Employer Requirements
Basic eligibility criteria and documents required from employers
Personal Documents
Documents to prove your eligibility as an employer
- NRIC or valid passport
- Proof of residential address
- Latest income tax assessment or payslips
- Bank statements (last 3 months)
- Marriage certificate (if applicable)
Financial Requirements
Proof of financial ability to employ a helper
- Minimum household income of $2,000
- Proof of ability to pay monthly salary
- Security bond payment of $5,000
- Foreign worker levy payment capability
- Insurance premium payments
Helper Requirements
Documents and criteria required for the foreign domestic worker
Personal Documents
Basic identification and personal documents
- Valid passport (at least 6 months validity)
- Birth certificate
- Educational certificates
- Marriage certificate (if applicable)
- Previous employment records
Qualifications
Required certifications and training
- Minimum 8 years of formal education
- Settling-in Programme (SIP) certificate
Insurance & Protection
Mandatory insurance coverage and protection requirements
Medical Insurance
Required medical coverage for your helper
- Minimum coverage of $60,000 per year (increased from $15,000)
- Coverage for inpatient care and day surgery
- Co-payment structure: 75% insurer/25% employer for claims above $15,000
- Stage 2 (July 2025): Direct hospital reimbursement
- Stage 2 (July 2025): Standardized exclusion clauses
- Stage 2 (July 2025): Age-differentiated premiums
- Coverage for COVID-19 related expenses
- 24-hour emergency assistance
Other Insurance Requirements
Additional mandatory protection coverage
- Personal accident insurance ($60,000 minimum coverage)
- Security bond ($5,000)
- Primary Care Plan (PCP) for outpatient services (from July 2025)
- PCP coverage: GP consultations, basic diagnostics, preventive care
- PCP premiums: $120-$200 annually with minimal co-payments
- Coverage for medical evacuation and repatriation
- Insurance policy documents need to be kept accessible
Additional Requirements
Other important documents and requirements to complete the hiring process
Employment Contract
Required employment documentation
- Signed employment contract
- Safety agreement form
- Job scope description
- Salary and benefits details
- Rest day arrangements
Accommodation
Proof of suitable living arrangements
- Photos of helper's room/space
- Adequate rest area documentation
- Basic amenities provision proof
- Safety compliance documentation
- Privacy arrangements
Training Requirements
Mandatory training and orientation
- Employer's Orientation Programme (EOP) certificate
- Helper's Settling-in Programme (SIP)
- Safety awareness course completion
- House rules documentation
- Emergency procedures briefing
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