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Short, practical reading for families hiring a helper in Singapore.
How much does it cost to hire a maid in Singapore? (2026)
The full cost of a domestic helper in Singapore in 2026: salary, the $300 or $60 levy, insurance, the security bond, one-off fees and the helper loan, with worked examples.
First-time employer checklist: hiring a helper in Singapore
What a first-time employer of a domestic helper in Singapore has to do, in order: the orientation programme, choosing, the paperwork, getting the home ready and the first week.
Direct hire or maid agency in Singapore?
Hiring a helper yourself or through an agency: a plain comparison of the choice of candidates, paperwork, training, replacement, cost and risk.
Helping your new helper settle in
The first weeks decide how a placement goes. Practical ways to help a new helper adapt to your home and to life in Singapore.
What should I look out for when hiring a helper?
What to check before you hire a helper in Singapore: the agency's licence, her biodata and work history, the interview, medical checks and the contract.
Pros and cons of hiring a transfer helper
A transfer helper is already in Singapore and can start sooner. The real advantages, the things to check, and how the transfer works.
Hiring the right helper in Singapore: a complete guide
Seven steps to hiring a domestic helper in Singapore: what you need, the real cost, the interview, MOM's requirements and the first month at home.