Maid Hiring Cost Singapore 2025

Complete breakdown of maid agency fees, government charges, and insurance costs. Transparent pricing with no hidden fees. Total cost from S$2,055 for hiring a domestic helper.

Total Maid Hiring Cost

One-time payment for hiring a Fresh MDW in Singapore

S$2055.10 - S$2218.60

* Excluding placement fee and optional costs

Cost Breakdown

Agency Service Fee

Employment Agency Operating / Handling / Service Cost

S$882
One-time payment
  • Fresh MDW placement service
  • One free replacement within 6 months
  • Documentation processing
  • Pre-departure preparation

For Fresh MDW. Additional charges may apply for Ex-Singapore/Ex-Abroad MDW

Government & Admin Fees

Required government and administrative fees

S$606.30
One-time payment
  • Work Permit Application & E-issuance (S$70)
  • Settling-In-Programme Course (S$76.30)
  • Medical check-up (S$60)
  • Transportation (S$200)
  • Processing and Documentation Fee (S$200)

Fees are subject to change by respective authorities

Insurance Cost

MOM-required insurance coverage

S$566.80 - S$730.30
One-time payment
  • Security Bond & Personal Accident Insurance (26-mths)
  • Includes waiver of co-payment
  • Standard/Deluxe/Premier options available
  • Optional: Reimbursement of Indemnity Policy (S$54.50)

Insurance coverage as per MOM requirements

Helper Placement Fee

Helper expenses and placement costs

Variable
One-time payment
  • MDW's Loan (5-7 months for Fresh helper)
  • Employment Contract at Embassy (S$200)
  • Salary range: S$550 onwards (Fresh)

Loan duration: 5-7 months (Fresh) or 3-6 months (Ex-Sin/Ex-Abroad)

Payment Methods

We offer flexible payment options to suit your needs

Bank Transfer

Direct bank transfer to our company account

PayNow

Instant transfer using mobile number, NRIC/FIN, or UEN

Ongoing Monthly Costs

In addition to one-time hiring costs, employers must budget for monthly expenses:

S$300-450
Monthly FDW Levy
S$300 concessionary / S$450 standard
S$550-800
Helper Salary
Varies by experience and nationality
S$200-300
Food & Necessities
Food allowance and daily needs

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