Cheapest Maid Medical Check-Up Singapore 2026 — Clinics, Prices, What to Bring

It usually starts with a calendar ping at 9pm: "Helper's 6-monthly medical due in 4 days." You scroll through Google, every clinic quotes a different price, and the cheapest-looking one is 40 minutes away by bus. Sound familiar? This guide cuts through the noise — we list the actual cheapest maid medical check-up options in Singapore for 2026, what each test costs, and the small tricks that shave S$20-S$40 off your bill without cutting corners on MOM compliance.

Reviewed by Wendy Tan, EA Personnel under Upwill Employment (MOM EA Licence 24C2628). Last updated 20 May 2026.

Why your helper needs regular medical check-ups (entry + 6-monthly)

The Ministry of Manpower (MOM) requires every Migrant Domestic Worker (MDW) to undergo two types of medical examinations during her employment in Singapore:

• Pre-Employment Medical Examination (PEME) - also called the entry medical. Done within 14 days of her arrival, before her Work Permit can be issued.
• 6-Monthly Medical Examination (6ME) - done every 6 months thereafter, for as long as she remains in Singapore. Missing a 6ME deadline can lead to Work Permit revocation and a S$1,000 security bond forfeiture.

Both are designed to screen for infectious diseases (TB, HIV, syphilis, malaria) and pregnancy - conditions that, under MOM rules, disqualify a helper from working in Singapore. Since 2025, MMR (measles-mumps-rubella) vaccination status is also checked. See our full pillar guide on the domestic helper medical check-up in Singapore for the regulatory deep-dive.

2026 Singapore price range - cheapest to most expensive

Below is the realistic market range we see across MOM-licensed clinics in 2026. Prices include GST and the MOM e-submission fee unless noted.

Translation: a routine 6ME should never cost you more than S$80 unless you're at a Raffles- or Parkway-tier clinic. If you're being quoted S$120 for a basic 6ME, walk away.

Cheapest clinics in 2026 (the practical list)

These are clinics consistently quoted at the lower end of the 2026 price range. All are MOM-recognised for FDW medical examinations. Always call ahead to confirm same-day pricing and walk-in availability.

1. Anteh Dispensary (Geylang)

One of the longest-running budget options for FDW medicals. Walk-ins accepted; results typically e-submitted to MOM within 1-2 working days.

• Address: Geylang Lor 23 area
• 6ME price: from S$45
• PEME price: from S$85

2. Q&M Medical (multiple branches)

Available island-wide. Branches in Toa Payoh, Hougang, and Jurong East are popular for FDW medicals due to walk-in friendliness.

• 6ME price: S$55-S$70
• PEME price: S$95-S$110

3. Healthway Medical (network of 100+ clinics)

Largest GP network in Singapore. Many branches accept Aviva/Income/MSIG helper insurance card holders at preferential rates.

• 6ME price: S$60-S$80
• PEME price: S$100-S$130

4. Frontier Healthcare

Branches in Bukit Panjang, Sengkang, and other heartland areas. Reliable e-submission turnaround.

• 6ME price: S$55-S$75

5. EzyHealth Medical

Often bundled with maid agency packages. Competitive PEME pricing.

• PEME price: S$85-S$100

6. Lifeline Medical

Small chain with FDW-focused pricing. Particularly popular for entry medicals through agencies.

• 6ME price: from S$50

What's tested at each check-up

The exact panel depends on whether it's an entry medical (PEME) or 6-monthly (6ME).

6ME - 6-Monthly Medical Examination

• Pregnancy test (urine)
• Syphilis (VDRL blood test)
• HIV (blood)
• General physical examination

PEME - Pre-Employment / Entry Medical

• All of the 6ME tests, plus:
• Chest X-ray (TB screening)
• Malaria (for helpers from endemic regions)
• MMR vaccination status verification (since 2025)
• Fitness-to-work declaration by the doctor

Entry medical (PEME) - different scope, higher cost

The PEME is the more comprehensive examination, and the one most employers overpay for because it's bundled into a maid agency package. The agency markup can be S$30-S$60 on top of the clinic's actual fee. If you're renewing a Work Permit or doing a transfer, you can usually bring your helper directly to a clinic and skip the markup - see our guide on renewing a helper Work Permit in Singapore.

6-monthly medical examination (6ME)

The 6ME is the cheaper, recurring one. Two practical reminders:

• The 6ME must be completed within the 6-month window from her last examination date. Going 1-2 days early is fine; going 1 day late is a Work Permit condition breach.
• You can check her next due date in your MOM employer dashboard - see how to check Work Permit status for the step-by-step.

2025 MMR vaccination rule

Since January 2025, MOM has required new MDWs to show proof of MMR (measles-mumps-rubella) vaccination as part of the entry medical. If the helper cannot produce a vaccination record from her home country, the clinic will administer MMR on the spot - typically adding S$25-S$50 to the PEME bill. This is a one-time cost, not recurring at every 6ME.

How to save: insurer-network clinic discounts

This is the most underused trick. Major helper insurance providers (Income, AIG, MSIG, Aviva, Etiqa) have panel clinics that offer subsidised rates to policyholders. The discount is usually S$10-S$25 on a 6ME.

1. Pull out your helper's insurance policy document (or check your helper insurance dashboard).
2. Look for the panel clinic list - most insurers publish it on their website.
3. Call the clinic, mention the insurer's name, and ask for the panel rate.

If you haven't bought helper insurance yet, or your renewal is coming up, compare panel coverage as part of your shortlist - see our maid insurance comparison for Singapore 2026.

Other ways to save

• Group bookings: If you and your neighbour both have helpers due in the same month, some clinics will quote a small per-helper discount for 2+ bookings.
• Off-peak weekdays: A few clinics offer Tuesday/Wednesday morning discounts to balance footfall.
• Avoid public-hospital outpatient: Polyclinics generally don't do FDW medicals, and private hospital GP outpatient (Raffles, Parkway) is consistently the most expensive route - expect S$120+ for a 6ME.

What to bring on the day

• Helper's Work Permit card (or NRIC of employer if Work Permit is still being processed)
• Helper's passport
• Insurance card / policy reference if claiming panel-clinic rate
• Her last 6ME result (if doing a renewal - helps the clinic match her record in MOM's system)
• Cash or card - most clinics accept both; some smaller dispensaries are cash-preferred
• A bottle of water and a light snack - the wait can be 1-2 hours at busy branches

What if the test comes back positive

If the helper tests positive for pregnancy, HIV, syphilis, TB, or malaria, MOM will be notified by the clinic and her Work Permit will be cancelled. She will need to return to her home country. As the employer, you are responsible for:

• Booking her return air ticket (within 14 days of cancellation)
• Settling outstanding salary and home-leave pay
• Notifying your insurer - most helper policies include a repatriation benefit
• Filing the FDW levy stop date with IRAS - see our FDW levy guide for the cut-off mechanics

A positive result is not a fault on your part as an employer. MOM provides the structured process; your job is to act within the 14-day window.

Medical check-up cost-saving checklist

1. Call 2-3 clinics, ask for the all-in 6ME price (clinic fee + MOM submission)
2. Check if any are on your insurer's panel - ask for the panel rate
3. Avoid private hospital outpatient unless you have a specific medical reason
4. Book Tuesday or Wednesday morning if your clinic offers off-peak rates
5. Bring her last 6ME result to speed up the consultation
6. Diarise the next 6ME date the moment this one is done - late = Work Permit breach

Doing this once means the next five 6MEs run on autopilot. The first one is the hardest.

Reviewed by: Wendy Tan, EA Personnel, Upwill Employment Pte Ltd, MOM EA Licence 24C2628. Wendy has placed over 1,200 MDWs in Singapore households and specialises in renewal compliance for second-time and long-term employers.