Foreign Domestic Worker Levy Concession: Who Qualifies and What You Get
Learn how households caring for children or elderly members can access a reduced monthly levy for their foreign domestic worker.
This scheme provides a reduced monthly levy for households that employ a foreign domestic worker to care for specific family members.
Who it's for
This concession is specifically designed to support households that rely on a foreign domestic worker to assist with caregiving duties. To qualify, your household must include a person who requires specialized care, such as a young child or an elderly family member. This support is intended to ease the financial burden on families managing the daily needs of dependents.
What you get
When you qualify for this concession, you receive a significant reduction in your monthly levy payments. Rather than paying the standard monthly rate of $300, your household will pay a reduced levy of $60. This reduction is intended to make it more affordable to maintain domestic help for essential caregiving roles.
What it costs you
There is no fee to apply for this concession. However, it does require some effort in terms of documentation. You will need to provide official proof of your eligibility, such as medical certification or other required documents that confirm the presence of a young child or an elderly person in your care.
The catch to know
The most important thing to remember is that you cannot simply pay the reduced rate manually. To qualify for and receive this concession, your levy must be paid via GIRO. Ensuring your GIRO arrangement is active is essential to accessing the lower rate.
How to apply
- Confirm that your household meets the requirements, such as having a young child or an elderly person needing care.
- Prepare your supporting documents, including any necessary medical certification.
- Visit the official portal to submit your application for the concession.
- Ensure you have an active GIRO arrangement in place to handle your monthly payments.