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Cost of Hiring Workers from India to Gulf Countries
7 min
Updated January 5, 2024
Understanding Recruitment Costs
Hiring workers from India to Gulf countries involves several cost components. Here's a transparent breakdown to help you budget accurately.
Important: Ethical Recruitment Standards
We follow ethical recruitment practices:
- •Workers should NOT pay recruitment fees
- •Employer bears recruitment costs
- •No salary deductions for recruitment
- •Compliant with ILO fair recruitment guidelines
Cost Components
#### 1. Recruitment Service Fee
- •Our professional fee for sourcing, screening, and processing
- •Varies by volume, industry, and skill level
- •Quoted per worker or as package
#### 2. Government & Processing Fees
- •GAMCA Medical: ₹3,000-5,000 per worker
- •Attestation fees: Varies by document type
- •eMigrate registration: ₹500
- •Police Clearance: ₹500-1,000
#### 3. Visa & Immigration Fees
- •Entry visa/work permit: Varies by country
- •Labor card/permit: Varies by country
- •Emirates ID (UAE): Paid by employer in UAE
- •Iqama (Saudi): Paid by employer in KSA
#### 4. Travel Costs
- •One-way air ticket to destination
- •Airport assistance (if needed)
- •Transit visa (if applicable)
Cost by Country (Approximate Ranges)
Note: These are indicative ranges. Actual costs depend on job category, volume, and current regulations.
| Country | Processing Fee Range (per worker) |
|---|
| UAE | Medium |
| Saudi Arabia | Medium-High |
| Oman | Medium |
| Qatar | Medium |
| Kuwait | Medium-High |
| Bahrain | Low-Medium |
Factors Affecting Cost
- 1.Volume: Higher volumes typically mean lower per-worker costs
- 2.Skill Level: Specialized roles may have higher sourcing costs
- 3.Urgency: Expedited processing may incur additional fees
- 4.Industry: Some industries have specific requirements
- 5.Documentation: Workers needing more attestation = higher costs
Hidden Costs to Avoid
Be wary of:
- •Agencies asking workers to pay fees
- •Unusually low quotes that suggest worker charging
- •Processing fees not disclosed upfront
- •Post-arrival deductions from workers
How We Quote
- 1.Submit your requirement
- 2.We provide detailed cost breakdown
- 3.No hidden charges
- 4.Payment terms discussed before processing
- 5.Invoice with itemized costs
Contact us for a customized quote based on your specific requirements.
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