News

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 Announces EDSP Scholars Qualifiers List for 2024

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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

OWWA Announces CMWSP Scholars Qualifiers List for 2024

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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

OWWA Seafarer’s Hub in Manila: What to Expect

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

Medical Allowance Worth P7000 Announced for PH Government Workers

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The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) has announced a new medical allowance for its employees worth PHP 7000 per year starting 2025. This new benefit aims to help alleviate the financial burden of medical expenses for government workers. This allowance aims to alleviate the financial burden associated with medical services, making health care more affordable for public servants. Aside from … Read more

SSL Salary Grade 2024-2025 Table: Salary Standardization Law Increase Update for Government Employees

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Great news for Philippine government workers as President Bongbong Marcos has signed Executive Order 64 which will increase their salaries over the next four years. With this move, the government aims to improve employee compensation, motivation, and economic stability. There is a salary grade chart that shows the four tranches of salary increases, with an average total increase of 18%. … Read more

Parokya ng OWWA: Bringing OFW Government Services Closer to Local Barangays

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Filipinos, especially Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) and their families, are warmly encouraged to take part in the “Parokya ng OWWA” events happening in your local communities. This is your chance to access services such as legal advice, financial education, health consultations, and livelihood programs while building strong connections with fellow OFWs and their families. By attending, you will not only … Read more

OWWA Logo Making Contest Launched with Exciting Prizes

To all Filipinos, the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) has launched a nationwide Logo Making Contest. This initiative invites talented individuals to contribute to the evolution of OWWA’s visual identity while preserving its core values and mission. In a move to modernize and rebrand, OWWA recognizes the importance of a strong visual representation to reflect its continuous commitment to safeguarding … Read more

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

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