Essential Resources for MDWs
Explore key resources to help you navigate the Work Permit process and regulations for migrant domestic workers in Singapore.
Key facts on Work Permit for MDWs
Get an overview and key facts about the Work Permit for a migrant domestic worker (MDW).
Learn moreMigrant domestic worker eligibility
Migrant domestic workers (MDWs) need to meet the age, nationality/citizenship and education requirements to get a Work Permit.
Learn moreEmployer requirements for hiring an MDW
As an employer, you need to meet the eligibility criteria before hiring a migrant domestic worker (MDW).
Learn moreSecurity bond requirements for MDWs
You must buy a security bond for your migrant domestic worker (MDW), unless she is a Malaysian. You can buy the bond at any bank or insurance company.
Learn moreInsurance requirements for MDWs
You need to buy medical and personal accident insurance for your migrant domestic worker (MDW). Find out the coverage required.
Learn moreSix-monthly medical examination (6ME) for MDWs
During your migrant domestic worker's (MDW) employment, you must send her for a medical screening every 6 months. This medical examination screens for pregnancy and infectious diseases such as syphilis, HIV, and tuberculosis.
Learn moreEmployers' Orientation Programme (EOP)
You must attend the Employers' Orientation Programme (EOP) if you are hiring a migrant domestic worker for the first time or have changed workers frequently.
Learn morePre-employment medical examination for MDWs
You must send your migrant domestic worker (MDW) for a medical examination before you can get her Work Permit issued. Find out the medical examination requirements.
Learn moreFrequent changes of MDWs
If you have changed migrant domestic workers (MDWs) multiple times within a year, you have to meet certain requirements before you can employ another worker.
Learn morePaying levy for a migrant domestic worker (MDW)
You should pay levy for your MDW every month using GIRO. Find out the levy rates and how to pay and view your levy bills.
Learn moreLevy concession for a migrant domestic worker (MDW)
Levy concession is part of the package to support Singaporeans needing care. As an MDW employer, you can get a concessionary rate of $60 per month if you meet the qualifying criteria.
Learn moreApply for levy waiver for a migrant domestic worker (MDW)
You can get a waiver for your MDW levy payments only under certain situations. These include overseas leave and hospitalisation leave.
Learn more