Who Pays for Domestic Helper Insurance and Air Tickets in Hong Kong?

Hiring a foreign domestic helper in Hong Kong involves more than simply finding the right candidate. Many employers, especially first-time employers—have questions about the costs involved, including domestic helper insurance and air ticket arrangements.

At HelperLink HK, we believe in providing accurate and transparent information so employers can make informed decisions before beginning the hiring process.

Under the Standard Employment Contract and applicable Hong Kong regulations, employers are responsible for providing employees’ compensation insurance coverage for their foreign domestic helper throughout the entire employment period.  

Domestic helper insurance is arranged separately by the employer because it falls under the employer’s unique legal responsibilities. While it is not included in our base placement fee, we are always happy to guide you toward trusted insurance options.  

2. Who Pays for the Air Ticket?

Air ticket arrangements depend on the helper’s employment status and the specific hiring timeline.

Under the Standard Employment Contract and applicable Hong Kong regulations, employers are expected to cover travel costs between contracts:  

•  For Finished-Contract Helpers: When a helper completes a contract locally and switches to a new family, the previous employer is typically responsible for their travel arrangements back to their home country.  

•  The New Employer’s Role: As the incoming employer, you are responsible for providing the air ticket for the helper’s journey from their home country to Hong Kong to begin their contract, alongside a standard daily food and travel allowance (typically HK$100 per day) during transit.  

•  Deferred Home Leave: Many local arrangements utilize “deferred home leave,” allowing the helper to start working for your family right away, with the mandatory trip back to their home country postponed for up to one year. You will provide their return flight to Hong Kong following this leave period.

HelperLink HK Transparency Promise

Before you proceed with any placement, we will clearly explain:

• The helper’s current employment status

• Whether home leave arrangements apply

• All applicable hiring costs

• What is included in our placement package

• Any additional expenses you may need to prepare

No hidden fees. No surprises.

Why Employers Choose HelperLink HK

Hiring a domestic helper is about more than completing paperwork. Our role is to help you find the right helper, not simply any helper.

With HelperLink HK, you benefit from:

•  Personalized Matching: Tailored candidate screenings based strictly on your family’s daily needs.

•   Experienced Local Candidates: Finished-contract helpers who are already familiar with living and working in Hong Kong.  

•  Interview Coordination: Smooth, hassle-free scheduling to meet candidates seamlessly.

•  Expert Guidance: Full support and clear communication throughout every stage of the hiring process.

•   Transparent Pricing: Clear costs with absolutely no hidden placement fees.

We believe finding the right match can save families time, reduce stress, and support a highly successful, long-term working relationship.

Our standard HK$10,000 Placement Package is built entirely on clarity.

What IS Included:

•   Personalized candidate matching and recommendations

•  Dedicated interview coordination

•   Visa and document processing through our licensed processing partner

•   Medical examination (where included in the processing package)

What IS NOT Included:

The following items are arranged separately by the employer or depend on the individual contract timing:  

•   Domestic helper insurance  

•  Air ticket or travel expenses (if applicable)

•   Any external government or third-party charges not specified in the standard processing package

The HelperLink HK Difference

Unlike traditional agencies that may present a large number of candidate profiles, HelperLink HK focuses on carefully recommending candidates who best match your family’s needs.

Whether you require dedicated support with childcare, newborn care, elderly care, cooking, or housekeeping, our team is completely committed to making the hiring process smoother, more transparent, and highly personalized.

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Disclaimer: This article is provided for general information only. Employment obligations may vary depending on the helper’s individual circumstances and the applicable Hong Kong regulations. For specific guidance, please consult the Hong Kong Labour Department or contact HelperLink HK.