What is the Average Salary of Nurses in the Middle East?

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Many factors contribute to the appeal of working in the Middle East, including a high salary, great working environment, excellent living conditions, and vibrant culture. However, before making a decision, you should also learn more about the nursing profession in the Middle East. 

Factors Affecting Nurse Salary

Several factors determine the salary of a nurse in the Middle East. For once, the starting salary for nurses varies depending on whether they work in the private or public sectors. In addition, salary rates for first-time employees and former OFW also differ. If you have more experience, you can get a better offer even if you’re a starting nurse in the Middle East.

Majorly, the salary is determined by nationality, which is why it varies between local and international nurses. Moreover, nursing careers like nurse supervisor, charge nurse, senior nurse, and many more also have different starting salaries. 

Based on their roles and functions, nurses in the UAE can earn between AED 4,000 and AED 8,000 per month. That is approximately 57,000 to 100,000 Philippine Pesos. Additionally, nurses in government hospitals earn between AED 6,000 and 15,000 per month, or between 85,000 and 200,000 pesos. On the other hand, home care nurses earn about AED 5,000 to 9,000 per month or 70,000 to 120,000 in Philippine pesos.

Oman

All of Oman’s citizens are entitled to receive healthcare. Nursing jobs can be easier in Oman than in other Middle East nations due to the increasing need for nurses. In Oman, having a diploma certificate or a BSN degree is the minimum prerequisite for entering the healthcare field.

The salary range is from 4,000 to 6000 Saudi riyals, equivalent to 52,000 to 78,000 Philippine pesos. Remember that this is only the starting salary for Filipino nurses; other nationalities’ salaries may differ. Moreover, nurses receive various benefits in addition to a base salary.

Qatar

Qatar nurses earn roughly 11,500 QAR per month, or approximately 165,000 in Philippine pesos. Salaries range from a minimum of 5,760 QAR to 17,900 QAR (highest), around 83 700 and 260 100 Philippine Pesos. The monthly average salary includes housing, transportation, and other benefits.

Kuwait

In Kuwait, the average salary for a staff nurse is about 1,040 KWD per month; the lowest salary for a nurse is about 500 KWD per month, and the highest salary is about 1,630 KWD per month. In addition, a nurse with less than two years of experience earns 580 KWD per month or roughly 100,000 pesos. In comparison, a nurse with 20+ years of experience earns 1,560 KWD per month or 269,200 Philippine Pesos.

Dubai 

The salary of nurses in Dubai varies according to the type of nurse. For example, a Homecare Nurse earns about 5,000 and 7,000 AED, which is around 70,000 and 100,000 Philippine Pesos. On the other hand, you can earn between 3,500 and 5,000 AED as a hotel nurse, or about 50,000 and 70,000 Php. School nurses earn the same amount as homecare nurses, between 5 000 and 7 000 AED. 

A dental nurse’s monthly salary ranges from 4,000 to 6,000 AED or around 46,000 to 85,000 Php. On the other hand, aesthetic nurses can earn around 7,000 to 9,000 AED per month, equivalent to 100,000 to 127,000 PHP. Furthermore, government nurses make considerably more, with 10,000 AED and above salaries, or 140 000 PHP and over. 

Accepted applicants will receive a highly competitive salary of up to 13,000 QAR or around Php 175,000 per month. In addition, Universal Staffing Services Inc., a POEA-licensed company, announced online that HMC is looking for highly qualified Filipino nurses to fill positions in their healthcare facilities. Moreover, take note that Dubai’s nurses’ income is not taxed.

Bahrain

The average registered nurse salary in Bahrain varies according to experience level. For example, based on nine salaries, an early career Registered Nurse (RN) with 1-4 years of experience earns an average total compensation (including tips, bonus, and overtime pay) of 3,000 BD or 421,100 PHP. On the other hand, based on six salaries, an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) with 10-19 years of experience earns an average total compensation of 4,500 BD or 631,000 pesos.

Final Thoughts

The enticing benefits  abroad entices many Filipinos to move to another country and improve their lives. In fortunate instances, some employers are kind and generous, but others are not. If you find a generous employer or company, you will receive additional benefits such as allowances, overtime pay, free tickets home, and other perks.

In addition, you may receive food and housing allowances from your employer in the Middle East. Moreover, if you don’t have family or a spouse to stay with, the company can provide housing for you, hence the housing allowance.

According to labor organizers, recruiters, and the Philippine government’s overseas employment agency, a nurse in the United States can earn up to $6,000 per month; in the Middle East, it’s $2,000 per month, tax-free, and it includes language training.

It is no secret that the Middle East is among the best places to work as a nurse. The numerous perks and benefits will surely tempt you to go work there. So, what are you waiting for? Visit IPASS Processing to help get started with your Middle East Licensure Exam Application.

Disclaimer: IPASS Processing is not a recruitment agency. We do not hire n or deploy medical professionals abroad. IPASS Processing is a processing agency that provides license exam application assistance in the United States, the Middle East, and Australia.