When hiring a maid in the UAE, choosing the right sponsorship model is a critical decision. Many families are unsure whether to sponsor a maid directly under their own name or opt for Tadbeer sponsorship.
At Mountain Gate Tadbeer, we support families who have already found a maid and need a legal, structured, and compliant visa and sponsorship solution. Understanding the differences between employer sponsorship and Tadbeer sponsorship helps our clients make informed decisions and avoid legal risks.
Under employer sponsorship, the maid’s visa is issued directly under the individual employer’s name. This means the employer assumes full legal, financial, and administrative responsibility for the maid.
When sponsoring a maid directly, employers must personally handle and comply with:
Entry permit and visa application
MOHRE-approved employment contract
Medical fitness test and Emirates ID registration
Health insurance coverage
Visa stamping, renewal, and cancellation
Compliance with UAE domestic worker laws
Any error, delay, or non-compliance can result in fines, visa cancellation, or sponsorship restrictions.
When employers sponsor a maid themselves, they are fully responsible for salary payment. This includes:
Paying salary on time as per the contract
Maintaining proof of payments
Resolving salary-related disputes directly
Facing penalties in case of delayed or unpaid wages
There is no intermediary support, meaning all financial responsibility lies solely with the employer.
Under Tadbeer sponsorship, the maid is sponsored through a MOHRE-licensed Tadbeer centre like Mountain Gate Tadbeer. We manage the sponsorship structure and legal compliance while ensuring transparency and proper documentation.
It is important to clarify that we do not recruit maids under this service. Our Tadbeer sponsorship is provided only for clients who have already found a maid and need professional visa and sponsorship handling.
With Tadbeer sponsorship:
Employment contracts are MOHRE-approved
Legal requirements are managed under regulated systems
Visa processing follows government-approved timelines
Compliance risks are significantly reduced
We ensure that all legal obligations are fulfilled correctly and on time.
Under Tadbeer sponsorship, salary handling is structured and transparent. While employers continue to pay the agreed salary, the process is:
Clearly documented
Contractually defined
Managed within MOHRE-compliant frameworks
This reduces disputes and protects both employers and maids.
Employer sponsorship places all legal responsibility on the individual. Tadbeer sponsorship provides a regulated structure managed by licensed professionals.
Under employer sponsorship, salary management is entirely self-handled. Tadbeer sponsorship offers clearer documentation and compliance support.
Employer sponsorship carries higher risk of fines or errors. Tadbeer sponsorship minimizes risk through MOHRE-approved processes.
Employer sponsorship requires direct handling of government procedures. Tadbeer sponsorship simplifies the process with professional oversight.
Families often prefer Tadbeer sponsorship because it offers:
Clear legal compliance
Structured salary documentation
Reduced administrative workload
Professional guidance and support
Lower risk of penalties or disputes
Our goal is to make sponsorship safer and simpler.
At Mountain Gate Tadbeer, we specialize in visa and sponsorship services only. Our clients already have a maid, and we manage:
Entry permit and change of status
MOHRE-compliant employment contracts
Medical fitness and Emirates ID processing
Salary structure setup
Visa stamping, renewal, and cancellation
We ensure every step meets UAE legal requirements.
Our service is ideal for families who:
Have already found a maid
Want legal clarity and protection
Prefer professional handling of sponsorship
Want to reduce financial and legal risk
We help our clients choose a compliant and reliable path.
The difference between employer sponsorship and Tadbeer sponsorship lies in responsibility, risk, and compliance. Employer sponsorship requires employers to manage all legal and salary obligations on their own, while Tadbeer sponsorship offers a structured, regulated alternative.
At Mountain Gate Tadbeer, we provide MOHRE-compliant sponsorship solutions for maids our clients have already found, ensuring legal protection, transparency, and peace of mind throughout the process.
A practical comparison of employer and Tadbeer sponsorship, highlighting legal duties, salary responsibilities, and compliance requirements in the UAE.
