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A Quick Guide to Cancelling A Maid Work Permit in Singapore

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A Quick Guide to Cancelling A Maid Work Permit in Singapore

Handling the maid work permit process is not everyone’s cup of tea. Many people often look confused about how to handle the application, renewal process, and cancel maid work permit in Singapore. However, this blog will help you understand all you need to know about the maid work permit process.


We will discuss some crucial information in this blog post. It includes the actions you should take before canceling the maid's work permit and the prerequisites for doing so.


Actions To Take Before Cancelling Work Permit


Make sure you give your maid enough notice, as required by the employment contract, or pay in lieu of notice. Domestic helper work permit cancellation in Singapore requires specific procedures and regulations. Be sure to book a flight within two weeks of your domestic helper's last day of employment if she needs to leave Singapore.


There are cases where maids do not want to return home. So, it’s a wise idea to have your helper sign a document stating that she has decided to travel to her preferred country. It is to ensure a smooth and streamlined transition for both the employer and the domestic helper.


By doing this, you can avoid potential problems. But before booking a flight, make sure her passport is still valid. Additionally, you should also check if she has a valid visa for the destination country. It is also important to make sure she has the contact information of the country's embassy in case she needs help.


Also, before cancelling, you have one of two options: you can revoke her work permit within a week of her last day of employment or one day after it expires. Since your foreign domestic worker levy is charged until the day before the cancellation date, it is ideal to cancel it the day after her last day.



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