Free Foreign Worker Levy Calculator Singapore (FWL) – S Pass & Work Permit Quota Estimator

This foreign worker levy calculator helps you determine applicable levy tiers under MOM’s Foreign Worker Levy (FWL) and Foreign Worker Quota (FWQ)/Dependency Ratio Ceiling (DRC) limits for S Pass and Work Permit holders.

Use this Foreign Worker Quota (FWQ) / Foreign Worker Levy (FWL) Calculator to determine the number of S Pass and Work Permit holders you can hire by calculating your Dependency Ratio Ceiling (DRC), or quota. Based on your industry requirements and tiering of Basic skilled and High skilled workers, you may then compute your total levy cost.

  • Determine your Dependency Ratio Ceiling before computing the levy cost.
  • Compare S Pass vs Work Permit levy rates by sector and skill tier.

At Talenox, we believe in designing products for people, not personnel. Here we put together a tool for you to automatically calculate your foreign worker quota / dependency ratio ceiling, and foreign worker levy, so you can spend your best hours focusing on what truly matters for your business.

For more information on the Foreign Worker Levy and Quotas, you may refer to:

Work Permit Holders, Levy, Quotas, and Dependency Ceilings by MOM

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FAQ

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What is the foreign worker levy in Singapore?

It’s a pricing mechanism used by the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) to regulate the number of foreign workers in Singapore. Employers pay a monthly levy for Work Permit or S Pass holders.

What does this foreign worker levy calculator do?

It helps calculate the total monthly levy based on worker type (S Pass or WP), industry sector, and dependency ratio ceiling (DRC).

What is the Dependency Ratio Ceiling (DRC)?

DRC is the maximum allowed ratio of foreign workers to local employees in a company. It affects how much levy you pay.

Are levy rates different across industries?

Yes. Different sectors—like Construction, Marine, and Services—have different levy rates and tier thresholds.

Can I use this calculator for S Pass and Work Permit holders?

Yes, this calculator supports both pass types and calculates according to MOM's latest levy tiers and quota rules.

What is Talenox, and is it free to use?

Talenox is a cloud-based HR and payroll software for Singapore companies. It offers a free plan for small teams, with paid plans that include advanced features to streamline payroll, improve compliance, and save time.

Why did you build this free tool?

These free tools were built to help HR professionals and employers in Singapore make quick, accurate calculations for salary proration, CPF, and foreign worker levy without relying on spreadsheets.

Is this calculator linked to Talenox’s payroll system?

Yes. The calculators are built by Talenox and use the same logic as our payroll system, ensuring alignment with real payroll calculations.

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