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Philippine Requirements to Travel Abroad (Filipino Passengers International Travel)

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Filipino tourists and OFWs departing from the Philippines for international travel need to be aware of the recent revisions to travel and document requirements needed by the Philippine Bureau of Immigration. These updates are made effective on September 3, 2023 and provide clearer definitions regarding documents, inspection processes, and other related issues. The new measure outlines the standard requirements as … Read more

RIP: DMW Secretary Susan “Toots” Ople

Honoring the Legacy of Secretary Susan Ople: A Tireless Advocate for the Rights of Migrant Workers August 22, 2023 – MANILA, PHILIPPINES – Susan “Toots” Ople, the esteemed Secretary for Migrant Workers, sadly passed away at the age of 61 on August 22, 2023 as confirmed by the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW). She left this world surrounded by the … Read more

How to Apply OEC: Turkey Online Appointment

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Acquiring your OEC is necessary if you are an OFW in Turkey. There are additional aspects to consider and requirements to complete before receiving your OEC. OEC holders are entitled to lower travel taxes and terminal charge exemptions for their spouses and dependents. When visiting the Philippines on vacation and returning to their workplace to complete or renew their employment … Read more

How to Verify Employment Contract in Greece

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One of the main functions of the Philippine Overseas Labor Office (POLO) is processing individual contract verification of employment. The Labor Attaché will make sure that the contract terms are legal in the host country. The Philippines’ DMW BM Centers will get the validated contract as a requirement for OECs. Also Read: How to Renew OWWA Membership in Greece and … Read more

DMW Job Fair on May 1 Labor Day by Department of Migrant Workers

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On Labor Day in the Philippines, May 1, 2023, the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) will host over thousands of job opportunities for potential overseas Filipino workers. The job fair, held at the DMW Office Blas F. Ople Building, Ortigas Avenue corner EDSA Mandaluyong City, will be attended by a variety of licensed recruitment firms from countries such as Taiwan, … Read more

PHP 10,000 Cash Assistance to Displaced OFWs in Saudi Arabia

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The Philippine government has set aside a total of PHP100 million to provide humanitarian aid to thousands of Filipino workers who have yet to receive their back wages and benefits from their former employers in Saudi Arabia. The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW), Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA), and the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) will work together … Read more

How to Verify Employment Contract in Madrid, Spain

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The role of contract verification is to make sure that the OFW has a legitimate job and an employer, and that the contract conditions match the minimal standards of the POEA and the host government. In order for OECs to be issued, the verified employment contract must also be submitted to the POEA BM Centers in the Philippines, and it … Read more

How to Verify Employment Contract in Washington DC, USA

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Prior to granting an OEC to an OFW, the POEA requires that the employment contract be verified. Contract verification is the process used by the Labor Attaché to make sure that the employment rights, benefits, and welfare of Filipino migrant workers are properly protected and respected at the worksite/place of employment. The Labor Attaché will make sure that the OFWs’ work … Read more

How to Apply CHED Scholarship for Medical Students (CGMS-SUCs)

The Commission on Higher Education (CHED) Cash Grant for Medical Students Enrolled in State Universities and Colleges (CGMS-SUCs) is a scholarship program by CHED that provides financial assistance to medical students enrolled in state universities and colleges (SUCs). This program aims to help medical students cover the cost of their tuition, fees, books, supplies, and other related educational expenses. The … Read more

How to Get Cash Aid in PCSO Medical Assistance Program

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The PCSO Medical Assistance Program or officially labelled as the Individual Medical Access Program (IMAP) is a healthcare program offered by the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) for Filipinos who are in dire need of medical assistance. This program is designed to provide financial aid to those who cannot afford medical treatment for their illnesses, injuries, or any health-related purposes. … Read more