Cluster guide · Maldives employers
Licensed Recruitment Agencies in Malé & Maldives — What Employers Should Ask
How to choose a licensed recruitment operator, verify ATID retainer packages, and avoid unlicensed broker markups.
7 min read · Updated 2026-05-22
Malé recruitment landscape
Licensed agencies cluster near commercial districts and serve resorts nationwide via agency Xpat transacting. Verify licence status with Ministry of Human Resources before engaging.
Questions to ask any agency
Show Set Transacting As for our legal name. Provide itemised MVR fee schedule. Confirm corridor partner licences (BMET, SLBFE, POEA). Explain who submits on Xpat and turnaround time.
ATID retainer model
Digital retainer packages replace paper MOUs — service codes define screening depth, compliance automation, and reporting. Sign in client portal → Agreement.
Frequently asked questions
- Is ATID licensed?
- ATID Recruitment operates as a licensed recruitment platform — confirm current licence number on request.
- Can we use multiple agencies?
- Yes per corridor or role, but avoid duplicate job orders for same quota.