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:
Filipinos based in Spain can go and apply for an Overseas Employment Certificate at the Philippine Overseas Labor Office (POLO) located in Madrid. In case you have changed employers and need to verify your employment contract to get an OEC, please follow the guidelines below to assist you with the process. Also Read: How to Book OWWA Appointment in Madrid, Spain … Read more
Filipino overseas workers who are based in Milan can go to the POLO-OWWA office in order to renew their OWWA membership. The cost for the OWWA renewal is EUR 22.50 and the account stays active for 2 years. In this post, we will share how you can make an appointment in OWWA-Milan to renew your membership. Also Read: How to Book … Read more
The OFW Information Sheet is the OWWA membership form that OFWs need to fill out when they renew their OWWA membership. This OWWA application form is one of the requirements in order to keep the OWWA account active. Here we discuss the details on what you can expect from the OFW info sheet, data you need to fill out, and … Read more
Filipinos who are based in Rome, Italy, it is important that you renew your OWWA membership and keep your account active in order to get the maximum benefits provided by this agency. Especially during these times of crisis such as losing your job or needing assistance, you can take advantage of the projects available. To renew your OWWA membership, you … Read more
To all Overseas Filipino Workers in Jeddah, please be informed that when you go home to the Philippines for your vacation leave, it is a must to secure an Overseas Employment Certificate (OEC) which is also known as the Balik Manggagawa certificate before you goin back to Saudi. We are sharing this detailed guide on how you can obtaining an … Read more
For Filipinos working in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, an OEC or Overseas Employment Certificate / Balik Manggagawa certificate is required if you go for a vacation in the Philippines. This is a document you need to present before going back to work abroad. You will not be permitted to travel if you do not possess this document. Here we share the … Read more
To all Overseas Filipino Workers in Kuwait, please be informed that when you go home to the Philippines for a vacation, you are required to secure an Overseas Employment Certificate (OEC) which is also known as the Balik Manggagawa certificate before you go back to Kuwait. We are sharing this detailed guide on how you can secure an OEC or … Read more
To all Overseas Filipino Workers in Singapore who came to the Philippines for a vacation, one of the important documents you need to secure before going back for your job in Singapore is the Overseas Employment Certificate (OEC) which is also known as the Balik Manggagawa certificate. Please be guided in the details below on how you can apply for … Read more
OWWA has been associated with OFW assistance as this agency offers a form of insurance for OWWA members especially in times of crisis. In this article, we will be discussing the various financial assistance services that OWWA provides to OFWs and their dependents. Among these are calamity assistance, medical assistance, scholarship programs, special projects in times of the current pandemic … Read more
As an Overseas Filipino Worker in Abu Dhabi, UAE, you may be aware that possessing an Overseas Employment Certificate, or OEC, is important. This document is as essential as your passport, as this is what you will present to the Immigration counter at the Philippine airport when you travel back to your work country. Here we share the details on … Read more