Kingdom is usually much faster than recruiting from abroad.
Do I still use Musaned when hiring directly?
Yes. Transfers and domestic worker contracts go through Musaned whichever route you choose.
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