Overview of the maid monthly levy in Singapore

Understanding Singapore’s Maid Levy

What is the Foreign Domestic Helper (Maid) Levy?

The foreign domestic helper (maid) monthly levy is a fee that employers in Singapore must pay to the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) when they hire a maid. This levy is essential for regulating the employment of domestic helpers, ensuring fair practices, and providing necessary support to the domestic helper.

Importance of the Levy for Employers

Knowing the monthly maid levy is important for employers. It impacts their budget and whether they can afford a helper. Being aware of the costs involved helps families make informed decisions about employing foreign domestic helpers.

Monthly Maid Levy in Singapore

Standard Rates for First and Additional Helpers
The standard rate for the first foreign domestic helper is $300 per month. Employers hiring additional helpers must pay a higher levy of $450 monthly. This cost structure emphasises the financial commitment required when engaging a domestic worker.

Payment Due Dates and Methods
Employers are required to pay the maid monthly levy in Singapore by the 17th of the following month. If the 17th falls on a weekend or public holiday, the due date shifts to the next working day.
Various payment methods are available, including GIRO and PayNow QR. This allows employers to choose the option that best suits their financial management preferences.
Check and pay your FDW levy.
Apply for your FDW levy Giro.

More details on this can be found on
MOM's MDW Levy Official Pagee

Eligibility for Concession for Maid Levy

Who Qualifies for the $60 Maid Monthly Levy Concession?
Tp qualify for the monthly concession, your family must include one of the following:

Singaporean child below 16 years of age
Singaporean elderly above 67 years of age
Disabled Singaporean family member

To qualify for the monthly maid levy concession of $60, Employers must ensure that maid agencies in Singapore update the familly information during the IPA application.

When does the maid month levy payment start?
For a first-time maid, the levy payments start on the 5th day of her arrival (including the day she arrived). For all other cases, the levy begins the day after the helper arrives.

Refer to MOM FDW Kevy Concession for further information.

Setting Up GIRO Payment for Maid Levy

Steps to Set Up GIRO Payments
Follow these simple steps to set up GIRO payments via your online banking platform:

Login to apply for eGIRO for maid's levy via SingPass and select "Set up eGiro".
Complete the GIRO application following the instruction in the screen.
Setting up of payment limit and billing end date might be optional for some bank.

While waiting for the approval of the Giro application, please check and pay for levy here.

Advantages of Automatic Payments
Setting up GIRO simplifies the process of managing the maid monthly levy in Singapore and allows for timely payments without manual intervention. This system helps prevent late fees and ensures that the levy is always paid on time.

When and how to pay Levy

Payment Due Date:
Pay your levy by the 17th of the following month. If the 17th happens to be a Saturday, Sunday, or public holiday, the due date is moved to the next working day. Your levy bill will specify the exact due date.

For instance, the levy bill for September 2024 needs to be paid by October 17, 2024.

Payment Methods
1. GIRO:
Set up GIRO for automatic deductions on the due date. Ensure your account has enough funds by 6 pm the day before to avoid failed transactions and fees.

2. PayNow QR:
If you don't have a GIRO setup, you can pay using PayNow QR by the same deadline

By knowing the rates, eligibility for concessions, and payment methods, employers can ensure compliance and maximize their benefits.

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