Cancel a Work Permit for a migrant domestic worker (MDW)

Cancel a Work Permit for a migrant domestic worker (MDW)

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When to cancel the Work Permit

Who can cancel

How long it takes

When levy stops

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If your helper has left Singapore and will not return to work

Before cancelling

Agreement in writing between employer and helpers before buying an air ticket

When to cancel the Work Permit

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How to cancel

After cancelling

Transit arrangement, such as connecting flights and layover hours Allowance needed to sustain her during the transit

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Before booking the flight

Additional step for employment agencies

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Helper is still in Singapore

Helper has left Singapore

• Log in to our FDW eService to cancel the Work Permit.

• Print the Special Pass and give it to the helper. The Special Pass allows the helper to stay in Singapore before leaving.

• The helper needs to show the Special Pass and a valid passport to the immigration officer when leaving Singapore.

• Must ensure your helper leaves Singapore as scheduled.

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Security bond

Will usually be discharged 1 week after your helper’s departure

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When the bond will be discharged

When the bond will be forfeited

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