Employer Notice

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Everything you need before hiring — from eligibility and income proof to how we handle your personal data.

Employer notice Privacy Ordinance statement

Part I

Eligibility and proof of income

The Immigration Department requires the applicant or the household to have a total income of HK$180,000 a year — an average of HK$15,000 a month. The threshold moves with the statutory helper wage.

A range of financial evidence is accepted — submit whichever fits your circumstances. A spouse’s income may be combined; a marriage certificate is enough.

Type of proof	When it applies, and what to submit
Tax records	The latest government notice of assessment — the most direct and effective proof
Salary records	Six months of bank auto-payment records, together with an offer letter or salary notice
Cash-based trades	Taxi drivers, contractors and similar may submit a business licence, contracts or account books as evidence of stable income (the Immigration Department retains final discretion)
Rental income	A valid tenancy agreement stamped at the Land Registry
Liquid assets	Proof of fixed deposits, shares or fund investments over the last 3 months (must be stable holdings, not short-term transfers)
Business documents	Business registration certificate, company tax return, shareholder proof or annual return for a sole proprietorship, partnership or limited company
Applying for parents	When hiring for retired parents, the employer may act as guarantor — submitting income proof, documents of kinship and a guarantee undertaking to cover all expenses

Part II

Accommodation and proof of address

Accommodation standard

A separate room is not required, but a dedicated bed in a fixed space must be provided, ensuring reasonable privacy and adequate rest.

Proof of address

A rates demand note, a utility bill, or a stamped tenancy agreement — any one is accepted.

Public housing tenants

Eligible public housing tenants may hire a foreign domestic helper, but must apply to their estate office for a temporary residence permit, bringing the notarised contract, a copy of the tenancy agreement and an application letter. Once approved, the helper counts towards the household, and the total must not exceed the flat’s approved quota.

Part III

Wages and basic arrangements

Statutory minimum wage: Currently HK$5,100 a month (the actual amount follows the latest Immigration Department announcement).
Food and accommodation: Breakfast, lunch, dinner and accommodation must be provided free of charge. Where food is not provided, a food allowance must be paid under the contract.
Clothing and equipment: Helpers often come from tropical regions — employers should provide suitable clothing for the season, particularly warm clothing in winter.
Scope of work: Work is limited to the address and household duties stated in the contract. Assigning work outside the contract, or moving the helper elsewhere, is unlawful.

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Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance

Privacy Ordinance policy statement

Protecting trust, transparent and compliant — how we look after your personal data

Asia-One Employment Agency (“the Agency”) complies strictly with the Hong Kong Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance. This statement explains how we collect, use, protect and manage your personal data. We value your trust and are committed to safeguarding your privacy to the highest standard. We reserve the right to revise this statement from time to time and recommend reviewing the latest version periodically.

I Purpose of collection and use

We collect personal data only where necessary for providing employment services, running the business and meeting legal requirements. The data is used to:

Process helper applications, renewals, visas and consulate procedures
Provide client consultation, matching services and after-sales support
Design and recommend products and services suited to your needs
Comply with the statutory requirements and guidelines of the Hong Kong government or regulators

If the required data is not provided, we may be unable to open a service file for you or discharge our legal responsibilities.

II Confidentiality and necessary sharing

Your data is kept strictly confidential. We do not disclose it to unrelated third parties, except where:

You have given explicit consent
Disclosure is required by law, a court order or a regulator
It is necessary to perform the service contract — for example, providing data to the Immigration Department, consulates in Hong Kong, overseas training centres, insurers and professional service providers

All authorised organisations and staff are bound by strict confidentiality agreements, and the data is used only for the stated purpose.

III Security and retention

Security: we use enterprise-grade firewalls, encryption and strict access control to prevent unauthorised access, alteration or loss.
Retention: data is kept only for as long as needed to fulfil the service purpose or a legal requirement, then securely destroyed or anonymised.
Your responsibility: keep your own account details (such as passwords) safe and never share them. We will never ask you for your password in any form.

IV Direct marketing and your right to opt out

We may use your contact details to send promotional information about employment services, partner products (home, insurance and health services) or charitable activities.

The choice is entirely yours: if you do not wish to receive any direct marketing, tell us by email or in writing at any time. We will action your request free of charge within 30 days and make sure nothing further is sent.

V Your statutory rights

Under the Privacy Ordinance you have the right to:

Check whether we hold your personal data and request a copy
Request correction of any inaccurate or outdated data
Understand our policies and practices for handling personal data

A reasonable administrative fee may be charged for a data access request. This statement does not limit any of your statutory rights under the Ordinance.

VI Contact us and terms of this statement

For privacy enquiries, or to exercise any of the rights above, please contact us:

Email: admin@asiaone.hk
Address: Room C, 1/F., King Fung Building, 60-62 Kwong Fuk Road, Tai Po Attn: Mr Herbert Lau, General Manager

Agreement: By browsing this website or using our services, you agree to the terms of this statement.
Language: In case of any discrepancy between the Chinese and English versions of this statement, the Chinese version prevails.

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