Hiring a transfer maid can shorten deployment time, but the process still involves coordinated steps between outgoing employer, incoming employer, agencies, and MOM.
Before making an offer
Verify transfer availability and Work Permit status with the agency. Discuss notice period with the outgoing employer's side and confirm realistic start dates.
Incoming employer paperwork
Apply for transfer through FDW eService, arrange insurance and bond updates, and plan medical checks if required. Levy setup must continue without gaps where MOM rules apply.
Handover week
Clarify duties, rest days, and salary in a new contract. Good handover between employers reduces confusion for the helper and your household.
Related: Work Permit checklist · FDW levy guide.
Transfer rules are set by MOM — confirm latest steps on mom.gov.sg.
Last reviewed: August 2026.
