(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,…
(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) There are several organizations and government initiatives in Hong Kong that provide free classes or workshops for foreign migrant domestic workers (fdws). Splash Foundation Splash offers a learn-to-swim adult course, catering mainly to absolute beginners…
Updated 21 November 2025 Are you looking for a domestic helper for household cleaning and child care? There are more than 390,000 foreign domestic helpers (FDH) in Hong Kong. Some employers choose direct hire (hiring without a domestic helper agency…
(Updated on September 7, 2023) What Is “Break Contract”? A “break contract” domestic helper refers to a foreign domestic worker (FDH) who terminated their employment contract before its agreed-upon end date (usually 2-year employment contract). This means that the domestic…
(Updated on September 7, 2023) Why Help Your Maid Manage Their Financials? If domestic helpers don’t handle their financials well, they may encounter several problems: Debt accumulation: Poor financial management will lead to the accumulation of debt. Without proper budgeting…
(Updated on September 7, 2023) Hiring a maid in Hong Kong involves several steps and considerations. This guide will provide you with an overview of the hiring process and key factors to consider. Understand the legal requirements: Familiarize yourself with…
(Updated on 14 February 2026) In Hong Kong, most working parents, including local residents, mainland Chinese families, foreign expats, hire a migrant domestic worker to take care of their children and share they burden of household work. If you are…
(Updated on 14 February 2026) Having a first aid certificate is important for a domestic helper. Domestic helpers may be responsible for the well-being and safety of your children or your family. Accidents and emergency can happen at any time,…