2025 Anti-Abuse Measures

  1. No repeat applications within 6 months for same position
  2. Public disclosure of approved employer names
  3. Online complaint system
  4. Enhanced spot inspections by Labour Department

2:1 Staffing Ratio

For every 2 full-time local employees, employers may hire 1 imported worker. Some industries (elderly care, nursing homes) may qualify for exemptions.

Enforcement Data (as of end 2025)

832 complaints received, 758 investigated (91%), 47 confirmed violations (6.2%), 24 employers sanctioned.