Information and Latest Trends of Foreign Domestic Helpers in Hong Kong

香港政府公布2026年外傭最低工資及膳食津貼最新水平。一文了解最新人工、生效日期、新舊合約安排及僱主注意事項。

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Recently, we have redesigned and reorganised our website. This is not just a new look, but a comprehensive upgrade to make the website clearer, more complete, and more convenient — from layout design and information structure to practical tools and user experience. The new website comes with more practical features, allowing employers and domestic helpers to find the information they need more efficiently: 🔍 Search Domestic Helpers Browse different domestic helper profiles a

Your Next Employer Could Be Looking For You Today. ❤️ At ZenCare Employment Resolve, we believe every domestic helper deserves the opportunity to find a good employer. That's why we've upgraded our online registration system. You can just simply click and register your information: https://zencare.agentpro.com.hk/en/online-registration# After registration: ✨ Your profile can be viewed by employers. ✨ We will also recommend suitable employers based on your experience. ✨ More o

Today's day and night are long. Sister Homey, who keeps working day and night, took photos on the spring equinox.

The Li Ka-shing Foundation, in collaboration with Hong Kong Disneyland, will invite 5,000 foreign domestic helpers from diverse backgrounds to enjoy a magical day at the park on March 29 and April 12, respectively, expressing heartfelt gratitude to these unsung heroes who toil tirelessly. This year’s event embraces greater cultural diversity, extending invitations beyond the Filipino community to include helpers from Indonesia, India, Sri Lanka, Nepal, and Thailand, with quot

In response to the increasing burden on middle-class families, Legislative Council (LegCo) members submitted a proposal in January 2026 to include the salary expenses of employing Foreign Domestic Helpers (FDHs) as a deductible item for Salaries Tax, aiming to alleviate financial pressure on families. This policy is currently at the proposal stage and has not yet been officially implemented. Background of the Proposal: LegCo members believe that "sweetener" measures (fiscal

Recently, we conducted a self-assessment of our company, ZenCare Employment Resolve , using the industry-leading AI answer engine, Perplexity . Unlike standard chatbots, Perplexity is hailed as the "Encyclopedia of the AI Era." It distinguishes itself through real-time web search, rigorous fact-checking, and the provision of original sources. It represents a high standard in market research and objective analysis, lending its evaluations significant credibility. In this era o

All FDHs employed at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po at the time of the fire are eligible to apply for a special subsidy of HK$20,000. To facilitate FDHs’ applications for the subsidy, a special counter will be set up on 6 and 7 December 2025 (Saturday and Sunday) from 11:00 to 17:00 hours at 16/F, One Mong Kok Road Commercial Centre, 1 Mong Kok Road , Kowloon to answer enquiries and receive applications. Applicants can also return the attached application form by fax ( 3101 06

​The Labour Department (LD) today (December 3) announced the arrangements for disbursing a special subsidy of $20,000 to each affected foreign domestic helper (FDH). The subsidy for FDHs supports FDHs who have originally worked at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po, to help them cope with the difficulties arising from the lack of family support in Hong Kong and the total loss of personal belongings in the fire. The LD is liaising with the relevant consulates-general in Hong Kong and t

The Government’s plan to provide $200,000 as a token of solidarity to the families of each deceased victim in the Wang Fuk Court fire will also apply to the families of foreign domestic helpers who passed away in the fire. Secretary for Home & Youth Affairs Alice Mak said social workers from the Social Welfare Department will contact the families of the deceased foreign helpers to facilitate distribution of the relief. Addressing media alongside Miss Mak, Secretary for Labour

The Immigration Department launched a large-scale anti-illegal worker operation codenamed “Blockade” starting from the 18th of this month, conducting surprise raids at 27 targeted locations across Hong Kong, including restaurants, dim sum restaurants, and food manufacturing factories, resulting in 34 arrests. Among those arrested were 24 suspected illegal workers (predominantly former foreign domestic helpers of Indonesian nationality), 8 employers suspected of employing ille

The Immigration Department (ImmD) held a themed seminar for over 180 newly arrived Indonesian foreign domestic helpers (FDHs) in Hong Kong at the invitation of the Consulate General of the Republic of Indonesia in Hong Kong yesterday (November 18). The event aimed to enhance FDHs' understanding of the Immigration Ordinance and raise their awareness of issues relating to trafficking in persons. During the seminar, ImmD Enforcement Branch officers reminded FDHs that they s

The Consumer Council has highlighted several issues within Hong Kong’s domestic-helper employment industry, revealing three areas of concern: Some agencies promote a “100% refund” policy, yet impose numerous restrictive terms that make such refunds virtually impossible. During online interviews, some helpers receive live translation assistance, leading to an overestimation of their language and overall communication abilities. Even after signing multiple contracts, some emplo

Sincere gratitude to the industry leader — Ms. Chan from Linkheart Employment and her company team for specially closing their shop to visit our company and celebrate our opening. Your kind intentions and thoughtful arrangements have deeply moved and greatly encouraged us. Thank you all once again for your warm-hearted generosity 🙏🏽

Lunar August 25 — An auspicious day to open anew. The light is gentle today; ZenCare Employment Resolve sets forth. From this day on, we hold to one purpose — Let every employer acquired a trustworthy helper. We trust the process.

https://www.info.gov.hk/gia/general/202509/29/P2025092900318.htm?fontSize=1 The Government announced today (September 29) that the...

Foreign domestic helpers (commonly known as “helpers”) have become an indispensable part of Hong Kong society. They not only support...