Can employer of foreign domestic worker (FDW) appeal against MOM fine?

Yes, an employer of a Foreign Domestic Worker (FDW) can appeal against a fine imposed by the Ministry of Manpower (MOM).

For pass holders (work pass holders or dependants) who meet any of these conditions, business employers or employment agents can use this form to appeal for a refund of the overstaying fines:

• Pass holders have obtained legal stay from the Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA).

• There was a delay in the processing of the pass holders’ pass extension requests.

The appeal must be submitted to MOM within the stipulated deadline stated in the notice, together with supporting documents and a clear explanation of the circumstances. MOM will review the case based on its merits, including whether there were valid reasons, mitigating factors, or evidence of compliance efforts.

However, approval is not guaranteed. Employers should ensure the appeal is well-supported, timely, and factually justified to improve the chances of a favourable outcome.

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