Can my helper change employer in the middle of the contract?

Generally no — the Immigration Department does not normally approve applications to change employer in Hong Kong within the 2-year contract. The helper would need to return to their place of origin and apply for a new visa from there.

However, exceptions may be considered (the change of employer can happen without the helper leaving HK) when: • The original employer cannot continue the contract due to external transfer, migration, death, or financial reasons • There is evidence the helper has been subjected to abuse or exploitation

After a premature termination, the helper may normally stay in Hong Kong for up to two weeks, or until the end of her permitted stay, whichever is earlier (the "two-week rule"). Those 14 days are a deadline to leave — not time to find a new employer in Hong Kong, unless one of the exceptions above has been approved.