> In order to get a permit to hire an FDW in Singapore, there has to be a demonstrated need, i.e. to care for young children or the elderly. The actual criteri

> In order to get a permit to hire an FDW in Singapore, there has to be a demonstrated need, i.e. to care for young children or the elderly. The actual criteria to get a permit doesn't seem too onerous [1]. There is a concessionary rate for the work permit levy if the household has young children, elderly, or disabled people though [2]. [1] https://www.mom.gov.sg/passes-and-permits/work-permit-for-foreign-domestic-worker/eligibility-and-requirements/employer-requirements https://www.mom.gov.sg/passes-and-permits/work-permit-for-fo... [2] https://www.mom.gov.sg/passes-and-permits/work-permit-for-foreign-domestic-worker/foreign-domestic-worker-levy/levy-concession https://www.mom.gov.sg/passes-and-permits/work-permit-for-fo...