Nannies in Oman

A nanny looks after your children as a regular, full-time job, employed by your family with a work licence, a written contract and legal rights. A babysitter gives occasional care for a few hours, such as an evening out, with no ongoing job. Our guide to nannies and babysitters explains how each works in Oman.

No. MD 574/2025 (Article 9) bars an employer from letting their worker work for others, and bars a family from employing a worker who isn't licensed to them. The fine is OMR 50–500 per violation, per worker, and Labour Law penalties may also apply.

Whatever you agree in the contract. Oman sets no minimum wage for expatriate domestic workers, so the wage is what you and the helper agree in the registered contract. Some home countries set a minimum before their embassy approves a contract. You also provide food, suitable accommodation and health insurance. See our salary guide.

Ask what a normal day looked like in the last job, why they are looking now, and how they would handle real situations in your home, such as a child with a fever. Check they are 21 or over with an in-date residence card. Our interview guide has a full list of questions and checks.

Yes. MD 574/2025 gives at least one paid rest day a week. A nanny can work on it only by written agreement, and is then paid an extra day's wage on top of that day's pay, or given another rest day instead.