Singapore Expats

Hello,
Is anyone familiar with the hiring process for foreign domestic workers (FDWs)? I understand that employment agencies (EAs) impose service charges if an employer seeks an FDW through their channel. Surprisingly, the FDW also has to pay a significant amount to their local agency in Myanmar to secure the job. This agent fee can be up to six months of their salary if they cannot make an upfront payment, meaning they have to work for six months without pay. I'm curious whether the amount paid by the employee benefits only the local agent in Myanmar or is shared between both agencies. I am conducting research on the hiring process and do not intend to hire any FDW. Thanks to anyone who can provide insights.

I think it is supposed to be shared among both country agencies.

We employ FDW directly without agency so that the FDW need not have any pay cut.

The procedure is actually very straight forward and easy. But you need to ensure they can leave the country.

For Myanmar FDW, they will buy their own tickets cos there is a risk that they are not allowed to leave to country.

Thanks Pal, that sounds reasonable!