We select trusted housekeepers, nannies, carers and household staff for families in Barcelona through a personalised selection process, verified references and family-compatibility assessment.
Profiles in under 3h
All of the Barcelona area
Satisfaction guarantee
DOMESTIC STAFF IN BARCELONA
Trusted domestic staff in Barcelona and its area
Barcelona combines a strong international community with families looking for bilingual, trusted household staff. Finding the right profile in such a competitive market takes judgement, not mass candidate lists.
At Maids & Co we help Barcelona families find housekeepers, nannies and carers selected through in-depth interviews, reference checks and a detailed analysis of each home. We have a multilingual team.
We work on success: you only pay if you hire.No cost until the selection is complete. Replacement guarantee included.
How you hire domestic staff in Barcelona with Maids & Co
A clear process from start to finish, with a single point of contact who knows your home.
1
Tell us what you need
A five-minute brief by phone, WhatsApp or the form: duties, schedule, area and salary. We define the exact profile with you.
2
Profiles in under 3 hours
The first matching profiles reach your client portal: in-depth interview done and references checked with their previous employers.
3
Interviews and a 2-day trial
Schedule in-person or video interviews from the portal and, if you wish, try the candidate at home for two days before deciding.
4
Contract and Social Security registration
You only pay when you hire. We advise you on the terms and, if you prefer, our labour team handles the contract and the registration.
WHAT THE FEE INCLUDES
What's included and what we never charge
What's included
Selection with an in-depth interview of every candidate
References verified directly with previous employers
Advice on the contract and Social Security registration
Free replacement during the first 6 months
Support until onboarding, plus your client portal
What we never charge
The search: you pay nothing until you hire
Monthly or sign-up fees
Lock-in or commitment of any kind
FEES & GUARANTEE
One-off fee and a 6-month guarantee
You pay nothing during the search. Only once you take the person on and you're happy do you pay a single fee: the equivalent of one month of the agreed salary, plus VAT. No subscriptions or lock-in.
Other domestic services in BarcelonaDrivers, gardeners, chefs, ironing staff, private tutors, event assistance and more.
COSTS & SALARIES IN BARCELONA
Housekeepers in Barcelona: live-in, live-out and hourly
Housekeepers in Barcelona: live-in, live-out and hourly
Type
Market salary (2026)
Estimated total cost
Hourly housekeeper
€10 – 15/hour
+ Social Security registration & contributions
Live-out, full-time (SMI)
from €1,424.50/month (12 payments)
≈ €1,742/month with Social Security
Live-in housekeeper
€1,500 – €2,200/month
+ employer's Social Security (≈ 22%)
Indicative 2026 market figures for Barcelona based on the current minimum wage (RD 126/2026). The real cost depends on the hours, location and each home's needs. At Maids & Co you pay no agency fee until the selection is complete.
Clients who hire domestic staff with Maids & Co in Barcelona
★★★★★
“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…”
Hiring domestic staff in Barcelona: what you need to know
A live-in housekeeper in Barcelona typically costs between €1,500 and €2,200 gross per month, plus Social Security contributions. The final amount depends on experience, duties and the requirements of the role.
We cover the whole Barcelona metropolitan area: Pedralbes, Tres Torres, Turó Park, Sarrià, Sant Gervasi - La Bonanova, Eixample, Les Corts, Gràcia, and towns such as Sant Cugat (Valldoreix and Mirasol), Sitges, Castelldefels Playa, Gavà Mar, Supermaresme, Can Teixidó, Bellamar and the Maresme.
Yes. Barcelona has high demand for bilingual profiles (Catalan, Spanish, English, French). We select candidates with languages and experience in international environments.
We present the first verified profiles in under 3 hours. We have a broad pool of available candidates in Barcelona.
Yes, a very significant share of our Barcelona clients are expat families. Our team is multilingual (ES, EN, PT) and understands the needs of the international community well.
Looking for domestic staff in Barcelona?
Tell us what your home needs and we'll present verified candidates in under 3h, no commitment.
