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Find answers to your most critical questions, lists of local and government organizations, and other important OFW information here in the Info Center!
 

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  • Paano mag-rehistro sa My Philhealth Portal?
  • Anu-anong propesyon ang kailangan ng PRC license at paano mag-renew nito abroad?
  • Philippine Laws Affecting OFW
  • Divorce and Annulment
  • Paano makakuha ng Special Power of Attorney?
  • Paano magrehistro para bumoto sa Presidential Elections 2022?

Know your OFW rights

United Arab Emirates
Basic Labour Rights of OFW in UAE

Qatar
Basic labour rights of OFW in Qatar

Saudi Arabia
Basic labour rights of OFW in KSA

Oman
Basic labour rights of OFW in Oman

Bahrain
Basic labour rights of OFW in Bahrain

Kuwait
Basic labour rights of OFW in Kuwait

Australia
Basic labour rights of OFW in Australia

What to know about overseas contract work?

Understanding Limited & Unlimited Employment Contracts 

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Limited vs Unlimited Contracts

Australia
Limited vs Unlimited Contracts

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Limited vs Unlimited Contracts

Top OFW safety tips

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Responsible Use of Social Media
Police Arrests – UAE
Prison Guide: Useful Arabic Words 
Social Media Rules
Insolvency Law

Qatar
Drinking and Getting Drunk
Police Arrests – Qatar
Prison Guide: Useful Arabic Words 
Police Station – Qatar

Saudi Arabia
Drinking and Getting Drunk
Police Arrests – Saudi Arabia
Prison Guide: Useful Arabic Words 
Police Station – Saudi Arabia
A list of violations and penalties regarding Visa, Labor, and Immigration rules in Saudi Arabia

Oman
Drinking and Getting Drunk
Police Arrests – Oman
Prison Guide: Useful Arabic Words 
Police Station – Oman

Bahrain
Drinking and Getting Drunk – Bahrain
Police Arrests – Bahrain
Prison Guide: Useful Arabic Words 
Police Station – Bahrain

Kuwait
Drinking and Getting Drunk – Kuwait
Police Arrests – Kuwait
Prison Guide: Useful Arabic Words 
Police Station – Kuwait

South Korea
Safety Tips

What to expect in the first 30 days in the Middle East

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Visa Updates

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Visa-free countries for Philippine passport holders
Free E-Visa to Russia (St. Petersburg & Leningrad Region) for Philippine passport holders
UAE-Saudi Arabia Joint Tourist Visas

United Arab Emirates
Golden Visa: Sino ang pwedeng mag-apply?

Saudi Arabia
Tourist E-Visas
Free Tourist Visas for UAE, Bahrain, and Kuwait Expats for Saudi Arabia Festivals

Steps on how to apply for OWWA OFW e-Card

If you have an active OWWA membership with valid OEC, you can get your OWWA OFW e-Card for membership and benefits for FREE.

  1. Visit OWWA website (ecard.owwa.gov.ph)
  2. Click the submit button after completing the form
  3. Add your e-mail address or your Facebook profile name to monitor your card status and by visiting this link to check for the delivery status (card status tracker)
  4. Get the OWWA e-Card on your chosen OWWA regional welfare office

What is the OWWA OFW e-Card?

OWWA OFW e-Card is a proof that you are an active member of Overseas Workers Welfare Administration or OWWA. This can also be used as a valid government identification card (ID) and can be presented to Philippine Overseas Labor Office (POLO) or the Philippine embassy if you seek any of their help or service.

Who can apply for OWWA OFW e-Card?

All “Balik-manggagawa” with active OWWA membership, valid OEC/Exemption number and valid passport could apply for an OFW e-card.

Can newly deployed OFW apply?

For the time being, OWWA OFW e-card is only available for Balik-manggagawa.

Who are the “balik-manggagawa”?

According to Philippine Overseas Employment Agency (POEA) rules and regulation, balik-manggagawa is an OFW that has completed or is currently completing the employment contract working for the same employer.

What are the benefits that we can receive from OWWA with this e-Card?

The e-card can be used as an exit clearance going our of the Philippines, proof of permanent OWWA/OFW membership, and it is a recognized government-issued ID.

Credits: Sulyapinoy, The Official Publication of Filipino EPS Workers Association – South Korea

 



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