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[Suitable for Part-Time Helpers] Domestic Helper Insurance 2025 | 6 Mistakes That Could Void Your Coverage | Even One Day of Work Requires Insurance

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Eric Lau

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2024-05-15

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2026-05-18

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Many couples are busy with their careers and often hire part-time/domestic helpers to handle household chores. Even though these helpers work part-time or are hired on a one-time basis, if an accident occurs during their employment resulting in injury or death, the employer is legally responsible. Therefore, the law requires employers to purchase insurance for domestic helpers.

How is Domestic Helper Insurance different from Foreign Domestic Worker Insurance? What should you pay attention to when purchasing insurance? Today, Kwiksure will share the essential information on buying Domestic Helper Insurance.

Table of contents

Do You Really Need to Buy Domestic Helper Insurance?
What Are the Differences Between Domestic Helper Insurance and Foreign Domestic Worker Insurance?
6 Mistakes That Could Void Your Coverage
Comparison of 5 Domestic Helper Insurance Premiums

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Do You Really Need to Buy Domestic Helper Insurance?

Yes, according to the Employees' Compensation Ordinance, all employers must purchase labor insurance for their employees, and domestic helpers are no exception. Regardless of the length of their working hours, you need to buy labor insurance to cover the legal responsibility for work-related injuries.

What Are the Differences Between Domestic Helper Insurance and Foreign Domestic Worker Insurance?

Compared to Foreign Domestic Worker Insurance, Domestic Helper Insurance offers more limited coverage, mainly fulfilling the legal requirements under labor insurance. The coverage generally includes three main areas:

Personal Accident Coverage: Compensation for injuries or death due to accidents while the domestic helper is working.
Liability Coverage: Protection against third-party bodily injury or property damage claims due to negligence during work.
Medical Expenses: Coverage for medical expenses arising from work-related injuries, including medical treatments, surgeries, hospital stays, chiropractic care, and physical therapy.

In terms of policy duration, Domestic Helper Insurance can be as short as one month, making it suitable for employers who do not frequently hire domestic helpers, such as for annual deep cleaning.

Comparison of Domestic Helper Insurance and Foreign Domestic Worker Insurance
	Domestic Helper Insurance	Foreign Domestic Worker Insurance
Covered Individuals	Part-time helpers, domestic helpers, maternity care helpers	Overseas domestic workers
Employee Compensation	Yes	Yes
Personal Accident Coverage	Depends on policy terms	Yes
Personal Liability Coverage	Depends on policy terms	Yes
Outpatient, Hospitalization	No	Yes
Fidelity Guarantee	No	Yes
Shortest Policy Duration	One month	One Year
Employee Name Required for Policy	No	Yes
Premium (HKD)	From $150	From $400

6 Mistakes That Could Void Your Coverage

Insured Age

The age of the insured domestic helper is generally required to be between 18 and 65 years old. However, different insurance companies may have varying age limits, so be sure to check the policy terms before purchasing.

Scope of Work

The coverage of Domestic Helper Insurance is limited to specified routine household chores, such as cleaning, laundry, ironing, and changing bed linens. If the helper performs tasks outside this scope (e.g., car washing), the insurance may not cover any accidents that occur.

Single Address

Each Domestic Helper Insurance policy covers only one address. If you need to clean multiple addresses, you must purchase a separate insurance policy for each location.

Effective Date

You should plan ahead and schedule the domestic helper's work in advance, as the policy cannot be altered after it becomes effective.

Non-Nominal System

Unlike Foreign Domestic Worker Insurance, Domestic Helper Insurance operates on a non-nominal basis, meaning you do not need to provide the helper's name when purchasing the policy.

Matching Service Fees

Many online platforms offer matching services for domestic helpers, but the fees often do not include the relevant insurance. After successfully booking a helper, remember to purchase Domestic Helper Insurance to avoid violating the law.

Comparison of 5 Domestic Helper Insurance Premiums

Insurance Company & Plan Name	Shortest Policy Duration	Employer Liability Compensation	Personal Accident Coverage	Personal Liability Coverage	Premium (HKD)
Dah Sing Insurance - Family Helper	One year	100 million	Not applicable	Not applicable	$350
Bank of China - Smart Helper Insurance Plan	One month	100 million	Not applicable	$50,000	$150
FWD Insurance - Domestic Helper Insurance	Three months	100 million	$20,000	$50,000	$199
Blue Cross - Helper Supreme (Plan A)	One year	100 million	Not applicable	Not applicable	$297.5
Avo - Domestic Helper Insurance	One year	100 million	Not applicable	Not applicable	$210

*Final premium is subject to the insurance company's official announcement.

Source: Labour Department

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The above information is for reference only. Kwiksure takes no responsibility for the accuracy and timeliness of the information. For the coverage, mode of compensation, benefit limit and premium levels of any specific insurance plan, please refer to the relevant policy terms.

Author

Eric Lau

Eric is a content creator for Kwiksure, responsible for writing articles on various topics such as cars, travel, domestic helpers, etc., striving to provide readers with detailed and practical information.

With over 20 years of experience in the media industry and driving, Eric has worked for several newspapers, magazines, and online media outlets. Apart from his passion for writing, he also enjoys the pleasure that driving brings. On average, he drives over 40,000 kilometers per year.

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