CPF for foreigners
Do I pay CPF for my foreign employee?
The situation
No. CPF applies to Singapore Citizens and PRs. Foreign employees are not covered.
The law
- Sec 7, Central Provident Fund Act 1953: Employers pay CPF for Singapore Citizen and PR employees monthly
- Skills Development Levy Act 1979: Employers pay SDL for all employees, local and foreign
What it means for you
SDL still applies to all employees, including foreigners. If a foreign employee becomes a PR, CPF starts at graduated rates. Employers sometimes contribute CPF for foreigners by mistake. Refunds can be requested from CPF Board.
What to do
- Check status.
- Skip CPF for foreigners.
- Pay SDL.
- Update on PR.
We can do this for youMonthly CPF and SDL contributions: SGD 150