Hiring a domestic worker in Singapore is a significant step toward creating a balanced, smoothly running household. However, every home has unique priorities. A family with a newborn requires very different caregiving capabilities than a family needing an experienced cook…
Updated on 18 March 2026 Providing proper rest days for your domestic helper is not just good practice—it is a legal requirement in Singapore. Understanding how FDW off days work, how compensation is calculated, and what’s allowed under MOM rules…
Updated 24 January 2026 The standard duration of foreign domestic worker employment contracts is 2 years in Singapore. However, unforeseen circumstances (such as the employer no longer meeting the Ministry of Manpower’s eligibility requirements) can lead to either party having…
Updated on 18 March 2026 If your domestic helper is planning to go home for a holiday or family visit, it is important to prepare properly before she leaves Singapore. Home leave rules are not just about booking a ticket.…
Updated on 18 March 2026 From 1 January 2019, employers of foreign domestic workers (FDWs) in Singapore are not allowed to safekeep their helper’s money, including salary. This rule helps protect both employers and domestic helpers from money-related disputes and…
Updated on 18 March 2026 Ensuring a safe working environment is one of the most important responsibilities when employing a domestic helper. In Singapore, employers are legally and ethically responsible for their helper’s safety, well-being, and medical protection, including providing…
Hiring a foreign domestic worker (FDW) is often thought to be the only solution to get extra hands to help around in the household. While FDWs play an extremely valuable role in many Singaporean and expat households – particularly by…
Updated on 18 March 2026 Ensuring the fair treatment of domestic helpers in Singapore is not just good practice—it is a legal responsibility under Ministry of Manpower (MOM) regulations. Employers must provide a safe, respectful, and supportive working environment. Failure…
Updated on 18 March 2026 Hiring a domestic helper in Singapore can make a big difference in managing your home—whether it’s childcare, elderly care, or daily household tasks. In fact, nearly a quarter of a million households in Singapore rely…