{"id":12504,"date":"2020-09-28T07:53:32","date_gmt":"2020-09-27T23:53:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.helperchoice.com\/c\/maid\/renew-work-permit\/"},"modified":"2026-08-03T15:07:38","modified_gmt":"2026-08-03T07:07:38","slug":"renew-work-permit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.helperchoice.com\/c\/en-sg\/renew-work-permit\/","title":{"rendered":"A Guide to Renewing your Domestic Helper\u2019s Contract and Work Permit"},"content":{"rendered":"<em>Updated on 18 March 2026<\/em>\r\n\r\nSingapore-based employers and their foreign domestic workers (FDWs) have the option to renew the employment contract without the help of an agency. Renewing a FDW\u2019s contract ultimately boils down to renewing her work permit \u2013 it is recommended but not compulsory (by MOM standards) to establish an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.helperchoice.com\/c\/maid\/employment-contract\">employment contract<\/a> between the employer and the FDW to lay down the rights and obligations of both parties.\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"For_Filipino_FDWs\"><\/span>For Filipino FDWs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_1_Receive_renewal_notice\"><\/span><strong>Step 1<\/strong>: Receive renewal notice<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\nThe employer receives a renewal letter from MoM <strong>8 weeks<\/strong> before the helper\u2019s Work permit expires.\r\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_2_Renew_insurance\"><\/span><strong>Step 2<\/strong>: Renew insurance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\nThe employer renews or acquires a helper\u2019s insurance package consisting of a security bond and a medical and personal insurance.\r\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_3_Get_Authenticated_Contract\"><\/span><strong>Step 3<\/strong>: Get Authenticated Contract<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\nThe employer and the helper must visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.philippine-embassy.org.sg\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Philippine Embassy in Singapore<\/a> to get an <strong>Authenticated Contract<\/strong> (you can just walk-in). The following documents must be submitted:\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>1 original and 1 copy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.philippine-embassy.org.sg\/forms\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Employment Contract<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li>1 original and 1 copy of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.philippine-embassy.org.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/polo2017rev1.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Undertaking of an Employer<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li>2 copies of the current work permit<\/li>\r\n \t<li>2 copies of the helper\u2019s current passport<\/li>\r\n \t<li>2 copies of the employer\u2019s IC<\/li>\r\n \t<li>1 original and 1 copy of S$7,000.00 performance bond<\/li>\r\n \t<li>1 copy of medical insurance<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nIf your helper\u2019s passport needs renewing, <a href=\"https:\/\/philippineembassysgconsular.checkappointments.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">make an appointment with the Philippine Embassy for the passport renewal<\/a> and make sure to produce an extra copy of her current work permit and passport along with a duly completed OWWA Information Sheet.\r\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_4_Apply_online\"><\/span><strong>Step 4<\/strong>: Apply online<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\nThe employer <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mom.gov.sg\/eservices\/services\/work-permit-transactions-for-domestic-helpers-and-confinement-nannies\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">renews the work permit online<\/a> before it expires through the submission of certain key documents:\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Scanned copy of the personal particulars page of the helper\u2019s valid passport<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Security bond<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Personal accident insurance<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Medical insurance<\/li>\r\n \t<li>A $35 renewal fee<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nThe renewal will be immediately processed upon submission of the above-mentioned documents and the new work permit card will be delivered within 4 working days. After submitting the renewal application, check to see if the temporary work permit asks you to return the old card. If not, keep the existing card.\r\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_5_Prepare_for_home_leave\"><\/span><strong>Step 5<\/strong>: Prepare for home leave<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\nYour Filipino helper is entitled to a home leave every 2 years. She will need to comply with certain <a href=\"https:\/\/www.helperchoice.com\/c\/maid\/home-leave\">immigration requirements<\/a> to be allowed to re-enter Singapore. Filipino nationals are required to register with their Embassy by producing the following documents:\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>2 copies printed appointment sheet<\/li>\r\n \t<li>1 Valid Embassy verified employment contract<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Original work permit<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Original passport<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Two-way ticket or itinerary issued by a travel agency<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Proof of OWWA valid membership<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Updated receipt of Pag-ibig Fund membership contribution<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nOnce they have registered they can purchase an exit document called <a href=\"https:\/\/www.helperchoice.com\/c\/maid\/home-leave\">Overseas Employment Certificate<\/a> (OEC). The helper can get this OEC online.\r\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.helperchoice.com\/c\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/yoopies-cms2f9f65b27b-e0e3-4582-a6dc-30823b2eb2aa-renewworkpermitcontractdomsetichelpersingapore.jpg\" alt=\"A strict renewal procedure must be followed with distinct instructions depending on the FDW\u2019s nationality.\" \/><\/figure>\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"For_Indonesian_FDWs\"><\/span>For Indonesian FDWs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_1_Receive_renewal_notice-2\"><\/span><strong>Step 1<\/strong>: Receive renewal notice<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\nThe employer receives a renewal letter from MOM <strong>8 weeks<\/strong> before the helper\u2019s work permit expires.\r\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_2_Renew_insurance-2\"><\/span><strong>Step 2<\/strong>: Renew insurance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\nThe employer renews or acquires a helper\u2019s insurance package i.e. a security bond and a medical and personal insurance.\r\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_3_Renew_passport\"><\/span><strong>Step 3<\/strong>: Renew passport<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\nThe Indonesian helper accompanied by her employer must renew her passport if it is expiring in less than 6 months by submitting the following documents at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kemlu.go.id\/singapore\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Indonesian Embassy in Singapore<\/a>:\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>A duly completed <a href=\"https:\/\/www.embassypages.com\/missions\/embassy5051\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">PERDIM 11 form<\/a> (in Bahasa Indonesia)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>1 copy of the employer\u2019s IC<\/li>\r\n \t<li>1 original and 1 copy of the helper\u2019s current passport<\/li>\r\n \t<li>2 passport size photographs<\/li>\r\n \t<li>A $38 renewal fee in cash<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nOnce all the necessary documents have been submitted, your FDW will be given a passport payment slip that will enable her to collect her new passport within 3 working days.\r\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_4_Visit_the_Consular_Department\"><\/span><strong>Step 4<\/strong>: Visit the Consular Department<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\nYou will then be able to visit the Consular Department (located on the <a href=\"https:\/\/kemlu.go.id\/singapore\/en\/pages\/waktu_pelayanan_\/496\/etc-menu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">second floor of the Indonesian Embassy<\/a>) where your helper and you will have to attend a quick interview with an officer, after which a Work Agreement \u2013 distinct from the employment contract recommended by MOM \u2013 will be produced. Bring along the passport payment slip, your helper\u2019s current work permit and your IC.\r\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_5_Apply_online\"><\/span><strong>Step 5:<\/strong> Apply online<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\nThe employer <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mom.gov.sg\/eservices\/services\/work-permit-transactions-for-domestic-helpers-and-confinement-nannies\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">renews the work permit online<\/a> before it expires through the submission of certain key documents:\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Scanned copy of the personal particulars page of the helper\u2019s valid passport<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Security bond<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Personal accident insurance<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Medical insurance<\/li>\r\n \t<li>A $35 renewal fee<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nThe renewal will be immediately processed upon submission of the above-mentioned documents and the new work permit card will be delivered within 4 working days. After submitting the renewal application, check to see if the temporary work permit asks you to return the old card. If not, keep the existing card.\r\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_6_prepare_for_home_leave\"><\/span><strong>Step 6<\/strong>: prepare for home leave<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\nYour Indonesian helper is entitled to a home leave every 2 years. She will need to comply with certain <a href=\"https:\/\/www.helperchoice.com\/c\/maid\/home-leave\">immigration requirements<\/a> to be allowed to re-enter Singapore and as such must have a valid KTKLN card. She can either renew it at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kemlu.go.id\/singapore\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Indonesian Embassy in Singapore<\/a> or in her home country and will need to produce the following documents:\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>1 copy of her work permit,<\/li>\r\n \t<li>1 original and 1 copy of her passport<\/li>\r\n \t<li>1 copy of the work agreement produced by the Consular Department<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Planning_to_hire_a_domestic_worker\"><\/span>Planning to hire a domestic worker?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n \r\n\r\nWhether you&#8217;re hiring a domestic worker for the first time or looking for an experienced replacement, <a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.helperchoice.com\/c\/en-sg\/sg-service-page\/?utm_source=EMAIL&amp;utm_medium=EDM&amp;utm_campaign=SGOURSERVICES_CONVERSION&amp;utm_content=2026_Apr_SERVICEPAGE\">HelperChoice<\/a> helps you find qualified candidates through a transparent and ethical hiring process. From matching to visa support, we&#8217;re here to make every step easier.\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n<a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.helperchoice.com\/c\/en-sg\/sg-service-page\/?utm_source=EMAIL&amp;utm_medium=EDM&amp;utm_campaign=SGOURSERVICES_CONVERSION&amp;utm_content=2026_Apr_SERVICEPAGE\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Find Out More!<\/strong><\/a>\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_might_also_be_interested_in\"><\/span><strong>You might also be interested in:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.helperchoice.com\/c\/maid\/work-permit\">Foreign Domestic Worker (FDW) Work Permit<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.helperchoice.com\/c\/maid\/home-leave\">Maid Home Leave<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.helperchoice.com\/c\/maid\/employment-contract\">Employment Contract for Domestic Helpers<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.helperchoice.com\/c\/maid\/employment-law\">Maid Employment Law<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<figure><\/figure>\r\n<a class=\"button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.helperchoice.com\/c\/en-sg\/sg-service-page\/?utm_source=BLOG&amp;utm_medium=&amp;utm_campaign=ENSG_&amp;utm_content=__\">Search now! \u2192<\/a>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Updated on 18 March 2026 Singapore-based employers and their foreign domestic workers (FDWs) have the option to renew the employment contract without the help of an agency. Renewing a FDW\u2019s contract ultimately boils down to renewing her work permit \u2013 it is recommended but not compulsory (by MOM standards) to establish an employment contract between [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":53,"featured_media":12506,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"slim_seo":{"description":"Renew your maid\u2019s work permit in Singapore: step-by-step MOM guide for Filipino and Indonesian FDWs, insurance, and requirements.","title":"A Guide to Renewing your Domestic Helper\u2019s Contract and Work Permit - HelperChoice Blog"},"footnotes":""},"categories":[425],"tags":[556],"class_list":["post-12504","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-helpers-rights-and-regulation-sg","tag-employment-contract-en-sg"],"blocksy_meta":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/www.helperchoice.com\/c\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/f52c6efc8796dcf91e7fa298412efb916ce60f79-renew-work-permit-contract-domsetic-helper-singapore.jpg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.helperchoice.com\/c\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12504","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.helperchoice.com\/c\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.helperchoice.com\/c\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.helperchoice.com\/c\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/53"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.helperchoice.com\/c\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=12504"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/www.helperchoice.com\/c\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12504\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":16984,"href":"https:\/\/www.helperchoice.com\/c\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12504\/revisions\/16984"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.helperchoice.com\/c\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/12506"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.helperchoice.com\/c\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=12504"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.helperchoice.com\/c\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=12504"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.helperchoice.com\/c\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=12504"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}