Hello to all our active and non-active OWWA members. Please check out the recent events and press releases shared by the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration below.
We are constantly posting new content on this page so that you are aware of the things that are happening in terms of the OWWA news today or the upcoming OWWA activities that this Philippine government agency is promoting.
Whether you are a sea-based OFW (seafarer) or a land-based OFW, you can find important news and information about the OWWA projects being implemented.
While there is the OWWA mobile app for you to download and access so you can check the announcements, we are also posting these updates to you so you will be aware of the recent campaigns of OWWA.
Here are the latest OWWA news below:
OWWA proudly unveiled its brand-new logo on February 5, 2025, marking a significant milestone in its mission to serve Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs). This refreshed identity combines tradition with modernity, reflecting OWWA’s enduring commitment to OFWs while symbolizing progress and adaptability in an evolving world. The new logo serves as a testament to the agency’s dedication to supporting Filipino workers … Read more
The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) has announced the second phase of the Salary Standardization Law (SSL) updates, starting January 2025. Through National Budget Circular 597, issued by DBM Secretary Amenah Pangandaman, this adjustment aims to create a more competitive and sustainable pay system for government workers. Approved by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. under Executive Order 64, the … Read more
The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) has recently shared a Facebook post introducing the new OFW Records Online Appointment System, aimed at making the process of acquiring OFW records more efficient and hassle-free. This system is designed to streamline appointments, ensuring overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) can access their OFW Information Sheets seamlessly. The primary goal of this new system is … Read more
The Commission on Elections (COMELEC) has officially released the Certified List of Overseas Voters (CLOV) and National Registry of Overseas Voters (NROV) as mandated under Republic Act No. 9189, amended by RA No. 10590, also known as the Overseas Voting Act of 2013. This list contains the names of the OFW and seafarer voters who are based abroad and are … Read more
The Commission on Elections (COMELEC) is responsible for maintaining an official master list of registered voters in the Philippines. This list contains the names of those who have registered to participate in the upcoming elections 2025. We cannot emphasize that the list ensures the transparency and organization of elections in the Philippines. It serves as the official reference for voters … Read more
The Philippine Embassy in Lebanon has issued an urgent notice for all Filipino nationals to evacuate the region immediately due to escalating security threats and unstable conditions. This announcement underscores the embassy’s commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of its citizens. All Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) and other Filipino citizens currently residing in Lebanon are strongly urged to take … Read more
MANILA, Philippines – The Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) has urged children and dependents of overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) to start preparing their documents as the online application for its scholarship programs will soon open on July 26, 2024 to August 16, 2024. The EDSP scholarship and ODSP scholarship cash assistance for school will allow OFW dependents to pursue their … Read more
The Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) has officially released the results for the Education for Development Scholarship Program (EDSP) for the School Year 2024-2025. This announcement, made through the official OWWA Facebook page, marks a significant milestone in the lives of many children of Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) who applied for this prestigious scholarship program. Hundreds of applicants have been … Read more
The Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) has officially released the list of successful applicants for the Congressional Migrant Workers Scholarship Program (CMWSP) for the School Year 2024-2025. This much-anticipated announcement brings relief and joy to many Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) and their families who have been eagerly waiting for the results. This year, the CMWSP experienced a phenomenal surge in … Read more
Great news to our Filipino seafarers! After the successful launch of the OFW Lounge, the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) has introduced the Seafarer’s Hub – a one-stop concept that provides essential services and amenities to our hardworking Kababayans. You can visit the lounge at 1108 Mabini St., Zone 72, Barangay 670, Ermita, Manila City! The OWWA Seafarer’s Hub exemplifies … Read more