🇸🇬 Singapore · Employer-sponsored work

Work Permit for confinement nanny — requirements, costs & how to apply

Official source Updated 2026-06-24 · Government page ↗

Who is eligible

Job offerRequired
Employer sponsorRequired
Health insuranceRequired (valid in-country)
Age range23–70

How to apply

  1. Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
  2. Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://www.mom.gov.sg/passes-and-permits/work-permit-for-confinement-nanny/eligibility.

Frequently asked

Do I need health insurance?

Yes — valid health insurance in the country is required.

Sources & verification

Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.

Health insurance

“You should buy medical insurance of at least $15,000 to cover your nanny during her employment with you.”

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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-24.

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