Hire a Domestic Helper in Malaysia
If you want to recruit Indonesian domestic helpers in Malaysia, you need more than a fast introduction to available candidates. You need a hiring process that is clear, lawful, and structured around your household’s real needs. Our service helps families in Kuala Lumpur, Shah Alam, Petaling Jaya, Klang, and surrounding areas source suitable helpers, manage documentation, and move forward with confidence.
Whether you need housekeeping, childcare, eldercare, or a more stable home routine, we help you understand the hiring process before you commit.
A Domestic Helper Recruitment Service Built Around Real Household Needs
Hiring a helper is a personal decision. The right match depends on your family size, care priorities, home routine, language preferences, and the kind of support you need most.
Childcare support
Helpful for working parents who need a steadier daily routine at home.
Eldercare support
Useful for households caring for ageing parents or relatives
Housekeeping and meal preparation
Suitable for families needing practical support across multiple daily tasks.
Live-in placement support
Ideal for households needing consistent day-to-day help.
Replacement searches
Valuable when a previous placement was not the right fit.
Process Flow - Domestic Helper Recruitment in Malaysia
Hiring a domestic helper involves more than selecting a suitable candidate. From understanding your household needs and interviewing shortlisted helpers to managing government approvals, documentation, arrival arrangements and post-placement support, Derasniaga guides you through each stage of the recruitment process.
Our structured approach helps make the journey clearer, more manageable and properly coordinated from initial consultation through successful placement.
Assess Your Needs
Decide which type of domestic helper your household requires, such as:
- House cleaning
- Childcare
- Elderly care
Candidate Selection and Interview
Review suitable candidates. The agency will arrange a video interview with the selected candidates.
Submit an Application for Section 60K Approval (JTK)
Submit the required documents to the Department of Labour (JTK) to obtain Section 60K approval for hiring a domestic helper.
Submit an Application for Immigration Approval
Apply for Immigration approval and pay the required levy before the calling visa is issued.
Prepare the Employment Contract for Embassy Approval
Prepare an employment contract between the employer and domestic helper for approval by the relevant embassy, such as the Indonesian or Philippine embassy.
Apply for an E-Visa through Immigration
Apply for the helper’s E-Visa and arrange their flight to Malaysia.
Arrival and Orientation
Assist the helper with Immigration clearance upon arrival at a Malaysian airport. The agency will also provide orientation and training.
Arrange the FOMEMA Medical Examination
Arrange a medical examination at a registered clinic after the helper arrives in Malaysia. Once declared fit to work, arrange deployment to the employer’s residence.
Provide Adjustment Support
Allow an adjustment period of up to three months for the employer and helper. The agency may continue providing advice, problem-solving assistance, or a replacement if issues arise.
Domestic Helper Placement Options
We help match your family with suitable Indonesian or Filipino helper candidates based on your household routine, expected responsibilities and personal preferences.
Whether you require support with general housekeeping, meal preparation, childcare or eldercare, we assess each candidate’s relevant experience, communication ability and suitability for your preferred living arrangement.
From candidate selection to recruitment and documentation, our team guides you through every step of the placement process for a smoother and more confident hiring experience.
We match candidates based on:
- Household duties and daily routine
- Childcare, eldercare, cooking, or cleaning priorities
- Communication preferences
- Expected living arrangement
- Timeline and readiness for paperwork
Official Resources
Understanding the Legal Hiring Path in Malaysia
Hiring a foreign domestic helper legally in Malaysia requires navigating several government departments and systems. The process typically involves obtaining prior approval from JTKSM under Section 60K of the Employment Act 1955, and processing through the Immigration Department (such as the Maid Online System or Visa With Reference / VDR).
As an agency licensed under the Private Employment Agencies Act 1981 (Act 246), we help you manage these requirements properly, including guiding you through the MRA/IPA routes and ensuring PERKESO (Social Security) registration for your domestic worker.
Why Working with a Reliable Housemaid Agency in Selangor Matters
Hiring the right domestic helper is not simply about finding an available candidate. It is about making an informed match, completing the required procedures correctly and knowing that support is available throughout the recruitment and placement journey.
Derasniaga gives employers clearer guidance, better visibility of what happens next and greater confidence when navigating a process that can otherwise feel complicated.
- Clearer guidance on employer eligibility and documents.
- Confidence that the agency operates through the proper licensed framework.
- Realistic timelines for approval, arrival, and onboarding.
- Better support for first-time employers.
- A clearer path if a placement needs adjustment or replacement.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does domestic helper recruitment usually take?
The timeline can vary from a few weeks to up to 3 months depending on completeness of required documentation for authorities’ approval , as well as the speed of immigration and embassy approvals.
Can you help us hire Philippines or Indonesia’s maids legally?
Yes, we provide structured recruitment services for hiring domestic helpers legally from Philippines or Indonesia, ensuring all documentation complies with both Malaysian immigration laws and respective countries’ migrant workers labour requirements.
What documents do employers usually need?
The list of documents required varies depending of the job role approved for the domestic helper, whether in housekeeping, childcare or elderly care.
Employers typically need to provide proof of income (such as income tax statements or payslips), identification documents (IC/Passport), marriage certificate, and birth certificates of children (if applicable) to prove eligibility.
Kindly contact us for the list of documents required specifically tailored to your requirement for the need of domestic helper.
Ready to Start Your Domestic Helper Search?
Our team can help you move from questions to action with matched profiles and guidance on the legal steps involved.
