How to Check and Pay Foreign Worker Levy in Singapore

If you employ migrant workers or a domestic helper in Singapore, you’re already familiar with the monthly rhythm of the foreign worker levy. Every month, the bill arrives — and every month, you need to make sure it gets paid on time. The Ministry of Manpower runs a straightforward online service that puts this process entirely in your hands: check what you owe, pay it automatically, or apply for a waiver if circumstances require it. Here’s how to use MOM’s Check and Pay Foreign Worker Levy eService without any hassle.

Official Service: MOM.gov.sg ·
Eligible Users: Employers of migrant workers or MDWs ·
Payment Method: GIRO or online via MOM portal ·
Status Check Time: 2 working days after deduction ·
Additional Options: Waivers and refunds available

Use the table below to quickly reference the key service parameters for managing your foreign worker levy obligations.

How to check and pay foreign worker levy?

The Check and Pay Foreign Worker Levy eService on MOM.gov.sg handles everything in one place — viewing bills, paying via GIRO or PayNow QR, and applying for waivers or refunds. Access requires Corppass authorization through your WP Online or EP eService account (your company secretary or IT administrator can set this up if needed).

Login to MOM eService

To log in, visit the eService page and authenticate using your Corppass credentials. Once inside, you’ll see your active Work Permits and S Passes listed, along with any outstanding levy amounts. The interface lets you view and download current and past levy bills — records for the past 15 months are stored under the Payments tab.

View levy bills

Levy bills become available on the 3rd working day of each month. The bill covers the previous month’s levy. For example, the June 2024 levy bill was due on 17 June 2024. You’ll see a breakdown showing the daily or monthly rate applied, depending on how many days your worker was active during the billing period.

Make payment or apply for waiver

If you have GIRO set up, the amount deducts automatically on the 17th of the following month (or the next working day if that date falls on a weekend or public holiday). You can check the deduction status 2 working days after the scheduled date. If GIRO hasn’t been approved yet, you can pay via PayNow QR using the reference shown on your bill.

The overall workflow for levy management follows a predictable monthly cycle: log in to review your bill, confirm the amount, and either let GIRO handle the deduction or make a manual payment before the deadline.

How to pay MOM maid levy online?

The “maid levy” is simply the foreign worker levy applied to Migrant Domestic Workers (MDWs). The same rules and eService apply: the payment due date is the 17th of the following month, and the same GIRO and PayNow QR options are available.

Access check and pay service

Log in to the same MOM eService and select the MDW levy option. You’ll see all domestic worker permits under your household or company’s name. Printed levy bills are only sent if there’s no GIRO on record, if your GIRO details changed, if helper details changed, or if the amount differs from what was previously billed.

GIRO deduction process

After your GIRO application is approved, levy deductions happen automatically on the 17th of each following month (or the next working day). To ensure the deduction succeeds, keep sufficient funds in your bank account by 6pm one working day before the deduction date, and verify that your GIRO limit covers the total levy amount across all your workers.

The pattern for MDW levy mirrors general foreign worker levy with one practical implication: households without GIRO setup must manually track the monthly deadline or risk late payment charges.

Manual payment options

If you haven’t yet set up GIRO, use the PayNow QR option shown on your levy bill. Scan it with your banking app and complete the payment by the due date. This works as a temporary solution while your GIRO application is being processed.

How to check foreign worker levy status?

There are three convenient ways to check your levy status: the MOM eService, the myMOM Portal, and the CPF website or mobile app. Each option gives you slightly different views of your payment history and current balance.

Via MOM portal

The Check and Pay Levy eService is the fastest way. Log in and navigate to the Payments tab to see your most recent levy bills and their payment status. GIRO deductions show as “Processed” 2 working days after the scheduled deduction date. If the status still shows “Pending” after that window, check whether your bank account had sufficient funds on the required date.

CPF webpage

The CPF website also provides levy information for employers who manage Work Permit holders. Log in with your SingPass and look for the levy section under your work pass records. This view is particularly useful if you want to see levy data alongside your regular CPF contribution records.

CPF mobile app

The CPF mobile app gives you on-the-go access to levy information. Open the app, navigate to your work pass details, and view the levy breakdown. The app refreshes data from the same MOM backend, so the information is current as of your last login.

Checking through multiple channels gives you redundancy — if one system is slow, the others typically update within the same timeframe, so you can confirm your payment status without waiting.

What are MOM levy payment methods?

The Ministry of Manpower offers two main payment routes for the foreign worker levy: GIRO for automatic monthly deduction, and PayNow QR for manual payment when GIRO isn’t available. Understanding both helps you choose or switch between them as needed.

GIRO setup

GIRO is the standard payment method for most employers. After your application is approved, levy amounts deduct automatically — no action needed on your part each month. The deduction happens on the 17th of the following month (or the next working day if that date falls on a weekend or public holiday). You can apply for GIRO through the eService itself using the GIRO Application Form.

Online payment

For employers without an approved GIRO arrangement, PayNow QR is the fallback. When you view your levy bill in the eService, you’ll see a QR code specific to that bill. Scan it with your bank’s mobile app to pay the exact amount shown. Payment must be completed by the due date (17th of the following month).

Application for GIRO if none

If you initially paid via PayNow QR and now want to switch to GIRO, submit the GIRO Application Form through the eService. Once approved, your future levy bills will deduct automatically. The transition is seamless — your existing PayNow QR payments continue until GIRO is active.

The catch with switching from PayNow QR to GIRO: your first GIRO deduction won’t trigger until the following month’s billing cycle, so you remain responsible for manual payments in the interim. For more details on foreign worker levy payments, you can refer to What is a content pillar.

How to handle MOM levy waivers and refunds?

Occasionally, circumstances mean your worker isn’t actively employed for a full month — overseas leave, hospitalisation, or other qualifying situations. In these cases, MOM allows you to apply for a levy waiver or request a refund for amounts already paid.

Apply for waiver

Waivers are available for specific situations such as overseas leave or hospitalisation, provided your worker qualifies. Submit your waiver application via the myMOM Portal or the Check and Pay Levy eService. The application process takes up to 5 minutes to complete online, though processing may take additional time for review.

Request refund

If you’ve already paid levy for a period that should have been waived, you can request a refund through the same eService. Refund requests are reviewed against your payment history and the supporting documentation you provide. For partial-month waivers, MOM uses daily levy rates in the calculation.

Contact MOM levy hotline

For questions about your specific situation, contact MOM directly. MOM officers can be reached through their official channels — note that MOM staff will never ask you to transfer money or disclose bank login details over a phone call or email. If you receive such a request, it’s a scam: report it to ScamShield at 1799.

The implication for employers dealing with overseas or hospitalisation leave: filing a waiver promptly saves more money than you might expect, since daily levy rates accumulate quickly over even a short absence.

You must pay the levy for each month by the 17th of the following month (or the next working day if it falls on a Saturday, Sunday or public holiday).

Ministry of Manpower (Government Authority)

The employer is responsible for paying the Foreign Worker Levy — not the employee.

QuickHR (HR Resource Provider)

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Employers handling foreign worker levies should also track Singapore work permit changes 2025-2026 that introduce new age limits and salary rules affecting hiring compliance.

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