Overseas Filipino and Indonesian domestic helpers Arrive in Hong Kong in as fast as two months
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Foreign domestic helper information

What should employers do if their domestic helper disappears due to debt?

Since the pandemic, I have noticed an increasing number of cases involving foreign domestic helpers who suddenly disappear because of debt problems. From the employer’s perspective, such sudden disappearances not only disrupt daily routines but also cause considerable distress, especially when debt issues lead to harassment. Based on my experience, I would like to share some practical advice for employers on how to handle situations where a domestic helper goes missing due to

Dec 11, 2025

How to calculate Long Service Payment?

When a foreign domestic helper has worked for the same employer for five consecutive years, they become eligible for Long Service Payment (LSP) under Hong Kong labour law. The basic calculation for LSP can be expressed by the following formula: Final month’s wage × 2/3 × Years of service = Long Service Payment (subject to a maximum limit of HKD 390,000) It is important to note that not all terminations require the payment of Long Service Payment. Completing five years of ser

Dec 11, 2025

Foreign Domestic Helpers’ Minimum Wage

Foreign domestic helpers working in Hong Kong are protected by the statutory Minimum Allowable Wage (MAW) set by the Hong Kong Government from time to time. Compared with other regions that employ foreign domestic workers, Hong Kong offers a relatively competitive salary and employment benefits, which have consistently attracted workers from the Philippines and Indonesia over the years. When reviewing the MAW, the Government takes into consideration several factors, including

Dec 11, 2025

Services and Fees

Philippines

Completion of Contract (airfare to be separately arranged): HK$3,880
Termination (local application): HK$5,380
Termination (overseas application): HK$7,380

Indonesia

Completion of Contract (airfare to be separately arranged): HK$3,880
Termination (overseas application): From HK$7,980

Service Fees Include:

Processing of employment contracts, documentation, and notarization at the respective Consulate in Hong Kong
Application and processing fee for the work visa at the Immigration Department
Ongoing employment follow-up and counseling service for the helper
Free translation, document preparation, and consultation on relevant labour laws during the employment period
OWWA insurance fee (for Philippine Consulate requirement)
Airfare (limited to one-way ticket for terminated helpers returning to Hong Kong, capped at HK$1,500)
Other related expenses (if applicable)

Optional Add-on Services:

Medical examination upon arrival in Hong Kong at a registered laboratory: From HK$680
(Includes chest X-ray, routine urine test, pregnancy test, syphilis, hepatitis B, HIV, and stool/urine analysis, etc.)
Domestic helper insurance: From HK$1,280 (2 years, subject to insurance company’s pricing)
Helper HKID application and collection: HK$500
Airport pick-up service to company office: HK$300

Remarks:

If any local processing or overseas exit fees are charged to the helper by her home agency, such costs are not related to or borne by our company/website.
This service covers up to the successful issuance of the work visa and the helper’s arrival in Hong Kong. Any cancellation or termination of the application/contract by the helper or employer, or rejection by the Consulate/Immigration Department for exit or entry, lies beyond our company’s responsibility or control. We appreciate your understanding.
All listed prices are subject to change depending on time and market conditions. Please contact us for the latest quotation.

Enquiries via WhatsApp are welcome

Applicable for Contract Renewal after Completion of Two-Year Employment:

Must be the same employer and domestic helper.

Fees:

Philippines: HK$1,680
Indonesia: HK$1,980

Terms and Conditions:

Limited promotional quota available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Offer is subject to relevant terms and conditions.
If the domestic helper performs driving duties, an additional HK$1,000 will apply.
For urgent processing, an additional HK$500 – HK$1,000 will apply.

Service Fees Include:

Notarization of employment contract at the Consulate
Work visa application fee at the Immigration Department
OWWA insurance fee (for Philippine Consulate requirement)
Other related expenses (if applicable)

Optional Add-on Services:

Domestic helper insurance: From HK$1,280 (2 years, subject to the insurer’s pricing)
Visa extension fee: From HK$230
Airfare (to be separately arranged)
Medical examination at a registered laboratory after arrival in Hong Kong: From HK$680
(Includes chest X-ray, routine urine test, pregnancy test, syphilis, hepatitis B, HIV, and stool/urine analysis, etc.)

Remarks:

If any local processing or overseas exit fees are charged to the helper by her home country agency, they are not related to or borne by our company/website.
This service covers up to the successful issuance of the work visa and the helper’s arrival in Hong Kong. Any cancellation or termination of the application or employment contract by the helper or employer, or refusal by the Consulate/Immigration Department for exit or entry, falls outside our company’s responsibility or control. Your understanding is appreciated.
All listed prices are subject to change depending on time and market conditions. Please contact us for the latest quotation.

Enquiries via WhatsApp are welcome.

Fee: HK$1,000

Service Includes: Processing fee charged by the Hong Kong Immigration Department.

Domestic helper labour insurance not included.

If you wish to extend the existing employment contract for one additional month after the completion of the standard 24-month term (making it a total of 25 months), both the employment contract and work visa must be extended accordingly.

The labour insurance policy must also be extended to cover the additional month to ensure protection for both parties.

Applications must be submitted at least 8 weeks before the expiry of the current contract.

If any overseas agency charges the helper for exit processing or other related fees, those costs are not related to or borne by our company/website.

This service covers up to the successful issuance of the helper’s Hong Kong work visa and her arrival in Hong Kong. Any cancellation or termination of the application or employment contract by the helper or employer, or refusal by the

Consulate/Immigration Department for exit or entry, lies beyond our company’s responsibility or control. We appreciate your understanding.

All listed prices are subject to change depending on time and market conditions. Please contact us for the latest quotation.

Philippines: From HK$17,880
Indonesia: From HK$18,880

Service Fees Include:

Processing of employment contract, documentation, and notarization at the respective Consulate in Hong Kong
Application and visa fee for the Hong Kong Immigration Department
Arrangement of interviews between employer and helper
Ongoing follow-up and counselling support for the domestic helper during employment
Complimentary translation, documentation assistance, and consultation on labour law matters throughout the employment period
OWWA insurance fee (required by the Philippine Consulate)

Other Related Fees (if applicable):

Medical examination for domestic helper at a registered laboratory upon arrival in Hong Kong: From HK$680
(Includes chest X-ray, urinalysis, pregnancy test, syphilis, hepatitis B, HIV, and stool/urine tests, etc.)
Domestic helper insurance: From HK$1,280 (2 years, subject to insurance company’s pricing)
Visa extension fee: HK$230
Airfare: (To be separately arranged)

Remarks:

All listed prices are subject to change depending on time and market conditions. Please contact us for the most updated quotation.
If the helper’s local agency charges any exit processing or other related fees, such charges are not associated with or handled by our company/website.
This service includes assistance up to the successful issuance of the Hong Kong work visa and the helper’s arrival in Hong Kong.
Any cancellation or termination of the application or employment contract by the helper or employer, or refusal of application/exit/entry by the Consulate or Immigration Department, lies beyond our company’s responsibility or control. Your understanding is appreciated.

Philippines: From HK$15,880
Indonesia: From HK$16,880

Service Fees Include:

Processing of employment contract, documentation, and notarization at the respective Consulate in Hong Kong
Application and visa fee for the Hong Kong Immigration Department
Processing of government documentation in the helper’s home country (including overseas labour department verification and exit permit fee)
Airport pickup and transportation of the helper to our company’s office
Arrangement of telephone or video interviews between employer and helper
Accompaniment of the helper to report at the Consulate
Follow-up and counselling services for the helper during employment
Complimentary translation, documentation preparation, and consultation on labour law matters throughout the employment period
OWWA insurance fee (as required by the Philippine Consulate)

Other Related Fees (if applicable):

Medical examination at a registered laboratory upon arrival in Hong Kong: From HK$680
(Includes chest X-ray, urinalysis, pregnancy test, syphilis, hepatitis B, HIV, and stool/urine tests, etc.)
Domestic helper insurance: From HK$1,280 (2 years, subject to the insurer’s pricing)
Helper’s travel expenses from overseas to Hong Kong (including one-way airfare, exit tax, and airport tax): Price to be separately arranged
Application and collection of the helper’s Hong Kong Identity Card (HKID): HK$500

Remarks:

All listed prices are subject to change depending on time and market conditions. Please contact us for the latest quotation.
Any local processing or exit fees charged by agencies in the helper’s home country are not related to or handled by our company/website.
This service covers assistance up to the successful issuance of the Hong Kong work visa and the helper’s arrival in Hong Kong.
If the helper or employer cancels or terminates the application or employment contract voluntarily, or if the Consulate/Immigration Department refuses the application, exit, or entry, it is beyond our company’s responsibility or control. We appreciate your understanding.

Fee: HK$2,000

To prevent potential retaliation or emotional distress from domestic helpers upon dismissal, our staff will personally visit the employer’s residence with all relevant documents to handle the full settlement of salary and leave entitlements on behalf of the employer. This ensures a smooth handover and helps avoid any potential labour disputes. After the termination process, we will escort the helper from the premises to ensure the employer’s safety and peace of mind.

Additional transportation charges may apply for outlying islands or the New Territories.

All listed prices are subject to change depending on time and market conditions. Please contact us for the latest quotation.

Contact Us

Hong Kong Adventist Employment Centre aims to help every family hire their ideal domestic helper and strives to provide professional and dedicated services to every employer.

The company's founder has over 15 years of experience in human resources management, is familiar with Hong Kong labor laws, and understands all the details of the work visa application process.

We promise to do our best to provide you with the best service!

Overseas Filipino and Indonesian domestic helpers Arrive in Hong Kong in as fast as two months Local finished-contract helpers available All documentation handled by professional consultants

Foreign domestic helper information

What should employers do if their domestic helper disappears due to debt?

How to calculate Long Service Payment?

Foreign Domestic Helpers’ Minimum Wage

Services and Fees

Contact Us

Overseas Filipino and Indonesian domestic helpers Arrive in Hong Kong in as fast as two months
Local finished-contract helpers available
All documentation handled by professional consultants