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 who are based in the Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR) can visit the OWWA CAR office located in Baguio City. This regional welfare office allows Filipinos in the city to inquire about OWWA services and programs. Please follow the guidelines below about the appointment and renewal process of your membership. Also Read: List of OWWA Regional Welfare Offices in … Read more
OFWs who are in New Zealand should be familiar with OECs. This legal document is needed when traveling back to the country where the OFW is working after a period of vacation in the Philippines. Without the OEC, you will not be permitted to depart the Philippines and fly back to New Zealand. Please follow the steps to apply for … Read more
Overseas Filipino workers who are based in Bacolod can visit the OWWA satellite office located at the Old City Hall in Luzuriaga Street. This satellite office is a field office of the main OWWA Regional Welfare Office 6 in Iloilo and it allows Filipinos in the city to inquire about OWWA services and programs. Please make sure that you set … Read more
To all Overseas Filipino workers who are based in Iloilo, Bacolod, Aklan, and other provinces in Region 6, and have questions about OWWA services and programs can go to the OWWA Region 6 Iloilo city office or at the OWWA Region 6 Bacolod City Satellite Office. Please make sure that you set up an appointment in the event that walk-ins … Read more
Securing an Overseas Employment Certificate (OEC) is important and Overseas Filipino Workers (OFW) should be advised of that. Whether you’re starting a job abroad or returning to the Philippines, it’s hard to do any step without this document. Please follow the steps to apply for OEC in Australia via POLO-Canberra. Also Read: How to Book OWWA Appointment in Australia An OEC … Read more
To all Overseas Filipino workers who are based in Cebu and want to inquire about OWWA services and programs can go to the OWWA Region 7 Cebu city office. Please make sure that you set up an appointment in the event that walk-ins are not allowed. This article will guide you in the process of inquiring about benefits as well … Read more
Those who are Overseas Filipino workers that are based in the National Capital Region and want to inquire about OWWA services and programs can go to the NCR Pasay city office. But make sure you check if you need an appointment for your inquiry. Here we share details about the contact location of the OWWA NCR office, contact numbers, process … Read more
All Overseas Filipino Workers in France who want to keep their OWWA membership account active can contact the Philippine Embassy in Paris for information and inquiries. In the case of France, because there is no actual POLO-OWWA office available, the OWWA renewal process is handled by the POLO-Madrid office. The POLO-Madrid coordinates with the PH Embassy and they conduct outreach … Read more
All Overseas Filipino Workers in Brunei who want to keep their OWWA membership account active can contact the Philippine Overseas Labor Office for information and inquiries. Please be guided on the steps of booking an appointment for POLO-OWWA services, and renewing your OWWA account in this country. Also Read: How to Get OEC: POLO-Brunei Online Appointment POLO and OWWA offices assist … Read more
To all Overseas Filipino Workers in Los Angeles, California area, and want to renew their OWWA membership can contact the Philippine Consulate General office in LA. This post will guide you on how you can apply for OWWA membership and what is the procedure. The Philippine Overseas Labor Office (POLO) and the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) help Filipino workers … Read more