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Important Update for Employers: Measles Vaccination Requirement for Maids with Young Children in Household

Dear Employers,

We would like to provide an important update following the recent news report published by Channel NewsAsia on 10 June 2025. The article announced that from 1 September 2025, it will be mandatory for new migrant domestic workers (MDWs) working in households with children aged 7 years and below to be vaccinated against measles or to show proof of immunity through a serology test.

Read the full article here: https://www.channelnewsasia.com/singapore/measles-vaccination-maids-migrant-domestic-workers-mandatory-households-young-children-5172091

Summary of The Article's Key Points:

• Starting 1 September 2025, all full-time maids employed to households with children aged 7 years or younger must be either vaccinated against measles or show proof of immunity through a serology test. This applies to new maids arriving in Singapore, to existing maids who are renewing their work permits, or existing maids seeking transfer.

• This move is aimed at protecting children aged 7 and younger against measles, a highly contagious airborne disease.

• The requirement will be implemented at the point of applying for the domestic helper’s work permit.

• This policy will not apply retroactively and is only for new employment arrangements starting from 1 September 2025 onwards.

What This Means for Employers

We understand that many employers—especially those with young children at home—may have questions or concerns about this announcement. Please be assured of the following:

1. Best Home is aware of the new policy

Like all other licensed maid agencies in Singapore, Best Home Employment Agency was made aware of this policy at the same time as the general public through media reports. As of now, no official directives or operational guidelines have been issued by the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) or the Ministry of Health (MOH).

We are actively engaging with our industry partners and monitoring all government communications closely. We will keep all our clients informed once more detailed instructions become available.

2. There is no need for immediate worry—this policy only takes effect from 1st September 2025

This is not an immediate change. The new requirement will only be enforced starting from 1 September 2025. There is still ample time, and we encourage all employers to remain calm while the government finalises the implementation framework.

3. If you are concerned and wish to take early action, Best Home is here to support you

   
   

We understand that some employers may prefer their helpers to undergo a measles serology test or to receive the MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) vaccination in advance.

Best Home is already in discussion with our partner clinics to develop affordable and convenient medical options for our clients. These packages will be made available to employers who wish to take proactive measures for their household's peace of mind.

We expect to finalise the details by next week, and will share a follow-up update with pricing and arrangements as soon as they are confirmed.

Best Home’s Commitment to Health and Safety

The health and safety of both our employers and maids have always been our top priority. As part of our standard procedures:

• All our helpers undergo a full medical examination before departure from their home countries.

• Upon arrival in Singapore, they go through another medical check as required by MOM.

• Maids already working in Singapore are required to attend regular six-monthly medical check-ups to ensure ongoing health and fitness for work.

  
  

These measures are strictly followed to protect all parties and uphold public health standards.

Stay Tuned For Updates

As this is a newly announced policy, details are still emerging. We encourage you to rely only on official updates, and rest assured that Best Home will provide accurate and timely information as soon as we receive it.

If you have any concerns or would like to express interest in pre-arranging vaccination or testing for your helper, please do not hesitate to contact your Best Home consultant. Our team is ready to assist you.

Thank you for your continued trust in Best Home Employment Agency.

Sincerely,The Best Home Employment Team

Serving Singapore families since 1996

www.besthome.com.sg

Your trusted maid agency for Myanmar, Indonesian, and Filipino maids

This message is based on publicly available information as of 10 June 2025. We await further guidance from the Ministry of Manpower and Ministry of Health and will update all clients once official instructions are released.