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There are a few inaccuracies here. The minimum rate for FDWs from Myanmar, Sri Lanka, Indonesia and the Philippines is S$450, S$497, S$550 and S$570, respective
by exidy 6y ago
There are a few inaccuracies here. The minimum rate for FDWs from Myanmar, Sri Lanka, Indonesia and the Philippines is S$450, S$497, S$550 and S$570, respectively per month. Experienced FDWs (5+ years) can earn S$700-$850 SGD. Usually FDWs work a 6-day week with one mandated rest day per week.
It is an offence for an employer to keep the FDW's passport[1].
I do agree with you on the power imbalance. It can make it hard for the FDW to assert their rights, even if they know they exist.
[1] https://www.mom.gov.sg/faq/work-pass-general/can-an-employer-keep-a-workers-passport https://www.mom.gov.sg/faq/work-pass-general/can-an-employer...