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:
MWO Dubai has announced that the application form to register for one-time cash assistance for OFWs is available.. If you have faced sudden job loss or a cut in your salary, you can claim a DMW ayuda grant worth $200 (approximately AED 730) via online procedure only. The Migrant Workers Office in Dubai (MWO-Dubai) is managing the distribution for Filipinos … Read more
The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) is stepping up efforts to help overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) facing difficulties due to ongoing tensions in the Middle East. The agency recently launched a streamlined financial assistance program, making it easier for affected workers to claim a one-time relief grant worth USD200. Thousands of OFWs have already secured this aid, and the DMW … Read more
The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) is distributing $200 (around PHP 12,000) in Ayuda cash assistance to Overseas Filipino Workers impacted by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. This support targets workers who face job losses, reduced working hours, or sudden salary cuts due to regional instability. In a recent press media announcement, Migrant Workers Secretary Hans Leo Cacdac … Read more
October 2025 – OWWA has launched a new healthcare initiative, the “Alagang OWWA Botika” which is designed to provide free medicines and medical consultations to Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) and their families. The Alagang OWWA Botika is part of a larger partnership with the Department of Health (DOH) and PhilHealth. While currently in its pilot stage in Pasay City, there … Read more
Filipino government workers, there is a salary increase on its third installment scheduled to take effect on January 2026. This is part of the multi-year plan established under Executive Order (EO) No. 64 series of 2024, which mandates a four-tranche salary adjustment to uplift the lives of public servants. The 2024 and 2025 tranche installments were completed, and the Department … Read more
Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) working as domestic helpers can expect better compensation as the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) implements a substantial wage increase. The new policy raises the minimum monthly salary from USD 400 to USD 500, representing a meaningful 25% increase for Filipino household workers abroad. What This Means for OFW Domestic Helpers This wage adjustment translates to … Read more
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has announced a major milestone for families of OFWs. Under the Expanded Solo Parents Welfare Act (Republic Act No. 11861), spouses of OFWs who work abroad for at least one continuous year are now officially recognized as solo parents. This recognition acknowledges the immense sacrifices these families endure and provides solo parents … Read more
Filipinos, be advised of the internet voting procedure as encouraged by the Commission on Elections (COMELEC). This upcoming election season, if you are a registered Pinoy voter abroad, you can now enroll in the Overseas Voting and Counting System (OVCS). Unlike previous events, this internet voting allows you to cast your vote without the need to visit the Philippine embassy/consulate. … Read more
Great news for Filipinos based overseas as COMELEC has announced that Pinoys abroad can now participate in the national elections through online voting starting 2025. Certified overseas voters can exercise their right in a more efficient manner online. Through the Online Voting and Counting System (OVCS), eligible overseas voters can cast their votes securely and conveniently without having to physically … Read more
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