How To Identify Unethical Maid Agencies In Hong Kong? | Hiring A Domestic Helper (Updated on September 6, 2023) Common practices of unethical employment agencies Hiring with an unethical employment agency can be a trouble for both the helper and…
(Updated on September 6, 2023) Domestic helpers usually refer to themselves with 1 of the 3 contract types: “finished contract”, “break contract” and “terminated contract”. Apart from being a possible way to judge the quality of the helper, to the…
(Updated on September 6, 2023) Hiring a domestic helper in Hong Kong is a common practice, many hong kong families wanted a domestic helper to help release the burden of housework. But did you know that not everyone can employ…
(Updated on 13 February 2026) What is Direct Hire? Direct hire means to only use a domestic helper agency for processing helper visa and the employment contract. Your agency will first collect the necessary documents from both the employers and…
(Updated on 12 February 2026) In an industry often clouded by high fees and lack of transparency, HelperChoice stands as a beacon of change. Founded as a social impact startup, our mission has always been clear: to eradicate illegal placement…
(Updated on April 27, 2023) Searching for the right helper is not always an easy task as there is a lot of contradicting information out there that can cause confusion among employers-to-be. It can be difficult to distinguish between urban myths and…
(Updated on 12 February 2026) It is tempting to cast a glance at the many helper profiles available online to get a sense of what is out there. But before getting there, it is important that as a future employer…
(Updated on 12 February 2026) If you are a domestic helper, please see this article instead: Job Interview Tips for Domestic Helpers Interviewing a domestic helper is a crucial task in your quest for a trustworthy and capable domestic helper.…
(Updated on April 25, 2023) Employers often assume that foreign domestic helpers have to undergo a probationary period to evaluate whether they are a ‘good fit’ and after which both parties can decide whether to go on with the working…
(Updated on April 25, 2023) One of the most frequently asked questions by employers who opt for direct-hire is that: how can I know the candidates’ work quality when there are no recruitment agencies screening candidates for me? Employers who…