If you are interested to have a domestic helper visa so you can work abroad, make sure to approach only a credible manpower agency. Make sure that all of your queries and concerns are properly addressed prior to applying. The agency is responsible in walking you through the entire process of obtaining a visa and other legal documents so you can start working abroad. You must also be willing to submit to the entire screening procedures. Unless you are completely sure that you want to work abroad as a domestic helper, you should not sign any documents with the agency.

Prior to issuance of a visa, the applicants undergo a series of procedure for screening. They are interviewed by the agency to determine if they are suitable for the job. A medical test or physical examination is also done to check for the applicant's health status. This is a very essential part of the screening process because it will determine if the applicant is fit enough for the physical and emotional demands of the job.

All applicants are also required to submit police clearances or other documents to prove that they do not have any pending criminal records. Sometimes, recommendation or clearance from the previous employer may be required or checked by the agency.

Aside from a domestic helper visa, other legal documents that are needed to be able to work in another country as a housemaid or domestic helper are valid passport and a work contract with your employer. The visa is issued by the country where you intend to work and the contract is prepared by your employer in accordance with the manpower agency and duly notified in the country where you will be working.

The manpower agency or recruiter handling your application is responsible in guiding you throughout the entire application process until such time that your domestic helper visa is issued. Make sure to clarify all your concerns prior to signing documents such as an employment contract.