Hong Kong is one of the countries where huge number of OFWs are working. The good thing is that an OFW residing in Hong Kong can renew the passport without going home to the Philippines. The processing takes about a month, but OFWs are encouraged to apply eight months prior to the expiration of the […]
OFW in Hong Kong
Hong Kong Insurance Policy for Domestic Helpers
Hiring a foreign domestic helper in Hong Kong is very affordable. Many families were hiring live-in helpers to take care their children and pets as well as do the general household chores. Being an employer entails responsibilities including the safety and well being of the helper. This is the main objective of the Hong Kong […]
Things to Remember When Working in Hong Kong
You don’t want to be empty-handed with knowledge about working in Hong Kong. Having a ‘Just-sign-the-contract-and-don’t-mind-anything-else-but-your-salary’ mindset would surely put you in a difficult situation when some unexpected happen. As they say, ‘Iba na ang may alam’ (You have an edge, and advantage when you have knowledge). Be an ‘equipped’ worker, not just with passion, […]
Hong Kong’s New Order to Protect Filipino Domestic Helpers will commence by January 2017
A new law that will protect foreign domestic helpers in Hong Kong will start January 2017 Everyone is well aware about how several unfortunate overseas workers are being abused physically, emotionally and even s*xually. It is quite saddening that in spite of several instances being constantly recorded, there hasn’t been an impacting move from the […]
BBC 100 Women Project Features Pinay Domestic Helper And Her Employer
BBC’s 100 Women project recently featured a Pinay domestic helper and her Hong Kong employer. The show highlights the inspiring stories of women from all walks of life fulfilling their unique roles in the 21t century. In one of their episodes, the program featured Marites Samson, a 32-year-old OFW currently employed in Hong Kong who […]