Filipino Domestic Staff
We select Filipino housekeepers with English, experience in high-end homes and verified references.
WHY A FILIPINO HOUSEKEEPER?
Professionals prized for their English and their excellence
Filipino housekeepers stand out for their command of English, their experience in demanding homes and their versatility across cleaning, cooking and the care of children and the elderly.
2026 COST
Full time (40h)
from €1,424.50/mo
2026 SMI
| By the hour | €12 – 20/h |
|---|---|
| Live-in | from €1,750 |
| + Social Security you pay (TGSS) | ≈ 22% |
Because of their English and experience in high-end homes, Filipino housekeepers usually earn above the average; always equal to or above the 2026 SMI. Figures are approximate.
See prices & cost calculatorREGULATIONS & CONTRACT
A Filipino housekeeper's contract and rights
A housekeeper's contract must be put in writing from day one. The maximum working week is 40 hours of effective work, with a minimum weekly rest of 36 hours, at least 24 of them consecutive (usually Saturday afternoon and all of Sunday).
The minimum full-time (40h) salary for a housekeeper in 2026 is €1,424.50 gross/month over 12 payments (equivalent to €1,221/month over 14 payments), per the 2026 SMI. They must be registered in the Special System for Domestic Employees of the General Regime from day one. Non-compliance carries penalties.
COVERAGE
Filipino housekeepers in Spain, Europe and the UK
We select Filipino housekeepers —live-in or live-out— in Madrid, Barcelona, Marbella and across Spain, and also for Europe and the United Kingdom with an EU passport. They are highly sought-after profiles in high-end homes for their discretion, versatility and command of English.
We verify their level of English, their experience in international households and their work permits, as well as checking references with previous employers. We present the first candidates in under 3 hours.
COMPARISON
Live-in or live-out Filipino housekeeper?
It depends on your family's rhythm and whether you prefer the housekeeper living in your home or by the hour.
- Comes and goes each day
- Fixed hours: full or part time
- Ideal for daily support and cleaning
- No room required
From €1,424.50/mo
salary + TGSS
- Lives in the home
- Greater scheduling flexibility
- Ideal for international families
- Room + board included
- Continuous care and exclusive dedication
From €1,750
+ TGSS
Maids and co is the best agency we have dealt with. We contacted them on Sunday and they replied the same day. We had an initial chat regarding our requirements and after a few days they sent us 3 suitable Curricula. All the candidates were
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Hiring a Filipino housekeeper: what you need to know
A Filipino housekeeper's salary tends to sit above the sector average thanks to their English and experience, always equal to or above the 2026 SMI (€1,221/month over 14 payments), plus Social Security. We advise you based on the profile and the arrangement.
For their command of English, their experience in high-end homes, their versatility (home, children and elderly) and their long-term stability, especially as live-in staff.
Yes, English is one of their strengths, which makes them ideal for international and expat families. Many also have experience with children and the elderly.
Yes. Every Filipino housekeeper must have a contract and Social Security registration from day one, as well as a valid work permit. We verify their documentation and support you through the hiring process.
If the Filipino housekeeper does not fit, we offer one free replacement within the first 6 months, or a 50% refund if you're not satisfied in the first month. The most complete guarantee in the sector. The replacement applies only within our main hubs.
Yes. We work with live-in Filipino housekeepers (they reside in the home, their most sought-after option for the stability), live-out and by the hour, depending on your family's needs.
Yes. Their versatility is one of their strengths: many combine housework with the care of children or the elderly, with experience in demanding homes.
You receive the first Filipino candidates, with their English and references verified, in under 3 hours.
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