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Working in Singapore

  Karen Grace Pascual,  Jun 30, 2004

Medical Examination
All foreign domestic workers must pass a full medical examination by a registered doctor upon arrival in Singapore before work permits are issued. Thereafter, medical examinations are required every six month with the employer shouldering the expenses.

Renewal of Work Permits
The work permit must be renewed within 3 days before its expiry. The following documents are required:
  • A new security bond/security deposit slip;
  • In-principle approval letter;
  • Results of the medical examination;
  • Employee's passport; and
  • Completed renewal form.

    Change of Employer
    Application for a change of employer for foreign domestic workers in Singapore will only be considered if the expiry date on the foreign domestic's Work Permit is more than one (1) month from the date of submission of the application.

    Public Holidays
    Workers also enjoy 11 public holidays in a year; namely
  • New Year
  • Lunar New Year (2 days)
  • Good Friday
  • Labor Day
  • Hari Raya Puasa (signifies the end of the fasting month of Ramadan)
  • Vesak Day,
  • Hari Raya Haji (marking the conclusion of the annual Haj -pilgrimage to the holy city of Mecca)
  • National Day
  • Deepavali (festival of lighting of lamps that pays obeisance to Mother Lakshmi for attainment of health, wealth, knowledge, peace, valor and fame)
  • Christmas Day

    ***If a public holiday falls on a Sunday, the following day will be a holiday.
    The Employment Act governs the terms and conditions of employment and stipulates the rights and obligations of employers and employees.


    As a reminder this is a brief summary of what to expect in starting a career in Singapore. There are more rules and guidelines to be followed under special cases. Be diligent and surf on the net or visit the Singapore Embassy here in Manila at 35th Floor, Tower 1, The Enterprise Center, 6766 Ayala Avenue corner Paseo De Roxas, Makati City. Call them at 751-2345.

    In Singapore, the Philippine Embassy is located in 20 Nassim Road, Singapore. Our Charge d'Affaires is Ms. Minda C. Cruz. They can be called up on the number (65) 6737-3977 / 6834-2938

    For jobs to Singapore check out WorkAbroad.ph’s openings by clicking here.
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