Singapore•AsiaWork Permit (Foreign Domestic Worker)
At a Glance
Processing Time
7-14 days
Application Fee
265 SGD
Stay Duration
Up to 2 years
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Not Specified
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Work permit for migrant domestic workers (FDW/MDW) employed in Singapore households for domestic work. Limited to workers from pre-approved countries meeting specific age and education requirements.
The Foreign Domestic Worker (FDW) Work Permit is for migrant domestic workers employed in Singapore households. Workers must be at least 23 years old (or 25+ for those with less than 2 years experience) and from approved source countries primarily in Southeast Asia.
Employers must provide security bonds and insurance coverage. This pass covers household help such as maids, caregivers, and home service workers.
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Requirements
Personal
Education
None or higher
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
From approved source country
Medical examination
Health clearance from approved clinic
Proof of identity
National ID or travel document
Employment contract
Signed contract with employer
Sponsor Documents
Employer identification
NRIC or passport of employer
Work permit application
Completed MOM application form
Security bond
Financial guarantee or bond certificate
Insurance policy
Medical and personal accident insurance covering worker
Proof of residence
Employer's residential address documentation
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Advantages
- Fast processing (1-2 weeks)
- Renewable for up to 2 years
- Can be extended with renewal
- Support for household employers
Considerations
- Limited to pre-approved source countries
- Minimum age requirement
- Requires security bond and insurance
- Tied to household employer
- Limited working conditions (domestic work only)
- No pathway to permanent residency
Application Process
Employer registers
Singapore household employer registers with MOM
Recruit from approved country
Hire domestic worker from pre-approved country
Medical examination
Worker undergoes medical check for employment clearance
Insurance and bond
Employer obtains security bond and accident insurance
Submit application
Application submitted online via Work Permit Online (WP Online)
Pay fees
Application and processing fees paid
Receive approval
Work permit issued upon approval
Application Forms
Work Permit Application for FDW
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