The Overseas Workers Welfare Administration offers many projects for overseas Filipino workers. It is important that as a Filipino working abroad, you are aware of these OWWA programs and services available to you. This is to ensure that you can take advantage of these benefits in times of need.
If you keep your OWWA membership active for a minimal fee every 2 years, you can get the maximum coverage of the social benefits, welfare benefits, educational assistance benefits, cash, and financial assistance benefits, and livelihood benefits available.
So please do not forget to renew your OWWA account. You can easily go and download the OWWA mobile application on your smartphone to access the services available. In this page, we are sharing the different tips so you are aware of what are the projects being implemented, and how you can apply to these OWWA projects.
Be guided with the information and articles we’ve published below:
Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) in Washington DC, USA are encouraged to register and be a member of the Pag-IBIG Fund. OFWs can update their contribution, apply for membership, or receive assistance by sending inquiries to Pag-IBIG North America virtual office. If you want to pay your contributions through overseas remittance centers, you can also go to money remittance centers in … Read more
Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) in New York, USA are encouraged to register and be a member of the Pag-IBIG Fund. OFWs can update their contribution, apply for membership, or receive assistance by sending inquiries to vo_northamerica@pagibigfund.gov.ph. If you want to pay your contributions through overseas remittance centers, you can also go to money remittance centers in the city. OFWs working … Read more
There is no physical Pag-IBIG office in San Francisco, USA, but they do have a virtual office where you may register, make contributions, and get assistance 24/7. If you prefer to send contributions through an international remittance center, you can also go to one of the city’s money remittance centers. OFWs working in San Francisco, USA have now access to … Read more
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Cebu Field Office Region 7 has announced that they have started the payout for the educational cash aid for students who are having difficulty coping with their school expenses. Through the Assistance to Individuals in Crisis Situations (AICS), the DSWD will provide each student with a maximum of PHP 4,000 worth of … Read more
For those Filipino students who want to take advantage of the DSWD Educational Cash Assistance Program in Western Visayas Region 6, please be advised that walk-ins are NOT allowed when you apply. You will need to access a link and fill out your information by registering online through a designated link or by using the QR Code. Only when you … Read more
For Filipino students in crisis and who want to take advantage of the DSWD Educational Cash Assistance Program in Bicol Region 5, please be advised that walk-ins are NOT allowed when you apply. You will need to access a link and fill out your information by registering online through a designated link or by using the QR Code. Only when … Read more
Filipino students who want to take advantage of the DSWD Educational Cash Assistance Program in MIMAROPA Region 4B, please be advised that walk-ins are NOT allowed when you apply. You will need to access a link and fill out your information by registering online through a designated link or by using the QR Code. You will only be able to … Read more
Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) in Pakistan should be aware of how to acquire an Overseas Employment Certificate (OEC). The OFWs’ employment contracts will be verified by the OEC as compliant with the most current employment laws, norms, and customs in both the Philippines and the host nation. There is NO POLO office in Pakistan; however, the Philippine Embassy in Pakistan, … Read more
Every OFW is required to have an OEC. Before receiving your OEC, there are additional aspects to consider and requirements to complete. OEC holders are entitled to lower travel taxes for their spouses and dependents as well as exemptions from terminal fees. Because of this, OFWs in Egypt are encouraged to acquire an OEC before leaving on a vacation to … Read more
If you are an OFW in Argentina, you must acquire your OEC. Before receiving your OEC, there are additional aspects to consider and requirements to complete. OEC holders are entitled to lower travel taxes for their spouses and dependents as well as exemptions from terminal fees. Because of this, OFWs in Argentina are encouraged to acquire an OEC before leaving … Read more