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Kasambahay
Often called kasambahay
A domestic worker in a household. The Batas Kasambahay sets their pay and benefits.
Most useful for: Fresh grad
- In real life
- After a month, SSS, PhilHealth and Pag-IBIG apply. Below ₱5,000 a month, the employer pays all of it.
- Why it matters to you
- A kasambahay also gets a 13th month and 5 days of paid leave after a year, though unused days don't turn into cash.
An explanation to help you read your pay, not a ruling on your case. Your employer, the agency or DOLE has the final word.