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Part-time nanny and maid in Qatar
Last updated: November 2026
In Qatar, part-time or hourly nannies and maids must come from a licensed company or be employed on your own sponsorship; a worker sponsored by another family cannot legally do extra hours for you. If you need help most days, hiring your own nanny directly is usually better value: Qatar Nanny and Maid lists candidates from QAR 185.
Key facts for 2026
- Legal rule: domestic workers may only work for their sponsor or through a licensed provider.
- Minimum wage: Qatar's minimum wage of QAR 1,000 a month applies to domestic workers, plus food and housing or allowances.
- Database access: from QAR 185, one payment.
Which arrangement fits?
| Need | Best route |
|---|
| A few hours of cleaning a week | Hourly service from a licensed company |
| After-school childcare every weekday | Your own nanny, possibly live-out |
| Full-time help with a spare room | Live-in maid |
Families in Doha, The Pearl, Lusail and Al Wakrah often start with hourly help and move to their own nanny once the children's schedule is clear.
Frequently asked questions
Can I hire a part-time nanny in Doha?
Yes, through a licensed company, or by employing her on your own sponsorship with agreed shorter hours.
Can a maid sponsored by another family work part time for me?
No. In Qatar a domestic worker may only work for her sponsor or through a licensed provider.
Do you offer hourly nannies?
No. Qatar Nanny and Maid is a database for hiring your own nanny or maid directly, from QAR 185.
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