How long does it take to hire a transfer maid in Singapore?

A transfer maid can typically be deployed within 1–2 weeks, since there is no overseas processing involved.

Can I interview a transfer maid before hiring?

Yes. You can interview her in person in Singapore before making a decision.

What is the cost of hiring a transfer maid?

Costs include agency fee, MOM work permit transfer fee, security bond (S$5,000, usually covered by insurance), personal accident insurance, and monthly salary from S$480.

Why is a transfer maid available for hire?

Reasons include employer relocating overseas, changing family needs, or mutual agreement to end employment. It does not necessarily reflect on the helper's performance.

Does MOM allow employers to hire transfer maids?

Yes. MOM permits transfer of FDWs between employers. The outgoing employer cancels the existing work permit and the new employer applies for a fresh one. 114 Maids manages the entire process.

What is the monthly levy for a domestic helper?

Standard levy is S$300/month. Concessionary rate is S$60/month for qualifying households with young children, elderly above 67, or persons with disabilities.

Find Your Ideal Transfer Maid in Singapore

23C1827 MOM EA licence

194 MOM-approved placements, latest published 12 months

65.4% Retention rate, above the 62.8% industry average

4.4★ MOM customer rating, 69 reviews

5.0★ Google rating, 23 reviews

MOM figures for 20 Sep 2025–20 Sep 2026. Verify licence 23C1827 in the Employment Agency Directory.

01 / A MATCH FOR YOUR HOUSEHOLD

Already in Singapore.
Still worth getting to know.

A transfer helper is changing employers within Singapore. Prior local experience gives you something concrete to discuss, but every household is different.

EXPERIENCE

Look at the actual duties

Go beyond years of experience. Ask about home size, cooking, care tasks and the responsibilities she handled herself.

TRY THIS IN THE INTERVIEW Ask her to walk through a normal weekday in her previous home.

EXPECTATIONS

Understand the change

Discuss the reason for transfer respectfully and clarify what both parties need from the next placement.

TRY THIS IN THE INTERVIEW Ask what worked well before and what she hopes will be different.

TIMING

Confirm a realistic date

A helper being in Singapore does not mean she can start immediately. Availability and the transfer arrangements need checking.

TRY THIS IN THE INTERVIEW Share your preferred date and ask what still needs to be confirmed.

02 / GET BEYOND THE BIODATA

Interview for your home.
Not just her history.

Bring your most demanding routine to the interview: school pickups, an older parent waking at night, or preparing dinner while supervising children.

Which duties did you handle independently?
What would you do first in this household scenario?
When would you ask us for help or clarification?

Talk through your requirements

03 / THE NEXT STEPS

From a suitable profile
to an agreed handover.

Your requirements come first. The shortlist, interview and written terms help turn those requirements into a considered decision.

Share duties & timing

Tell us your essential tasks and preferred start date.

Review history & interview

Discuss previous duties, expectations and the reason for transfer.

Confirm arrangements

Review the proposed transfer arrangements, quotation and written terms.

Coordinate the handover

The team checks the required process and coordinates the agreed date.

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LIFE AT HOME / IN FOCUS

Picture the next steps.

A considered move starts with clarity, preparation and a personal handover.

CLARITY BEFORE COMMITMENT

Know the full picture.
Then make your choice.

Request an itemised quotation for the selected candidate and hiring route. Discuss what is included, when payments are due, and the written support, replacement and refund terms.

Ask about costs

Discuss in your quotation

Salary and candidate-specific terms
Agency services and processing
Applicable government charges
Insurance, medical and other relevant costs
Travel or transfer arrangements
Written replacement and refund terms

TRANSFER MAID FAQ

A few things
to ask before
you decide.

Prefer to talk it through?

Speak with the team

How soon can a transfer helper start?

It depends on the candidate’s availability, required arrangements, documents and approvals. Ask for a case-specific estimate; being in Singapore does not guarantee an immediate start.

Can I interview a transfer helper in person?

Ask the team whether an in-person interview is possible for the selected candidate. Video interviews may also be arranged, depending on availability.

What should I check about previous employment?

Ask about actual duties, household size, care experience and reasons for each change. Ask the agency which details it has verified and which are the candidate’s own account.

Is a transfer helper always cheaper?

No. Compare the complete quotation for the specific candidate and arrangement. Review agency services, applicable processing costs, insurance and other relevant charges.

Where can I check the current transfer requirements?

Use the official MOM Work Permit guidance and ask the agency to explain the requirements for your case. Confirm the current process before committing to a handover date.

LET’S START WITH YOUR HOUSEHOLD

Your timing.
Your priorities.
A suitable shortlist.

Share your preferred start date and the duties your household needs most.

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What would help at home?

A few details to get the conversation started.

Name

Main household need

Hiring route

Preferred start

Anything else?