If you are an OFW living in Germany and planning to invite your relatives or friends from the Philippines, it is important that they have an Affidavit of Support and Guarantee (ASG) issued the Philippine government. This document serves as a guarantee that you will take full responsibility for their stay in Germany and ensure that they will not be … Read more
The Philippines’ Department of Science and Technology (DOST) is a government agency in the Philippines that focuses on promoting scientific research, technological innovation, and development. It is responsible for funding and developing the country’s scientific and technological achievements. Established as the National Science and Technology Authority (NSTA) in 1958, DOST aims to create a competitive and socially conscious science and … Read more
Any legal document, particularly an Affidavit of Support & Guarantee (ASG), that is to be used in the Philippines but has been filed in Canada must be acknowledged by the Philippine Consulate General for it to be accepted in the Philippines. The Philippine Consulate General is located on the 999 Canada Place, Suite 660, Vancouver, BC V6C 3E1, where OFWs … Read more
The Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco offers notarial services for those who need an Affidavit of Support & Guarantee (ASG), which is frequently meant to be used within the Philippines before departure. The Philippine Consulate General, located at 447 Sutter St., San Francisco, California 94108 USA, is where Overseas Filipino Workers who live in San Francisco can apply for ASG. … Read more
Great news for OFWs as there is going to be an OFW Lounge in the works! The Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) Lounge at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 1 and 3 are now open to provide a dedicated space for our modern-day heroes. Representatives from both the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA), in collaboration with the Department of … Read more
The Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) has a mobile app where Filipino workers can check their OWWA membership status and obtain access to view their member information. You can simply download the app, register your account, and verify what is the membership if it is active or not active. After all, as a Filipino working abroad, you want to make … Read more
In Abu Dhabi, an Affidavit of Support and Guarantee may be required in various situations such as sponsoring a family member to visit the UAE, applying for visas, or as a requirement for certain legal processes. The purpose of this document is to ensure that the person being supported will not become a burden on the government or society. Note: … Read more
Working overseas is a challenge where one needs to comply with the host country’s land laws, rules, standards, and culture. Despite the difficulties, Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) took their chance abroad to provide a better future for their loved ones. One of the big dreams of OFWs for their families is to own a house and lot. Luckily, the Home … Read more
Financial stability is vital to be confident and live comfortably in the future. It’s one of the top goals we all want to achieve to ensure a better life for ourselves and our families. However, being financially stable is a long-term process possible by investing early, wisely, and consistently. If you’re a Pag-IBIG member, another way to grow your hard-earned … Read more
In January 2020, the Philippines recorded its first case of COVID-19. Two months later, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared a pandemic, resulting in health and economic challenges worldwide. Many Filipinos, local or abroad, were affected by its aftermath, like losing their jobs and other sources of income. Fortunately, the Philippine government introduced the Special Housing Loan Restructuring Program to … Read more