A fresh maid is a helper coming to work in Singapore for the first time. She has completed training in Indonesia and can learn your family's routine from day one. Suria has placed Indonesian helpers with Singapore families since 2002.
Is a fresh helper right for you?
- You are happy to train her to your home, cooking and childcare routine
- You can wait several weeks for her documents, medical check-up and flight
- You prefer someone without habits from a previous Singapore employer
- You want a helper whose working history starts with your family
How hiring a fresh helper works
- Tell us your needs and we shortlist suitable helpers from Indonesia
- Interview your shortlist by video call
- We apply for the work permit and arrange her insurance and security bond
- She completes her medical check-up and flies to Singapore
- She attends the Settling-In Programme, then starts work with your family
See available helpers on our maid list, compare maid agency fees, or visit our office in Bugis.
Transfer vs fresh vs ex-Singapore maid
| Transfer maid | Fresh maid | Ex-Singapore maid | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Where she is now | Working in Singapore | In Indonesia, coming to Singapore for the first time | In Indonesia, worked in Singapore before |
| Time to start | Often 1–2 weeks after the work permit | Usually several weeks | Usually a few weeks |
| Singapore experience | Yes, current | None | Yes, previous |
| Interview | In person or video call | Video call | Video call |
| Best for | Families who need help soon | Families who want to train her their way | Experience without waiting for a local transfer |
Indonesian helpers available now
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Fira Turahmi
34 years
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Duwik Rahayu
34 years
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Haerunnisa
25 years
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Marisa
24 years
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Ainun Khorimah
23 years
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Asti Sri Wahyuni
23 years
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Cindy Nanda Irsandy
23 years
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Ita Kardina
32 years
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Our track record, published by MOM
The Ministry of Manpower publishes every licensed agency’s results in its Employment Agencies Directory. Here are Suria’s figures for 25 Oct 2025 – 25 Oct 2026.
Verify on MOM → Search “02C2836” in the directory. Checked 31 October 2026.Helpers who stayed with the same employer for at least 6 months.
Work permits approved for helpers placed by the agency.
Continuously licensed since 2002 under EA Licence 02C2836.
From 90 employer reviews collected by MOM.
Frequently asked questions
What is a fresh maid?
A fresh maid is a helper coming to work in Singapore for the first time, usually after training in her home country.
How long does it take for a fresh maid to arrive?
Usually several weeks, because of her travel documents, medical check-up, work permit and flight. We give you a timeline when we shortlist.
How much does a fresh Indonesian maid cost?
Suria packages start from $1,843.10, including the agency fee, service fee and insurance. You also pay the MOM levy and her monthly salary.
Ready to find your helper?
WhatsApp our team and we will send you a shortlist of suitable helpers.
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