Filipino Nanny Salary in Dubai: 2026 Monthly Pay Guide
Monthly pay for a Filipino nanny in Dubai in 2026, split by live-in and live-out, with the wage floor and the full cost beyond salary.
Updated 23 September 2026 · 7 min read
A Filipino nanny in Dubai in 2026 typically earns AED 2,800 to 4,500 a month live-in, and AED 3,500 to 6,000 a month live-out, with experience, newborn or special-needs skills, and driving pushing the figure higher. Those are the bands most offers land in. The exact number is hers to state: every profile shows her own expectation, so you compare real asks rather than a market average.
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Filipino nanny salary in Dubai, 2026
| Arrangement | Typical monthly pay | Who it suits |
|---|---|---|
| Live-in, standard experience | AED 2,800 to 3,800 | Full-day care, accommodation and food provided |
| Live-in, senior or specialist | AED 3,800 to 4,500+ | Newborn, special needs, or long UAE experience |
| Live-out, standard experience | AED 3,500 to 5,000 | She covers her own housing, so the wage is higher |
| Live-out, senior or specialist | AED 5,000 to 6,000+ | Experienced live-out, driving or newborn care |
Live-out pays more per month than live-in because she is covering her own rent, transport and food out of the wage. Live-in looks cheaper on the payslip, but the room, board and utilities you provide are a real cost. Compare the two on the total, not the headline number.
The wage floor: the POEA minimum
The Philippine overseas employment rules set a minimum monthly wage for deployed household workers, currently around USD 400, roughly AED 1,470. Any serious Filipino candidate in Dubai will expect well above this, but it is the floor beneath the market and a reason Filipino pay rarely dips to the bottom of the UAE range.
What it costs beyond the salary
Hiring directly through NannyUAE removes the agency placement fee, which can run into thousands of dirhams, but it does not remove an employer's other obligations. For a live-in role, budget for:
- Residence visa sponsorship and medical, typically AED 4,000 to 6,000 a year in fees.
- Health insurance, mandatory for a sponsored worker.
- Accommodation, food and utilities for a live-in.
- A weekly rest day, or paid time in lieu.
- Annual leave and a return flight, standard for domestic workers in the UAE.
- End-of-service gratuity when the contract ends.
How to make a fair offer
Read her stated expectation, compare it against the band above and against two or three other candidates, and confirm what the number includes: is it net in hand, does it assume live-in accommodation, does it cover a driving role. A clear written offer that names salary, day off, leave and duties avoids the most common early dispute, which is a figure each side understood differently.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Filipino nanny cost per month in Dubai?
Typically AED 2,800 to 4,500 live-in and AED 3,500 to 6,000 live-out in 2026, higher for newborn care, special needs or a driving role. Each candidate states her own expectation on her profile.
Why do live-out nannies cost more than live-in?
A live-out nanny pays her own rent, transport and food from the wage, so the monthly figure is higher. A live-in wage is lower because accommodation and food are provided on top of it.
Can I hire a Filipino nanny in Dubai without an agency?
Yes. Browse profiles on NannyUAE, compare salary, experience and availability, and contact candidates directly with no placement fee. You still sponsor the visa for a live-in role.
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