Pinoy OFW News – News and information about Overseas Filipino Workers around the globe. We share the latest updates on current updates about fellow Pinoys working overseas. Good to learn about what’s going on with our kababayans.
In a significant development that promises to reshape the lives of overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) in Taiwan, the Manila Economic and Cultural Office (MECO) has announced a new visa policy by the Taiwanese government. This … Read more
In a significant development for motorists in the Philippines, the Toll Collection Inter-Operability project has commenced its dry run, introducing a new era of convenience on the country’s expressways. The project allows motorists to utilize … Read more
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has announced the commencement of the voter registration period for the upcoming 2025 national and local elections (NLE). This critical phase begins on February 12 and extends until September 30, … Read more
Great news! In a significant move for labor rights and welfare, the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) announced on Wednesday that the recent minimum wage increases in Taiwan and Hong Kong will positively impact thousands … Read more
In a significant move to augment the welfare of our kababayans abroad, the House Committee on Overseas Workers Affairs has initiated discussions on potential legislation that would establish a dedicated OFW pension system. Spearheaded by … Read more
In an age where digital wallets have revolutionized our spending habits, GCash emerges as a forerunner, simplifying the travel experience by expanding its reach beyond Philippine shores, as it is now available to even more … Read more
Philippine Ambassador to Morocco, Leslie Baja, shared grim updates on Monday regarding the aftermath of a destructive 6.8 magnitude quake that shook the southwest of Marrakech in Morocco. The earthquake, one of the strongest to … Read more
Are you traveling abroad soon? Take note that an updated list of travel requirements for outbound travelers including OFWs from the Philippines has been released which will take effect starting September 3, 2023. According to … Read more
In just a few months, around 92 million voters are set to vote in the upcoming Philippine elections. After much delay, the next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) Elections will finally be held on October … Read more
A photo of a Filipino tourist wearing a toga at Manila’s NAIA airport has gone viral after it was posted on social media, with many people saying the stunt was a tongue-in-cheek commentary on ‘ridiculous’ … Read more