Service Fee

Proof of Identity

• A copy of the employer’s Hong Kong Identity Card; or

• If the employer is not a Hong Kong permanent resident, please provide a copy of the personal particulars page of the passport together with the latest valid landing slip / visa.

 

Financial Proof

Generally, for each foreign domestic helper employed, the employer’s household income should be at least HK$15,000 per month. Please provide any one of the following:

• Latest tax demand note; or

• Bank statements showing salary payments for the latest 3 months; or

• Payslips / salary statements for the latest 3 months; or

• Proof of assets, such as fixed deposit or savings account statements for the latest 6 months showing a balance of at least HK$350,000.

 

Proof of Residential Address

Please provide proof of address matching the address stated in the employment contract:

• For example, the latest rates demand note, or utility bills issued within the past 3 months, such as water, electricity, or telephone bills.

• If the document is not under the employer’s name, please provide proof of relationship, such as a marriage certificate, birth certificate, tenancy agreement, or other relevant supporting documents.

• If the residence is a Housing Authority / Housing Society property, please provide:

1. A consent letter from the Housing Authority / Housing Society approving the helper’s residence in the unit; and

2. Copies of pages 1 to 4 of the tenancy agreement showing the address and household member information.

 

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If Replacing an Existing Helper

• Please provide the existing helper’s resignation letter / Notification of Termination of an Employment Contract (ID407E), stating the contract expiry or termination date.

 

If Hiring an Additional Helper

• Please prepare a brief letter explaining why the household requires an additional foreign domestic helper.

 

If the Helper Is Required to Perform Driving Duties

Driving any type of vehicle is generally not included in normal domestic duties. If the employer requires the helper to perform driving duties, a separate application must be made and sufficient justification must be provided.

The employer will also need to provide:

• Vehicle registration document

• Valid vehicle licence

• A letter explaining why the helper is required to perform driving duties

• If the vehicle is registered under a company name, an additional company letter is required confirming that the vehicle is for the private use of the employer and the employer’s family.