(Updated on November 2, 2023) In Hong Kong there are very few affordable nurseries, kindergartens or other childcare businesses offering daycare, so many families opt for hiring domestic helpers. Hiring a domestic helper allows a family to have dual income…
(Updated on September 27, 2024) Current salary and food allowance level The minimum domestic helper salary is set to HK$4,990 per month, while food allowance is at HK$1,236 per month. This applies to all foreign domestic helper contracts signed on or after September…
(Updated on January 8, 2026) What is OEC? The Overseas Employment Certificate (OEC) is an exit clearance issued by the Philippines’ Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) to all Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs). For Filipino domestic helpers employed in Hong Kong,…
On September 16 (Saturday), HelperChoice invited Ms. Priya Agrawal, a professional and experienced counsellor from The Zubin Foundation to discuss dealing with daily stress and share efficient tips with foreign migrant domestic helpers on HelperChoice platform. Here is the recap:…
(Published on September 14, 2023) Foreign migrant domestic workers (fdws) play a key role serving and supporting local family for household, child care or elderly care. Over a half of number of foreign migrant domestic workers (fdws) come from the…
(published on September 12, 2023) As per existing regulation governing the employment of foreign migrant domestic workers in Hong Kong, an employment agreement between an employer and a foreign domestic worker remains valid for a duration of two years. Upon…
(Updated on September 7, 2023) Last year, HelperChoice conducted a survey with Enrich HK to study how pandemic affected foreign migrant domestic helpers in Hong Kong. The result showed that 3 out of 10 domestic workers were in urgent financial…
(Updated on September 7, 2023) Foreign migrant domestic helpers in Hong Kong, like any other group of individuals, can experience a range of emotions and stress levels depending on various factors. Their experiences can be influenced by factors such as…
(Updated on September 7, 2023) Foreign domestic helpers (fdhs) in Hong Kong can seek medical care at various healthcare facilities, including public and private clinics and hospitals. Here are some options: Public Hospitals and Clinics: Public hospitals and clinics in…
(Updated on September 7, 2023) Occupational health for domestic workers refers to the protection and promotion of the physical, mental, and social well-being of individuals engaged in domestic work. This encompasses a range of measures aimed at ensuring a safe,…