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Many families in Saudi Arabia are looking for a clear way to complete the process of hiring domestic workers without spending time going back and forth between multiple offices or getting lost comparing offers with different prices and conditions. The decision does not stop at choosing a recruitment office — it also involves confirming the right nationality, checking experience, verifying official paperwork, and understanding payment options. This article walks through practical steps to help you make an informed decision, and shows how modern comparison tools can make the journey clearer and easier.
Hiring a domestic worker is not just an administrative step — it is a decision that directly affects daily family life. The worker will be involved in household details and, in some cases, childcare or elderly care, so choosing the right nationality, confirming prior experience, and verifying that the office's paperwork is legitimate all reduce the chances of problems later. Many families only realize after the fact that rushing the decision was the cause of contractual issues or delays in the process.
Before signing with any recruitment office, it helps to review a few essential points that make the experience safer and more transparent:
Confirming that the recruitment office is licensed by the official authorities is a basic step that should never be skipped — it protects you legally and ensures the office follows approved regulations.
Prices among recruitment offices vary depending on nationality, experience, and accompanying services, so comparing several offers at once helps you form a clearer picture of a fair price before deciding.
Reviewing the experiences of previous clients with an office gives you an additional indicator of service quality and response speed — something advertisements alone will not reveal.
The processing timeline varies by nationality and by office, so it is best to ask about the approximate duration from the start to avoid confusion later.
Some offices provide additional services such as follow-up after arrival or worker replacement in case of an issue — details that are worth asking about in advance.
For many families, installment payment is a decisive factor, since it allows spreading the cost across monthly payments instead of paying the full amount at once. You can read the complete guide to hiring a domestic worker on installments for more details on this option.
Having technical or customer support you can reach after the process is complete offers greater peace of mind, especially if a question or follow-up need arises later.
The final price for hiring domestic workers is determined by several combined factors, most notably:
The requested nationality and its availability in the market
The worker's years of prior experience
The type and duration of the contract
Accompanying services such as insurance or follow-up
Whether payment is made in full or through installments
To learn how to get a fair offer that fits your budget, read How to Get the Best Offer When Hiring Domestic Workers.
Every family's needs are different — some prefer a certain nationality because of language or the nature of the required tasks, such as childcare, elderly care, or general housework. Before deciding, it helps to review a general comparison of the best nationalities for domestic worker recruitment in Saudi Arabia to form a clearer idea before comparing offices.
The Saudi market offers several nationalities for hiring domestic workers, and each nationality tends to have general traits that may suit one family's needs better than another. No single nationality suits everyone — the right choice depends on the nature of the required tasks and the preferred language for daily communication at home. Some of the most common nationalities include:
Filipino: A popular choice for many families, as a large number are fluent in English, which makes daily communication easier.
Indonesian: Widely requested, with a range of experience levels in general housework and childcare.
Ethiopian: A common option for some families, with experience levels that vary from one worker to another.
Kenyan: A more recently available option in the market, including workers with varied experience in household tasks.
Bangladeshi and Ugandan: Additional options that may come at different price points than other nationalities, suiting families with specific needs.
It's best not to rely on general impressions alone when comparing nationalities — reviewing each worker's actual experience and CV individually gives a more accurate picture. For a broader look at the characteristics of each nationality, visit Best Nationalities for Domestic Worker Recruitment in Saudi Arabia.
A common mistake is signing with the first recruitment office you contact without comparing other offers. Settling for a single offer may mean paying more than average or overlooking important contract details. Reviewing more than one offer from different recruitment offices gives you a stronger negotiating position and reduces the chance of surprises later.
Personally visiting several recruitment offices takes a lot of time, especially with prices and presentation styles differing from one office to another. As a result, many people now prefer to look for a way to gather information in one place, so they can compare available options without visiting every office individually or waiting for a separate reply to each inquiry.
This is where Ayady comes in — an online platform that brings together licensed recruitment offices in one place and helps you compare available offers easily. The platform does not act as a recruitment office itself; instead, it gives you a clearer view of the options available from several official offices, making it easier to choose according to your needs and budget.
Ayady offers a set of features designed to make the comparison and selection journey easier, including:
Ayady lets you search and filter among multiple options by nationality, experience, and price range, giving you a more transparent experience compared to manually searching between offices.
You can view each worker's details, including nationality and years of experience, before contacting the office — helping you narrow down your options faster.
Ayady provides access to each worker's CV, which includes information such as prior skills and the type of work previously performed, giving you a more accurate picture before making a final decision.
Ayady ensures that all recruitment offices listed on the platform are licensed by the official authorities, giving you an extra layer of confidence while comparing and choosing.
If you find it difficult to decide on the most suitable option, Ayady's support team can help clarify the differences between available offers, so you can reach a decision based on sufficient information.
One of Ayady's key features is the option to pay in installments for up to 24 months through licensed financing companies, giving families greater flexibility in managing their budget instead of paying the full amount at once. You can browse workers available with the installment option to see practical examples of this option.
Signing a contract without verifying the office's official license
Not comparing more than one offer before deciding
Overlooking contract details and replacement conditions
Choosing a nationality without considering the nature of the required tasks
Not asking about after-hire support services
Define your needs clearly before starting your search (nationality, tasks, budget)
Compare several recruitment offices before making a final decision
Make sure to read the worker's CV before signing
Ask about installment options if they suit your financial situation
Keep a copy of the contract and the office's contact details
What is the difference between a recruitment office and Ayady?
A recruitment office is the official entity that carries out the hiring process, while Ayady is a platform that helps you compare several licensed recruitment offices in one place to make choosing easier.
Are all recruitment offices listed on Ayady licensed?
Yes, Ayady only lists recruitment offices licensed by the official authorities.
How can I check a worker's experience before signing?
You can review the worker's CV on Ayady, which shows years of experience and prior skills.
Can I pay in installments when hiring through Ayady?
Yes, Ayady offers an installment payment option through licensed financing companies for up to 24 months.
How long does it usually take to hire a domestic worker?
The timeline varies depending on the nationality and the chosen office; it's best to ask the office directly for an approximate duration before signing.
Can I compare prices between several recruitment offices at once?
Yes, Ayady lets you compare available offers from different recruitment offices in one place.
What if I face an issue after hiring the worker?
You can contact the responsible office directly, and Ayady's support team can also help clarify the appropriate next steps.
Can I easily choose the right nationality through Ayady?
Yes, Ayady offers a filtering feature by nationality to help you quickly reach the options that best suit your needs.
For more questions about hiring, installments, and nationalities, visit the FAQ page on Ayady.
Hiring domestic workers the easy way starts with a clear understanding of the selection steps: verifying the recruitment office's license, comparing prices, identifying the right nationality and experience level, and reviewing the CV before deciding. Modern tools like Ayady make this journey clearer by bringing licensed recruitment offices together in one place, offering an installment option, and providing support to help you choose the right worker without complication.
