How to Verify Employment Contract in Lebanon

You might be wondering why you need to verify your employment contract if you’re an OFW in Lebanon. There are numerous benefits. To begin, you must first become a verified OFW and an active member of Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA). Contract verification is also required to obtain an OEC. They will see that you are a registered OFW and provide the required assistance if problems arise.

OFW’s who are based in Lebanon and need to verify their employment contracts can process this at Philippine Overseas Labor Office (POLO), Embassy of the Philippines, W Building, Rue Mar Geries, Hadath, Baabda, Mount Lebanon.

Also Read: How to Book OWWA Appointment in Beirut, Lebanon

Due to the health crisis, you must always wear a face mask and use social distance when visiting the POLO Lebanon office. In this article, you’ll learn about the process and guidelines for obtaining an Employment Contract Verification in Lebanon.

Qualifications

• Filipino workers that have changed jobs onsite and are registered with POEA.
• Filipinos working in Lebanon without a POEA record.
• Filipino nationals who have been authorized for an employment visa by the Immigration Department.
• Change of employer and/or name of employer for the first time in Lebanon (for example, from a tourist or from another nation).
• Others on a fixed-term contract (this needs contract verified every renewal).

Note: OFWs who have already had their contracts verified with their present employer do not need to have their renewal contracts verified again. They can just show their old verified contract and their renewed contract when applying for BM, as long as the Employer remains the same.

Requirements

Employment Contract Verification Requirements for Direct Individual Employer (Household Workers)

Each document should be submitted in two (2) copies: an original and a duplicate or photocopy.

• Original notarized Employment Contract with Apostille Stamp from the Governor’s Office (Signed by the Worker and Employer)
• Worker’s passport that is valid for travel for at least six (6) months
• Worker’s valid work permit
• Undertaking of the employer
• Contingency Plan
• Formal agreement for the hiring or deployment of a household worker between the specific direct employer and the designated Philippine Recruitment Agency (PRA) (Signed by both the employer and PRA)
• Copy of PRA’s valid license
• Employer’s passport or valid ID bearing their signature (Must be translated to English)
• Employer profile with full address and phone number, proof of ability to hire and pay workers, and number of household members
• Police certificate stating that neither the employer nor any members of the immediate family have a criminal history or have been connected to any abuse cases
• Evidence of the employer’s financial ability to hire and pay the worker (Link for Employment Contract, Contingency Plan, Undertaking by the Employer, and Certificate of Employment: https://pololebanon.weebly.com/uploads/1/3/4/8/134885440/requirements_for_balik-manggagawa_domestic_worker.pdf)

Note: Requirements are subject to change without prior notice; for questions and clarification, contact the POLO office in Lebanon.

How to Process Contract Verification in Beirut, Lebanon

POLO Lebanon office requires an appointment before visiting the office.  Although there have been instances of other OFWs going directly to the Lebanon office, it is strongly advised that you get in touch with them beforehand and find out whether an appointment is necessary.

Check out the procedure below on how to book an appointment and how to process employment contract verification in Lebanon

Step 1: Gather all the requirements.

Step 2: Combine all of the documents into one PDF file and email it to pololebanon@yahoo.com with the subject header “Request for the schedule of appointment for processing and verification of employment contract”.

Step 3: POLO Lebanon will send you an email for appointment confirmation.

Step 4: Go to POLO Lebanon on your scheduled appointment day. Show your approved appointment letter, vaccination card and valid ID to the assigned security personnel.

Step 5: The assigned security personnel will check your name to the list of approved appointments for the day. To avoid long lines, bring the complete set of requirements.

Step 6: Get a token number from the assigned personnel.

Step 7: Go to the processing window and submit your documents.

Step 8: Pay 40 USD for the employment contract verification fees.

Important Reminders

• Make sure that the employment contract is dated and signed on all pages by both the employee and the employer.
• All documentation should be submitted in two (2) sets or copies; original and duplicate or photocopy.
• Incomplete document submissions, payments, or other deficiencies, such as missing signatures, will not be accepted.
• All applicants must bring their own pens.
• All applicants are encouraged to arrive at the POLO Lebanon office well-dressed. Shorts, transparent clothing, or slippers are not permitted.
• To avoid delays, employers should closely comply with all requirements.
• Feel free to call +961 71 418 657 and 71-178-241, Monday to Friday 9:00am to 4:00pm (Closed on Lebanese and Philippines public holidays).

Frequently Asked Questions

If you have any further questions regarding “How to Verify Employment Contract in Lebanon”, see the list of frequently asked questions and answers below.

1. What is Employment Contract Verification?

Employment Contract Verification verifies that the OFW has a job and an employer, and that the contract conditions match the POEA and host government’s minimum requirements.

2. Is it possible to get OEC without a verified contract?

A verified employment contract is the most important requirement for the issue of an OEC. Only the POLO or the POEA can provide verification services.

3. Can I skip getting employment contract verification?

No, you can’t skip getting your employment contract verification because it’s one of the first steps in getting your OEC.

4. Can I go to the POLO Lebanon office directly to verify my employment contract?

No, you cannot go straight to the POLO Lebanon. Prior to visiting, the POLO Lebanon requires an appointment. You can book an appointment by emailing them.

5. What is the POLO Lebanon’s office hour?

The POLO office in Lebanon is open from Monday to Friday 9:00am to 4:00pm (Closed on Lebanese and Philippines public holidays).

6. What is POLO Lebanon’s address?

POLO Lebanon’s address is Philippine Overseas Labor Office (POLO), Embassy of the Philippines, W Building, Rue Mar Geries, Hadath, Baabda, Mount Lebanon.

7. What is the POLO Lebanon’s hotline number?

You can reach the POLO Lebanon office at +961 71 418 657 and 71-178-241. You can also send a message to Philippine Overseas Labor Office – POLO – Lebanon and Polo Baabda via messenger.

• Philippine Overseas Labor Office – POLO – Lebanon Facebook Link:  https://www.facebook.com/pololebanon
• Polo Baabda Facebook Link:  https://www.facebook.com/polo.baabda

8. What is the email address of POLO Lebanon?

The email address of POLO Lebanon is pololebanon@yahoo.com.

9. How much does it cost to process employment contract verification?

The processing fee for employment contract verification is 40 USD.

Summary

Before an OEC may be given in POLO Lebanon, the POEA must verify an OFW’s employment contract. The OFW must make an appointment before visiting the POLO Lebanon office to verify the employment contract.

Everything you need to know about Employment Contract Verification can be found on the POLO Lebanon’s Facebook page and website. To receive all of the benefits associated with being an OFW, you must carefully follow the procedures.

Contact Information

POLO-OWWA Lebanon
Address: 2nd Floor W. Building, Mar Geries St.,  Hadath, Baabda, Lebanon
Contact Number: POLO: +961 05953519 locals 202, 203, OWWA: +961 05953524
Email: POLO: pololebanon@yahoo.com, OWWA: lebanon@owwa.gov.ph
Website: https://pololebanon.weebly.com/, https://beirutpe.dfa.gov.ph/
Facebook Pages: https://www.facebook.com/pololebanon/, https://www.facebook.com/PHinLebanon/

Google Map Location

Please check out the map guide below of the location of the Philippine Embassy in Beirut, Lebanon. The POLO-OWWA Lebanon office is on the 2nd-floor building: