Hong Kong•AsiaForeign Domestic Helper Visa / Entry Permit
At a Glance
Processing Time
28-56 days
Application Fee
600 HKD
Stay Duration
2 years
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Not Specified
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Employment visa for foreign domestic workers (maids, nannies, caregivers) employed by Hong Kong residents. Requires employment contract and employer sponsorship.
Domestic helper visas are employment-specific permits for foreign nationals employed as domestic workers by Hong Kong households. The visa is tied to employment and cannot be extended beyond the period of domestic employment.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Income
185,760 HKD
per year
Personal
Education
High School or higher
Excluded Nationalities
Citizens of the following countries are not eligible: AF, CU, LA, KP, VN
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Passport with validity
Employment contract
Standard ID 407 domestic helper contract
Testimonial
From previous employer
Medical certificate
Health check
OptionalPolice clearance
Character reference
OptionalSponsor Documents
Employer ID/passport
Copy of Hong Kong ID or passport
Proof of residence
Utility bill, lease, or property deed
Financial proof
Bank statement showing ability to pay
Employment contract
Standard Form ID 407
Release letter
If applicable, from previous employer
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Advantages
- Accessible employment pathway
- Renewable with continued employment
- 2-year initial validity
- No educational qualification requirements
Considerations
- Employment-specific and tied to employer
- Not eligible to bring dependents
- No settlement or PR pathway
- Strict wage regulations
- Limited to domestic helper occupation
Application Process
Secure domestic helper position
Employment contract with Hong Kong household
Employer gathers documents
ID, address proof, financial documentation
Helper completes application
Form ID 988A
Employer submits
Form ID 988B plus supporting documents
Interview
Applicant may be called for interview
Pay visa fee
HKD 600
Visa issuance
Normally 4-8 weeks processing
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