Fair Agency Bulletin | 30 May, Helper Appreciation Day

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Hello!

This Sunday is 'Helper Appreciation Day' in Hong Kong! Migrant domestic workers support our families in many ways - taking care of our elderly, preparing healthy home-cooked meals, getting the kids to school on time... the list goes on! They truly are a key part of our life in Hong Kong.

Did you know? In Hong Kong,

There are over 370,000 migrant domestic helpers. The majority of workers are from the Philippines and Indonesia, but there are also workers from countries such as Thailand, India, Sri Lanka, Nepal.
1 in 8 households & 1 in 3 households with children employ a domestic helper
On average, a domestic helper is supporting 4-5 family members back home
The majority of domestic helpers are women, oftentimes mothers who are working abroad in order to provide a better future for their children.

There are many ways you could celebrate 'Helper Appreciation Day.' You could support your domestic helper to take self-development workshops, learn more yourself about domestic workers, or share a message of thanks with a special card!

Happy 'Helper Appreciation Day! From all of us at Fair Agency

Hiring Right Now?

How long does it take to process a domestic helper visa?: We've laid out the timelines for each of the steps needed to hire a Filipino domestic helper (local & overseas processing) and Indonesian domestic helper (local processing)
What documents do I need to hire a domestic helper?: New to Hong Kong? Once you have these documents you can begin hiring.
What should I consider when hiring a co-worker for a domestic helper?: Here a few things you should discuss and decide before hiring a co-worker
Can domestic helpers relocate with their employer directly to Hong Kong?: If you're moving to Hong Kong, your Filipino domestic helper may be able to relocate directly with you without going back home.

Management Topics

Fair Chats: Hiring and Management Guidance
Let's discuss hiring and managing solutions that work for everyone at Fair Chats! Positive and balanced management guidance for employers of domestic helpers. Let us know what you'd like to hear about next!

Baby Care Training for Domestic Helpers
We're excited to be able to offer a 15% discount to Uplifters' Online Baby Care Course for Domestic Helpers. We think it is a great resource because it's tailored to domestic helpers and is developed by a registered paediatrician, and a paediatric nurse.

Learn more about this course & see our previous guide created in collaboration with Uplifters and Holly Wong Yoga: free PDF guide on working with your domestic helper for baby care.

Coronavirus Updates:

The second round of compulsory testing for all domestic workers ends 30 May (including 30 May).

Domestic helpers should make sure to not delete and keep the SMS Text Message with the COVID-19 test result in case they are asked for it. Or keep the vaccination records on their phones in case they are asked for this. The Labour Department conducted an inspection on 16 May at areas where many domestic helpers congregate on their rest day.

See: more details

More: Coronavirus updates affecting domestic helpers

Immigration Reminders:

Domestic helpers are included in the HKID Replacement Scheme
1-3 Month Extension on Contract with the same domestic helper and employer is a COVID-19 flexible policy by the HK Immigration Department.
Have you and your domestic helper deferred home leave? Check the visa expiry date.
Did your domestic helper recently renew their passport? Check the visa expiry date.
FAQs on Home Leave
How can domestic helpers apply for a visitor visa after their last working date?

Service Updates:

We are accredited by the Philippine, Royal Thai, and Indonesian Consulates. Here are the services we provide:

Full Placement - Filipino or Indonesian domestic helper processing available
Direct Hire Local Processing: Filipino, Indonesian, Thai domestic helper processing available
Direct Hire Overseas Processing: Filipino, Indonesian, Thai domestic helper processing available
Contract Renewal: Filipino, Indonesian, Thai domestic helper processing available
Visa Extension: Our visa extension service is HK$800, or you can do this yourself with our detailed guide.

Useful Resources:

Follow the 'Chats with Fair Agency' on Facebook for conversations on management topics
Go to our Get Answers portal for more!
The Hong Kong Labour Department's Newsletter for Employers of Domestic Helpers

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Fair Employment Agency Limited
Tsuen Wan Office : 3611 2997
Sheung Wan Office: 3568 6858
Email: info@fairagency
Office hours: 10am-5pm everyday, except Wednesdays
Employment Agencies Administration License # 63908 | www.labour.gov.hk
We are accredited by the Philippine, Royal Thai, and Indonesian Consulates