Question & AnswerQ&A (Republic Act No. 7655)
Republic Act No. 7655 is an Act increasing the minimum wage of househelpers in the Philippines and amending Article 143 of Presidential Decree No. 442, as amended, also known as the Labor Code of the Philippines.
The minimum wage rates are: P800 per month for househelpers in Metro Manila cities and highly urbanized cities; P650 per month for those in other chartered cities and first class municipalities; and P550 per month for those in other municipalities.
Househelpers working in Manila, Quezon, Pasay, Caloocan, and municipalities of Makati, San Juan, Mandaluyong, Muntinlupa, Navotas, Malabon, Parañaque, Las Piñas, Pasig, Marikina, Valenzuela, Taguig, and Pateros in Metro Manila and in highly urbanized cities.
Employers are required to review the employment contracts of their househelpers every three (3) years with the aim of improving the terms and conditions of these contracts.
Yes, househelpers receiving at least One thousand pesos (P1,000) per month shall be covered by the Social Security System (SSS) and entitled to all benefits provided thereunder.
Violation is punishable by imprisonment of not more than three (3) months, or a fine of not more than Two thousand pesos (P2,000), or both, at the discretion of the court.
The Act took effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the Official Gazette or in at least two national newspapers of general circulation, whichever comes earlier.
Yes, it repeals or amends any law, executive order, letter of instruction, or any part thereof that is inconsistent with its provisions.
Article 143 of Presidential Decree No. 442, as amended, known as the Labor Code of the Philippines.
The differentiated rates consider the economic conditions and cost of living in different areas, ensuring househelpers receive fair compensation appropriate to their location.