Domestic Helper
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Log in to postWhy maids do not reciprocate
To all DH employers out there, I really want to understand if it is common for maids not to reciprocate. I do not understand why when we treat them so well and regard them as part of the family,...
Helper's Birthday Gift
Our helper has been with us for 6 months and we are very happy with her. It is her birthday very soon, can someone tell me what is the norm re giving her money for birthday. I have bought her a few...
Difference between 'employment claims adjudication board' and 'Labour Tribunal'
How much time is taken by both these Jury. Body?
hiring domestic helper with under 15,000hkd monthly household income
We would like to hire a domestic helper. I am fully aware that the minimum monthly household income must not under 15,000 hkd. Would it be possible to hire someone if I will provide my monthy...
Filipino kid born in HK to DH MOM-Right of abode
Hi,This situation of mine may sound complicated but still I'll try to go into detail and expound on every issues.First, I am 29 years old born in Hong Kong. My Mother is a Filipina domestic helper...
UK tourists visa for DH
Hello everyone...!!Would like to ask, we are British family and we are intending to take our helper this summer holiday to UK for about a month, she's been with us for five years, the question is...
Recommendations for agencies for srilankan, nepali, indian helpers
Hi all,I am SAHM and have 3 young kids. Can you please recommend some agencies for Nepali, Indian, Sri Lankan helper.or if you know someone, pls let me knowI have already searched here and on other...
This is an example of trafficking
The recent report that says HK is a place that allows trafficking has been met with strong responses from Legco and other politicians. They feel our Labour laws are strong enough to cover the...
Helper requested emergency leave
Hi guys,I really need your help, please.My domestic helper has been with us for just over 2 months now. In a 6 days I was planning to take her with us on holiday to Europe. It took me a lot of time...
Terminating DH within two weeks
Previous threads were quite old.Does anyone have information as to how to terminate contract with my DH who has been with us just two weeks? How much notice do I need to give if she is still within...
Personal Liability Insurance for DH
Hello,Does anybody know if a domestic helper can obtain a personal liability insurance cover in Hong Kong?If yes, any tips which underwriter offers such policy?Appreciate all your feedback.
Domestic Helper Exit Hong Kong to Macau
1/ Can a domestic helper exit Hong Kong to Macau for a holiday without impacting her working visa?2/ Does she need to inform the current employer (her sponsor) whereabout she will be since she will...
DH to UK on tourist visa
Hi AllJust wondering if I can in any way bring my DH to the UK and have her work for my parents for 6 months (or as long as the visa allows) given my DH being previously employed under my parents...
DH to UK on tourist visa
Hi AllJust wondering if I can in any way bring my DH to the UK and have her work for my parents for 6 months (or as long as the visa allows) given my DH being previously employed under my parents...
Helper in Philippine can we hire her without Angency?
Hi everyone this is the first time I hire a helper. We found one helper who seems suitable but she has already been back to Philippine. Can i do all the paper work by myself without an angency?Ive...
Gift to departing Helper (FDH) after > 10 years
Hi All,Our maid will leave after 11 years working with us. I am torn for a departing gift.I need help for understanding what do you think is right. If it is money, how much? If it is a gift what...
Apply French Visa for DH travelling with us
Hi Everyone,I'm wondering if there is anyone successfully applying French Visa for DH. We will take our DH to France and Italy for 12 Days this summer.What kind of documents and application forms...
Syphilis infection..helper....
Hi All,We are in the middle of processing the visa for an overseas helper. Her agency got the medical checkup and it turns out that she has syphilis infection(VDRL test -ve, T.P.P.A test +ve).Now I...
DOMESTIC HELPERS ANNUAL & VACATION LEAVE
This is our first domestic helper who is getting ready to take annual leave and I was wondering if someone could tell me is there a difference between annual leave and vacation leave? I thought I...
Process of hiring a helper from overseas without agency?
The helper has twice of working experience in HK, The first one is 1 year, and the Second one is 5 months in last month before.I have already prepared all documents to Philippines consulate. But...
Canadian Visa for DH
The Canadian Consulate used to be in Exchange Square and now hasmoved.Is it just the passport office of the consulate that has moved? Or isitalso the visa office of the consulate that has moved to...
as tourist???
Hello need some advice...can i still go back here in hongkong as a tourist after terminating my contract?thank u
Clarification on Domestic Helper Only Allowed to work at Employer's Registered Address
In view of the recent news of a Domestic Helper being forced to work in China by her employer, would it be possible to have some clarification on the matter that Domestic Helpers are only allowed...
Creative Space Ideas?
Does anyone have a helper without a dedicated room? I am looking for a new apartment in Kennedy town, and there seems to be a dearth of listings that have a separate maids quarter. Do they stay in...
Helper contract renewal and salary increase
Hi all, I have had my helper for 6 years now and have just renewed her contract. I have always paid above min. and given an extra month's salary as a bonus at Xmas. She lives in with us, shares our...
Domestic Helpers Child
Hi,Is it possible for a domestic helper to bring her child (2yr old) in to Hong Kong if she has a contract of employment?Thanks in advance
Your opinion about this idea please
What if there was an organization of placement agencies similar to the HK tourist association?These member agencies would agreed to uphold the labour laws of HK toward the employer and employee to...
Part time helpers
Hi,What is the best approach for finding a part time helper in HK? Someone who can come once a week to cook and iron? Should I go through an agency or search forums?Any leads/ advice will be hugely...
Qns about hiring DH driver
I'm looking to hire a DH driver. Would like to know how much is the salary for 3-4 years HK driving experience. Do I need to pay for the phone bill? What else should be included in the salary package?
4h-6h/week domestic help (Stanley)
Hi,As I have just arrived in Stanley, at the Manhattan.I am looking for 4h-6h a week domestic help (cleaning/ironing) on April.If you have any contact, please let me know.Regards,Manuella