Maid Medical Examination
MME Renewal: A Timeline for Employers
By Content Writer, Dunman Medical Clinic
The Maid Medical Examination isn't a one-time requirement — it recurs every six months for as long as the work permit is active, which means it's easy for a busy employer to lose track over months or years. A simple, proactive timeline approach avoids the last-minute scramble and any risk to the permit's validity.
Since the examination window recurs on a fixed cycle from the original permit issue date, the most reliable approach is a standing recurring reminder set at the time of the first examination, rather than relying on remembering each time individually. Many employers find it easiest to book the next cycle's examination slightly ahead of the deadline, building in a buffer for scheduling availability.
It's also worth keeping a simple running record of past examination dates and results, both for your own tracking and in case of any query about compliance history. This doesn't need to be complicated — a dated folder of reports, physical or digital, is usually sufficient.
Practical tips
Set a recurring reminder at the first examination
Rather than tracking manually each cycle, set a standing six-monthly reminder from the very first examination date.
Book slightly ahead of the deadline
Building in a buffer for scheduling availability reduces the risk of missing the window due to a fully booked clinic near the deadline.
Keep a simple dated record
A folder of past examination reports, even just digital copies, is useful for your own tracking and any compliance queries.
When to see a doctor
Schedule each renewal examination ahead of its due date rather than at the last moment, and arrange a general consult promptly, independent of the routine schedule, if your FDW reports feeling unwell.
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- 6-monthly Maid Medical Examination booking
- Document reprints for MOM submission records
- General consult if your FDW is feeling unwell outside the routine schedule
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This article is for general information only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified doctor about your specific situation. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 995 immediately.