Balikbayan Box 101: Everything OFWs in Hong Kong Need to Know

For many Overseas Filipino Workers in Hong Kong, sending a balikbayan box is more than just shipping goods — it’s an act of love...

Fighting Filipinas: 6 Reasons Why Public Brawls Not Uncommon Among Hong Kong Helpers

Public fights among Filipino domestic workers spending their days off in Hong Kong have been featured in the news recently. One might wonder what...

A Day in the Life of a Domestic Helper in Hong Kong

For many Filipinos, working abroad as a domestic helper is both a sacrifice and a lifeline. In Hong Kong, tens of thousands of Filipino...

Balikbayan Box Companies Filipinos in Hong Kong Should Avoid

Two cargo forwarding companies based in Hong Kong are among companies blacklisted foreign forwarders and consolidators by the Department of Trade and Industry  (DTI) in its July...

Filipino Tourists to Hong Kong Advised to Prepare Documents

Before thinking of what to wear or where to go in Hong Kong, Filipinos planning to travel to the city should first secure proper...

18 Things Could Happen If There are No OFWs in Hong Kong

What do you think Hong Kong would look like in a hypothetical scenario where there are no Filipino workers? Imagine, for some reason, there...

A Sunday Life for Filipino Domestic Helpers in Hong Kong

There are plenty of benefits to working in the special administrative region of China. First, it is just a couple of hours away from...

“It’s Time to Go Home, Ma!”

This was the heartwarming message of the son of a Filipina domestic worker who has spent the past 20 years in Hong Kong as...

Migrant Workers Chief Urges Filipinos in Hong Kong to Obey Laws, Avoid Illegal Side Jobs

Migrant Workers Secretary Hans J. Cacdac has reminded overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) in Hong Kong to strictly follow local laws and avoid taking on illegal side jobs, warning that violations could lead to arrest, detention, or deportation. “Filipinos are hardworking, but our diligence should always be in accordance with the law,” Cacdac said. “Moonlighting or accepting side work outside what...

Filipino Workers in Hong Kong: Their Roles and Significance in SAR

Overseas Filipino workers are a cornerstone of Hong Kong's multicultural workforce, with Filipinos comprising the largest group among foreign workers in the city. Their contributions...

Inaul and New Opportunities for Returning OFWs

Inaul, a fabric from Maguindanao, has become one of the Philippines' emerging exports. Its production has increased to meet growing demand, partly thanks to...

How to Obtain an Overseas Employment Certificate (OEC) in Hong Kong

The Overseas Employment Certificate (OEC) is a crucial document for overseas Filipino Workers  in Hong Kong. It serves as an exit clearance, proof of...

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14 Common OFW Scams Targeting Filipinos in Hong Kong

As new OFWs, meeting friends can help us navigate the new world of working abroad. They can provide guidance and answer questions. However, OFW scams can include new friends trying to steal your money, destroy relationships or even cause your employment termination. So before you put your trust in these friends, be aware of possible outcomes. Scams that target Filipino...

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