By KakiList Editorial Team·Updated April 2026·Editorial standards
Looking for maid agency near Jalan Besar MRT (DTL line)? This page lists KakiList-verified providers serving the Toa Payoh area around the station, ranked by Google rating and review count. All listings are independent — no paid placements, no affiliate fees.
A DTL station between Little India and Lavender, with the old Sungei Road thieves' market corridor and Jalan Besar Stadium close by. For households around Kelantan Road, maid agency teams who already cover Sim Lim Tower tend to offer faster arrival windows.
Because Jalan Besar sits in the Central zone, providers based within the zone usually waive travel surcharges — a meaningful saving on recurring maid agency bookings. The HDB property mix here also shapes what most providers are equipped for on arrival.
Typical maid agency bookings from the Jalan Besar area cover replacement guarantees, medical check arrangements, and MOM e-service submissions.
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A DTL station between Little India and Lavender, with the old Sungei Road thieves' market corridor and Jalan Besar Stadium close by.
Sim Lim Tower, Jalan Besar Stadium, Sungei Road heritage area, Kampong Kapor Methodist Church
Kelantan Road, Jalan Tan Tock Seng
DTL — Toa Payoh, Central Singapore
| Service | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|
| Agency Fee (new helper) | S$1,500 – S$3,500 |
| Agency Fee (transfer helper) | S$500 – S$1,500 |
| Work Permit Application | S$30 – S$50 |
| Medical Exam | S$50 – S$80 |
| Settling-In Programme (SIP) | S$75 – S$100 |
| Monthly Levy | S$300 – S$450/month |
Prices are estimates for Toa Payoh and may vary based on scope, property type, and urgency. Get exact quotes by requesting free quotes.
Pick a provider from the list above — each card has a direct WhatsApp button. Mention your block number or distance from Toa Payoh MRT so the provider can quote a realistic arrival time. Same-day bookings are common for Toa Payoh.
Every legitimate agency holds an MOM Employment Agency (EA) Licence — verifiable on MOM's online EA directory. The licence number should appear on the agency's website, invoices, and contract. Unlicensed agents operating in Toa Payoh is illegal and uninsurable — hiring through one leaves you with no recourse if the helper runs away or the agency folds.
Agency fee (S\$1,500-3,500) + MOM monthly levy (S\$60 concessionary or S\$300 standard) + helper monthly salary (S\$500-900) + insurance (S\$250-500/year) + medical exam and SIP (S\$150-200). Total first-6-months cost: S\$9,000-18,000 depending on helper source country. HDB property type affects living arrangements but not direct fees.
MOM publishes EA Grading (A+ to C) based on placement volume, dispute rates, and training compliance. Grade A+ agencies handle higher volumes with stricter internal standards. Grade C agencies are smaller or have recent infringements. Grade B and above is the reasonable baseline; Grade C warrants additional scrutiny.
Standard industry practice is 1-3 free replacements within 6 months if the helper turns out unsuitable. Agencies with vague or short guarantees ("1 month only") either lack confidence in their vetting or push cheaper placements. For first-time employers especially, insist on at least 6-month guarantee with 2+ replacements.
Filipino helpers generally have stronger English and formal training backgrounds (agency fees S\$2,000-3,500). Indonesian helpers are typically more affordable (S\$1,800-3,000) with good cooking and cultural fit for many Singapore households. Myanmar helpers have grown in availability (S\$1,500-2,800) and often have strong work ethic. The right source depends on your household needs — a good agency discusses trade-offs rather than pushing one.
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