As an OFW, you have already made one of the toughest decisions of your life — to leave the people and country you love, to work in a foreign land. We at the DMW get that. We know that vacation time in the Philippines is precious for you. We also know the hassle involved in getting an OEC. President Marcos
Continue readingADVICE TO ALL EMPLOYEES Build a home earlier. Be it rural home or urban home. Building a house at 50 is not an achievement. Don’t get used to government houses. This comfort is so dangerous. Let all your family have good time in your house. Go home. Don’t stick at work all the year. You are not the pillar of
Continue readingYour Ultimate Guide Working in Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia, located in the Middle East, is the largest country in the region and is a hub for international business, trade, and tourism. If you are considering working abroad, Saudi Arabia may be an attractive option. Here’s a guide to help you understand why working in Saudi Arabia can be a great
Continue readingHere are some extremely helpful airport tips for travelers: Arrive early: Make sure to arrive at the airport with enough time to check-in, pass through security, and reach your gate before your flight. Pack smart: Pack only what you need and ensure that all your items are properly stored in your carry-on bag and checked-in luggage. Follow the TSA guidelines
Continue readingDocuments to prepare before you board a plane Pre-Departure Overseas Seminar or PDOS Certificate Valid passport Working visa Overseas Employment Certificate or OEC Flight ticket and Boarding pass Employment Contract NBI Clearance Valid government-issued ID with your photo Letter of Guarantee or Letter of Endorsement, if applicable Seaman’s Book, for seafarers What you need to prepare to the Immigration Officer
Continue readingIf you’ve been looking for ways to advance your career, you may want to research professional certifications related to your field. Most industries have some form of certification that will likely increase your chances of higher pay, better job prospects and new career opportunities. Certifications can validate your IT skills and experience to show employers you have the expertise to
Continue readingFour years ago, I was asking myself when will be my chance to work in Japan. Did you experience undergoing through a lot of processes, interviews and it feels like you have to wait forever for an update? I know that feeling very well. My family would even ask me if there were updates about my application and couldn’t give
Continue readingThere are thousands of recruiting websites around these days, but not all of them are worth your time. The best job sites should make it easy to search for new employment, no matter the industry or location and the top sites add helpful features that make your job hunt easier. It’s easy to find recruiting websites, but it’s just as
Continue readingInternational travelers arriving in NAIA Terminal 1 and bringing in goods, including currencies in excess of PHP50,000.00* and/or USD10,000.00, in their baggage can now declare conveniently through the I-Declare System. Subject to prior authorization from the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas and may be allowed only for the following purposes: (a) testing/calibration/ configuration of money counting/sorting machines; (b) numismatics (collection of
Continue readingLEGALLY HIRING FILIPINOS TO WORK ABROAD THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS Over the years, the Philippines has deployed more than eleven million Filipino workers in 190 destinations in various fields – professional, medical, technical, operations and maintenance, construction, hotel and seafaring sectors. The recruitment of Filipino workers is done through a systematic recruitment network where foreign principals must course their manpower requirements
Continue readingWhat is Illegal Recruitment? Any act of canvassing, enlisting, contracting, transporting, utilizing, hiring or procuring workers and includes referring, contract services, promising or advertising for employment abroad, whether for profit or not, when undertaken by a non-license or non-holder of authority contemplated under Art 13 (F) of Presidential Decree No. 442, as amended otherwise known as the Labor Code of
Continue readingMay balak ka bang magbakasyon sa ‘Pinas anytime soon pagkatapos ng 2 years mong kontrata? Babalik ka ba sa dati mong employer/company? Alamin ang mga requirements para sa mga Balik Manggagawa (BM) bago magbakasyon para iwas abala, kabayan. SKILLED WORKERS: (any of the following contracts) POEA Standard Employment Contract (http://poloriyadh.dole.gov.ph/downloadable-forms/) printed in company letterhead Company Contract Copy of Valid PASSPORT
Continue readingA foreign principal that acts as a direct employer of landbased worker may be registered to more than one (1) Philippine agency. A foreign principal that is licensed to operate as a foreign placement agency may be registered/accredited to a maximum of two (2) Philippine agencies subject to the conditions prescribed by the DMW (Department of Migrant Workers). How to
Continue readingKung may nagsabi sa iyo na magtrabaho ka ng maayos ay magiging maayos ang lahat, totoo iyon. Pero ang pagtatrabaho ng maayos ay kaakibat ng pakikisama sa mga katrabaho mo. Marapat lang na gawin ang dalawang ito upang maging matagumpay sa iyong trabaho. Siguro alam mo na ang iyong magiging trabaho, pero dapat alam mo ang pasikot-sikot ng iyong ginagalawan
Continue readingPAALALA! IWASAN MA SCAM! Ang POEA ay nag papaalala sa nais na mag apply ng trabaho sa bansang Israel under the Government to Government Hiring Arrangement bilang homebased caregiver at hotel worker. Pinababatid namin sa inyo na mayroong training requirements na nakasaad sa Implementation Protocol na napagkasunduan ng bansang Israel at Pilipinas na dapat sundin ng isang aplikante. MAHALAGANG ALAMIN
Continue readingList of DOH Authorized Medical Clinics for OFWs and Seafarers Listed below are the Medical Clinics Accredited by the Department of Health (DOH), Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) and MARINA to provide medical Services like Pre-medical for Local employment and overseas. PROVINCE/CITY NAME OF CLINIC ADDRESS CONTACT NOS Manila 4L DIAGNOSTIC CENTER (new) 1920 Leon Guinto Sr. St., Malate, Manila
Continue readingGetting the right fit of people for a job could be a challenge especially if you are an employer who’s looking for best talents and skilled workers in other countries. Filipinos are proven to be highly competent employees especially those who are working abroad. They are currently one of the top preferred workers around the globe from different fields like
Continue readingWith job search moving more online, it is hard to spot whether a job opportunity or recruiter is in fact genuine. The bad news? Job scammers are out there. The good news? You can recognize them before they get you if you understand what to look for. To make sure you don’t become a victim of identity theft, follow these
Continue readingAs the country has adjusted to the new normal, it’s good to know that people can now fly in and out of the country. And to make things easier for you, this article will tell you about the new travel requirements and processes. 1. Online Appointment. The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) listed temporary off-site facilities where you can process your application
Continue readingWhat is a Recruitment Agency or Workforce Provider? In a nutshell, it is a firm that acts as a medium between employers and employees. Its main function is to find the most suitable candidate for a job vacancy its recruiters have been asked to fill. Working with a recruitment agency ultimately help employers save time and money. They can also
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