How Safe is it to Live in Egypt?
Over the last few years, some events have caused people to think that Egypt is no longer as safe a place to go to as it used to be. However, if you ask Egyptians, they … Read more
72 More Remains of Saudi OFWs Arrive Home – DOLE
The fourth batch of the remains of overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) who passed away in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia was flown back home on Friday, August 28. The chartered flight of the Philippine Airlines which arrived … Read more
OFWs with Active OWWA Membership Can Apply for Children’s Educational Aid
Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) who have lost their jobs due to the coronavirus pandemic but are active members of the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) may avail of Php10,000 education assistance for their children. On Thursday, August 27, Labor … Read more
Philippines Enacts Stricter Measures for Filipinos Bringing in Relatives to UAE
It’s no surprise that the UAE is among the few nations that have been at the forefront of business, trade, and overall economy, thereby making it one of the target destinations for Filipinos for work. Despite … Read more
How to Apply for an EB-3 Employment-Based Visa
Since the late 19th century, migration from the Philippines to the US has steadily increased, representing the fourth-largest origin group after the foreign born from Mexico, India, and China in the last quarter of 2019. … Read more
No Travel Restrictions on Filipinos on These 5 Countries Amid Pandemic
Despite the sustained increase in COVID-19 cases in the Philippines, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) has received reports that five new countries have lifted inbound restrictions on Filipino travelers. Also Read: Top 10 Countries with the Most … Read more
Philippine Consulate in San Francisco California, USA
The embassy and the consulates in the US work together to cater to the needs of more Filipinos in the country. If you are somewhere in California or nearby states and it’s not practical for … Read more
Updated List of Philippine Overseas Labor Offices (POLO) Branches Abroad
To make it easier for OFWs to come running back to the Philippine government for whatever grievance they suffer in the hands of their employers or recruiters, the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) set … Read more
How Safe is it in Singapore?
Singapore is one of the safest countries in the world. Even in the light of this current global health crisis, the country has proven to the world that it has everything under control, putting stringent … Read more
OWWA to Launch Livelihood Programs for Repatriated OFWs this Sept
The Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) announced that it will launch a “group of livelihood” assistance program for repatriated and returning OFWs starting next month. According to OWWA, up to P1 million in loans will be … Read more