So you’ve finally picked the right maid candidate, and settled everything from their visa to accomodation for them. However, if you think you’ve already fulfilled your obligations as a responsible employer, think again. According to government statistics from 2016, there are around 350,000 maids in Hong Kong, which makes up approximately 3% of the local population. It is stipulated under the Employees’ Compensation Ordinance that health insurance is required for domestic helpers to protect them against the costs of injuries, accidents or illnesses during their employment. Given the huge domestic helper workforce in Hong Kong, and the subsequent business opportunities for insurers, there are a myriad of maid insurance plans on the market. Amid cut-throat competition you may be enticed to purchase the cheapest option you can find. However, cost should not be the only concern. In this week’s Kwiksure blog post, we are going to highlight the key aspects you should take into account when securing maid insurance - namely premium, coverage, waiting period, exclusions, and reimbursement process.