MWD (Helper) Levy Calculator
Calculate your monthly Foreign Domestic Worker (FDW) levy and check for 2026 concession eligibility.
The Migrant Domestic Worker Levy
The Migrant Domestic Worker (MDW) levy is a pricing mechanism to regulate the number of foreign domestic workers in Singapore. Employers must pay this levy every month via GIRO.
The Concession: To support families with caregiving needs, the government offers a highly subsidized rate of S$60 per month for households with children, elderly members, or persons with disabilities.
How to Use This Calculator
- Household Review - Check if any of your immediate family members living with you meet the age or disability criteria.
- Verify Citizenship - Most concessions require the dependent family member to be a Singapore Citizen.
- Check Rate - The calculator instantly reveals your monthly and annual cost based on the 2026 schedule.
Calculation Formula & Example
The Formula
Levy = S$300 (Normal) or S$60 (Concession)
Where:
- Child Cutoff = Age 16
- Elderly Cutoff = Age 67+
Example Calculation
If you have a 3-year-old child and hire a helper, you pay S$60/month. Once the child turns 16, the levy automatically reverts to S$300/month unless another concession applies.
Benefits of Using This Calculator
- Cost Budgeting - Account for the true monthly cost of home help beyond the helper's salary.
- Identify Savings - Many employers forget to apply for the PWD concession which can save S$2,880/year.
- Automatic Updates - Know when your levy will increase based on the age of your children.
Calculator Use Cases
Calculate the total financial commitment of hiring a domestic worker.
Determine the subsidy available when caring for elderly parents at home.
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