There are over 370,000 foreign domestic helpers in Hong Kong, and they play an important role in taking care of families and doing household chores. As an employer, knowing their holiday rights is not just a legal duty – it also helps build a better working relationship. Starting from 2026, the number of statutory holidays will increase from 14 to 15 days. Employers must follow the law and give their helpers these holidays to avoid misunderstandings or breaking the law.

The Labour Department announced the statutory holidays for 2025 in early May. It is important to note that statutory holidays are different from public holidays in Hong Kong, as there are fewer statutory holidays than public holidays. The holidays for foreign domestic helpers are arranged according to statutory holidays. This article not only shares the dates of the statutory holidays in 2025 but also provides important notes for employers and foreign domestic helpers to carefully plan their holiday schedules for 2025!