How to Verify Employment Contract in Taipei, Taiwan

The Philippines requires that the employment contract be verified before issuing an OEC to an OFW. To ensure that Filipino migrant workers’ employment rights, benefits, and welfare are appropriately protected and respected at the worksite/place of employment, the Labor Attaché uses a contract verification method.

The OFWs’ work contracts must comply with the most recent employment laws, regulations, and practices in both the Philippines and the host country.

Filipinos who are based in Taipei, Taiwan and need to verify their employment contracts can process this at MECO office with the address at: 2F, Chang Hong New Era Building 55 & 57 Zhouzi Street, Neihu District, Taipei, Taiwan.

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When visiting the MECO Taipei, Taiwan, it is advised to wear a facemask and maintain a social distance. In this article, you’ll learn about the procedures, requirements, and guidelines for acquiring an Employment Contract Verification in Taipei, Taiwan.

Qualifications

• Filipino workers that have changed jobs onsite and are registered with POEA.
• Filipinos working in Taipei, Taiwan 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 Taipei, Taiwan (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

• Original Employment Contract (Signed by the worker and the employer)
• Photocopy of worker’s passport that is valid for travel for at least six (6) months
• Photocopy of worker’s valid Work Visa
• Workers recent pay slip
• Contract Verification fee

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

How to Process Employment Contract Verification in MECO Taipei, Taiwan

Check out the procedure below on how to process employment contract verification in Taipei, Taiwan.

Step 1: Click and open the link to book an appointment – https://outlook.office365.com/owa/calendar/SundayAppointment@meco.org.tw/bookings/

Step 2: Click the first service on the list then scroll down and choose your preferred date and time on the available dates.

Step 3: Fill in all the needed information.

Step 4: Review the appointment details then click the “Book” button.

Step 5: Check your email for appointment confirmation.

Step 6: Gather all of the necessary requirements.

Step 7: Go to MECO Taipei, Taiwan on your scheduled appointment day. Show your approved appointment letter, vaccination card and valid ID to the assigned security personnel.

Step 8: 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 9: Get a token number from the assigned personnel.

Step 10: Go to the processing window and submit your documents.

Step 11: Pay for the employment contract verification fees.

Important Reminders

Here are some helpful tips and reminders to keep in mind during the contract verification process:

• 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.
• Incomplete document submissions, payments, or other deficiencies, such as missing signatures, will not be accepted.
• If the OFW completed the employment contract verification, the OFW must give the original processed document to the employed worker or to the Philippine Recruitment Agency, which will then present it to POEA as part of the procedures for the issue of exit clearance.
• All applicants must bring their own pens.
• All applicants are encouraged to arrive at the MECO Taipei, Taiwan office well-dressed. Shorts, transparent clothing, or slippers are not permitted.
• To avoid delays, OFWs should closely comply with all requirements.
• Feel free to call (886) 2-2658-8825 Monday to Thursday 8:00am to 3:30pm and Friday 9:00am to 11:30am (Closed on Taiwanese and Philippines public holidays).

Video: Verified Contract Processing at MECO Office

Here’s an OFW in Taiwan sharing her experience with the process of contract verification at the MECO office. Please be guided accordingly:

Frequently Asked Questions

If you have any further questions regarding “How to Verify Employment Contract in Taipei, Taiwan”, 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 Taipei, Taiwan office directly to verify my employment contract?

No, you cannot go straight to the POLO Taipei, Taiwan office. Prior to visiting, the POLO Taipei, Taiwan office requires an appointment. You can book your appointment through their website.

Link: https://outlook.office365.com/owa/calendar/SundayAppointment@meco.org.tw/bookings/

5. What is the MECO Taipei, Taiwan office hour?

The MECO office in Taipei, Taiwan is open from Monday to Thursday 8:00am to 3:30pm and Friday 9:00am to 11:30am (Closed on Taiwanese and Philippines public holidays).

6. What is MECO Taipei, Taiwan’s address?

MECO Taipei, Taiwan’s address is at 2F, Chang Hong New Era Building 55 & 57 Zhouzi Street, Neihu District, Taipei, Taiwan.

7. What is the MECO Taipei, Taiwan’s hotline number?

You can reach the MECO Taipei, Taiwan office at (886) 2-2658-8825. You can also send a message to Manila Economic & Cultural Office via messenger.

Facebook Link:  https://facebook.com/MECO.official/

8. What is the email address of MECO Taipei, Taiwan?

The email address of MECO Taipei, Taiwan is evelyn_owwataipei@yahoo.com.

Summary

May we remind all OFWs in Taipei, Taiwan that it is very important to verify your employment contract because the Philippine Overseas Employment Administration (POEA) requires MECO contract verification in order to register a recruited or employed Filipino worker and process the Overseas Employment Certificate (OEC).

Make sure your contract is verified because authorities in Taipei, Taiwan are on high alert for illegal immigrants. Once you’ve verified your contract, you’ll have access to all of POLO’s benefits and services as well as those provided by MECO partners in Taipei, Taiwan.

Only workers whose employment contracts haven’t already been verified by the Administration will have their employment contracts verified by MECO Taipei, Taiwan.

Contact Information

MECO Taipei, Taiwan
Address: 2F., No.55-57, Zhouzi St., Neihu Dist., Taipei City 114, Taiwan (ROC)
Contact Number: 02 2658-8299/0925 228878/0900218895
Email: evelyn_owwataipei@yahoo.com
Website: https://www.meco-labor.org.tw/, https://www.meco.org.tw/
Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/MECO.official

Google Map Location

The POLO-OWWA office in Taipei is managed by MECO. Please see the map guide to the location of this office in Taipei: