Salary, work permit costs and recruitment fees all affect the cost of hiring a maid in Malaysia.
Typically with agencies you pay a fixed amount ranging from 17,000 plus ringgit (one time fee) and monthly salaries of your domestic helper. The minimum salary for a maid in Malaysia is 1,500 per month for a stay-in maid. Similarly, age and experience can affect these pricing.
For example, Filipina maids (monthly salary of 400 USD) are more premium than Indonesian maids because Filipina maids speak English and they usually help the kids study, thus the premium.
Hiring a Maid via an agency
Agencies exist because all of us do not have the luxury of time and the expertise to go process a work permit. Agencies charge what they charge because they do the following services for their clients.
- Service and Expertise
- Legal Compliance and Documentation
- Additional Support and Replacement
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I hire a maid on her own visa?
In Malaysia, you can hire a maid on her own visa. Navigating the legal requirements can be complex and time-consuming, but maid agencies simplify this process.
Can I sponsor a maid?
Can. No doubt, You can even process her work permit on your own. But do you want to go through that hassle? Sponsoring a maid through an agency saves time and future frustration. Agencies assist with the entire sponsorship process, handling visa processing, work permits, and insurance coverage.
Hiring a Maid in Malaysia?
AP Sands is in the business of providing domestic helpers to Malaysians. Our dedicated team is ready to provide personalized assistance and professional service tailored to your unique needs. Contact us!
