Missed foreign worker levy payments can create serious problems for employers, including Work Permit renewal issues. Treat levy like a fixed monthly obligation from the first month of employment.
Why levy must stay current
Levy is owed for each month the Work Permit is valid. GIRO failures or manual payment lapses can accumulate arrears quickly.
Employer steps after a failed payment
Check FDW eService for outstanding amounts, restore GIRO or pay arrears through approved channels, and confirm status before renewal windows open.
Preventing repeat failures
Maintain sufficient account balance before deduction dates and update GIRO if you change banks. See FDW levy guide and salary and total cost guide for budgeting.
Confirm payment procedures on mom.gov.sg.
Last reviewed: August 2026.
