What documents should a domestic helper prepare for holiday travel?
February 13, 2018 11:19 amDomestic helpers should bring along the following documents for going back home for holidays. Original HKID Original Passport (with the... View Article
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How can I update the address on a domestic helper’s contract?
January 22, 2018 6:03 pmThe Hong Kong Standard Employment Contract sets out a number of provisions which employers and domestic helpers must agree to... View Article
Information and resources to navigate pregnancy of domestic helpers
December 20, 2017 4:32 pmThis post is written with the support of PathFinders, an NGO in Hong Kong providing support and services to pregnant... View Article
An employer’s guide to gifts and bonuses for domestic helpers
December 12, 2017 6:40 pmHolidays and special occasions are a great opportunity to show appreciation to a domestic helper’s work. Here are some of... View Article
Who pays for a domestic helper’s flights to go home?
December 12, 2017 4:36 pmFor each employment contract, employers are responsible to cover the travel expenses for one round trip from domestic helper’s place... View Article
FAQs on domestic helper home leave
November 21, 2017 11:37 amWhat is domestic helper home leave? Home leave (also called vacation leave) is a requirement by the Hong Kong Immigration... View Article
Are there any cooking classes for domestic helpers?
October 16, 2017 7:53 amBy planning menus, choosing recipes, buying ingredients and preparing meals, domestic helpers can have a huge impact on the health... View Article
FAQs on statutory holidays
October 10, 2017 5:38 amAre domestic helpers entitled to statutory holidays if they have been working for less than 3 months? Yes, domestic helpers... View Article
Is domestic helper insurance necessary?
October 10, 2017 4:03 amYes. Employers are required to purchase insurance for their domestic helpers in Hong Kong. According to Hong Kong law, the employer... View Article
Does the employer have to pay for a domestic helper’s medical expenses?
October 10, 2017 3:42 amYes. According to the Standard Employment Contract, employers must provide free medical treatment and emergency dental treatment for domestic helpers.... View Article