Who can employ a maid (FDW)

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• Singapore Citizens
• Permanent Residents (PR)
• Foreigners holding EP/S Pass

 

Monthly Levy (Government Fee)

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  • Singaporeans: $60/month (if household has children <16 or elderly >67)
  • PR & Foreigners: $300/month (no concession)
 

First-Time Employer Requirement

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  • Must attend Employer’s Orientation Programme (EOP) (online)
  • Cost: $35

Services & Process (Handled by Agency)

1. Select and interview maid (online)
2. Confirm hiring
3. MOM registration
4. Insurance purchase
5. Transport & admin handling
6. Settling-In Programme
7. Medical check-up
8. Thumbprint processing
9. Placement fee
10. Deployment to your home
 

Timeline Overview


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MOM application approval: 2–3 days
Passport ready: 7–14 days

  • After approval:
  • Levy setup

  • Medical & insurance

  • Arrival:
  • Typically within 7–14 days after passport ready
  • Must attend Settling-In Programme

Important Note

Costs and timelines may vary depending on the maid’s profile and MOM processing.