{"id":22671,"date":"2024-05-29T08:40:35","date_gmt":"2024-05-29T08:40:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jazl.com.sa\/conditions-for-hiring-a-second-domestic-worker-what-you-should-know-before-starting\/"},"modified":"2026-03-30T13:22:32","modified_gmt":"2026-03-30T13:22:32","slug":"conditions-for-hiring-a-second-domestic-worker-what-you-should-know-before-starting","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jazl.com.sa\/en\/conditions-for-hiring-a-second-domestic-worker-what-you-should-know-before-starting\/","title":{"rendered":"Conditions for hiring a second domestic worker: What you should know before starting"},"content":{"rendered":"<h5><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0When looking at<\/span><b>Recruiting a second domestic worker<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It must be verified that there is a real need and necessity for this step.<\/span><\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So do you really need extra help with household chores?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is there an urgent need for additional support in caring for family members?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These questions form an essential starting point for determining whether&#8230;<\/span><b>Recruiting a second domestic worker<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is the perfect choice for you.<\/span>In this article, we will discuss how to determine the need to recruit a second domestic worker, the legal conditions and necessary procedures, and the legal and social responsibilities of the employer.<\/p>\n<h2><b>How to determine actual need:<\/b><\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li><b>Analysis of current business<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Make an assessment of the current household chores and the extent of their utilization<\/span><b>Domestic worker<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Current time and effort.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These jobs include daily cleaning, cooking, childcare, or elderly care.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additional tasks that the first domestic worker cannot carry out due to increased burden or limited time.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol start=\"2\">\n<li><b>Evaluation of health and social status<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:\u00a0If there are family members with chronic health conditions or special needs that require additional care.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you facing difficulties in balancing work and personal life due to increased stress?<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do you have a large family that requires more care and attention?<\/span><\/p>\n<ol start=\"3\">\n<li><b>Backlog of tasks<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Inability to manage all work satisfactorily, even with the presence of the first domestic worker.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And whether there are tasks that are piling up and require quick intervention without adding additional pressure to the first domestic worker.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Analyzing these factors will help you determine whether there is a real and urgent need for recruitment<\/span><b>His servants<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A second home, which is an essential step in making the right decision and ensuring your maximum benefit.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>\u00a0Legal terms<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Counts<\/span><b>Recruiting a second domestic worker<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, an important decision requires a precise understanding of the legal conditions regulating this process.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These conditions aim to guarantee the rights of both the employer and the domestic worker, and to regulate the relationship between them legally and properly.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Recruitment conditions from the Ministry of Labor<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1- <\/span><b>Obtaining a work permit<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0Requires recruitment\u00a0<strong>A worker<\/strong> <\/span><b>second<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Obtain an official work permit from<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hrsd.gov.sa\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This permit is issued after all requirements have been completed<\/span><b>Recruitment conditions from the Ministry of Labor<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">stipulated, including:\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0The employer must be Saudi or legally resident in the Kingdom.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0Proof of sufficient financial capacity to cover the costs of recruiting and caring for a domestic worker.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The applicant must be at least 24 years old.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In general, all conditions must be met when recruiting the first domestic worker<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To read more about the steps for recruiting a domestic worker, please visit:<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/jazl.com.sa\/%d8%ae%d8%b7%d9%88%d8%a7%d8%aa-%d8%a7%d8%b3%d8%aa%d9%82%d8%af%d8%a7%d9%85-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b9%d9%85%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%a9-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%85%d9%86%d8%b2%d9%84%d9%8a%d8%a9-%d9%81%d9%8a-%d8%a7%d9%84%d9%85\/\">Steps-to-recruit-domestic-workershttps:\/\/jazl.com.sa\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a02- \u00a0 <\/span><b>Submit the required documents:<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0Documents required to obtain a work permit include:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0The employer&#8217;s valid passport.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0The employer\u2019s personal status card.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0Proof of financial ability (bank statement or salary certificate).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0A model employment contract for a domestic worker approved by the Ministry of Labor and Social Development.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0Health insurance for the domestic worker covers the entire contract period.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0Pay the prescribed fees for the recruitment process.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>\u00a0Required procedures and documents<\/b><\/h2>\n<h6><b>First: submit the official application<\/b><\/h6>\n<ol>\n<li><b>Create an account on the platform<\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.musaned.com.sa\/home\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Supports<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0&#8211; You can create a new account on the platform<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.musaned.com.sa\/home\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Supports<\/b> <\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Through the following link:<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/musaned.com.sa\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/musaned.com<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0&#8211; \u00a0Make sure you enter all required data correctly.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol start=\"2\">\n<li><b>Submit a recruitment application<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0After logging into your account on<\/span><b>supports,<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choose \u201cDomestic Labor Services\u201d then \u201cNew Recruitment Request\u201d.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0You will see a page containing a form that you must fill out with your personal information and the domestic worker\u2019s information, such as her nationality, name, and profession.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Attach all required documents, including:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0A copy of the employer\u2019s personal status card<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0A copy of the family book<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0An introduction letter from the employer stating the monthly salary<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0A recent health certificate for the worker.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0A documented employment contract defines the rights and duties of both parties<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0A copy of the domestic worker\u2019s passport<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0A copy of the entry visa to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Health insurance policy for the domestic worker<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Pay the prescribed fees.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To facilitate the recruitment process and issuing a domestic worker visa in record time, you can contact:<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/jazl.com.sa\/contact\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Jazl Recruitment Office\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h6><b>Second: Receiving the domestic worker<\/b><\/h6>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Picking up the worker from the airport:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The employer goes to the airport to receive the worker after she arrives in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Completion of registration procedures:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The employer must take the worker\u00a0 to the airport police station to register her data and fingerprints, and obtain an identity card for her.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Providing suitable housing<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Suitable housing must be provided that meets their basic requirements in terms of cleanliness and safety.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Explanation of laws and regulations:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The employer must explain the laws and regulations related to work in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to the maid, including her rights and duties<\/span><b>.<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>\u00a0Legal and social responsibilities\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<h6><b>&#8211; Legal responsibilities:<\/b><\/h6>\n<p><b>Providing a safe and healthy work environment:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The employer must provide a safe and healthy work environment for domestic workers, including:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Providing suitable housing that meets their basic requirements in terms of cleanliness and safety.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Providing adequate food and drink.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Providing appropriate work clothing.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Providing the necessary work tools.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Providing the necessary medical care in the event of illness or injury.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Paying salaries regularly:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The employer must pay the worker&#8217;s salary regularly on the date specified in the employment contract.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Giving the worker paid leave:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">She is entitled to paid leave according to labor laws in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Respecting the rights of the worker:<\/b>The employer must respect the rights of the domestic worker, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0To express her opinion freely.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0Practicing her religious rituals.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0Communicate with her family and friends.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0Get privacy.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0Providing the necessary medical care in the event of illness or injury.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Her passport or phone were not confiscated<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Compliance with laws and regulations:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The employer must adhere to the laws and regulations related to domestic workers in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h6><b>&#8211; Social responsibilities:<\/b><\/h6>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0The employer must treat the worker with respect and dignity, and not discriminate against her on the basis of gender, race, or religion.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0Providing a positive work environment that encourages them to work hard and excel.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0The employer can have the worker participate in some cultural and social events, which helps her feel a sense of belonging and connection with society.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Recruiting a servant again requires careful analysis of the actual need and adherence to legal and social conditions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By understanding the terms and procedures, individuals can ensure the safety and success of this process, and build a positive relationship with the new domestic worker.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u00a0When looking atRecruiting a second domestic workerIt must be verified that there is a real need and necessity for this step. 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