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      What are the eligibility criteria to hire a helper?

      To hire a helper in Singapore, you must:

      • Be 21 years old and above
      • Not be an undischarged bankrupt.
      • Have the mental capacity to understand and discharge your responsibility as an employer fully.
      • Have some caregiving needs (e.g. young children or elderly family members)
      • Financial ability to hire, maintain and upkeep the helper in an acceptable accommodation.
      If you are a first-time employer of a helper, you must attend an Employer Orientation Programme (EOP) before you can apply for a Work Permit.