A verified Employment Contract is crucial for Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) in Bahrain. It is a primary requirement when applying for an Overseas Employment Certificate (OEC), which is an exit clearance for Filipinos leaving the country to work abroad. The process of Individual Contract Verification ensures that OFWs’ employment contracts comply with the current laws and standards of both the Philippines and the host country. It safeguards the employment benefits, rights, and welfare of OFWs while working abroad. To avoid any issues when securing an OEC or during their flight, OFWs should complete their Individual Contract Verification with the Migrant Workers Office (MWO) in Manama, Bahrain.Individual Contract Verification MWO Manama, Bahrain
For details on how to apply for an OEC certificate in Bahrain, please refer to the provided link.
Qualifications
For those wondering who should verify their employment contract, here are the following individuals qualified to process their Individual Contract Verification in MWO Bahrain: Filipino nationals who are working overseas without POEA records Filipino workers who are registered with POEA but changed their employers on-site Filipino nationals who have potential employers and an employment visa approved by the Immigration Department Household Service Workers (HSWs): For Kuwait citizen sponsors- renew contract verification every two (2) years For foreign national sponsors- renew contract verification every one (1) year Other Filipino workers on a fixed-term contract
Requirements
Primary documentary requirements for processing an Individual Contract Verification with MWO Bahrain include:
- Copy of 2-way Airline ticket
- Copy of employee’s CPR
- Copy of Commercial Registration (CR)
- Copy of employer or company’s authorized signatory CPR in the COE and EC
- Copy of passport (valid for at least six months before intended departure from the Philippines)
- Copy of valid visa or Residence Permit (RP)
- Copy of Affidavit of Undertaking for drivers
- Two copies of the original Employment Contract (EC) (sponsor’s signature and company logo required on all pages)
- If visit visa to local transfer and working visa, a copy of sworn statement explaining how the worker obtained employment
- Copy of Certificate of Employment (COE) on company letterhead, stamped, and signed by employer and employee
- Copy of letter from employer stating worker’s transfer of job site (if returning to the same employer but different job site)
- Copy of Contingency Plan on company letterhead, stamped, and signed by employer or authorized signatory
Please download the Employment Contract, Affidavit of Undertaking, Contingency Plan, and Sworn Statement from the Embassy of the Philippines in Manama, Bahrain [provide hyperlink].
MWO Bahrain verifies Employment Contracts based on the following minimum labor standards:
- Job site must be within Bahrain.
- Basic monthly wage should not be lower than BD 150, with indicated payment method and schedule.
- Free accommodation, food, transportation, and compensation allowances should be provided.
- Clear start and end dates of the contract should be stated.
- Free return flight or equivalent compensation if the worker completes the contract.
- Maximum of 48 working hours per week with one day off.
- Eligibility and benefits for sick leave.
- Free dental and emergency medical treatment.
- Personal life accident insurance entitlement.
- Stated grounds or causes for terminating the contract or worker’s service.
- Procedure for settling disputes.
- Employer’s responsibility for repatriation expenses in case of worker’s death.
Applicable fees for OFWs verifying their Employment Contract with MWO Bahrain:
- Verification fee: BHD 4
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- MWO Bahrain does not have an appointment portal for labor-related services. The Philippine Embassy’s appointment system in Bahrain is only for consular services.
- Contact MWO or the Philippine Embassy in Bahrain to inquire about the process for verifying an Employment Contract, and whether they accept walk-ins or require an appointment.
- Remember to print or take a screenshot of your confirmed appointment schedule from your email and bring it on the day of your appointment with MWO Bahrain.
- Dress appropriately when visiting the Embassy premises. Avoid wearing strapless, spaghetti-strap blouses, tank tops, sando, skimpy skirts, shorts, leggings, and slippers, as entry to the Embassy will not be allowed.
- For more information, contact MWO Bahrain at polobahrain@yahoo.com or call their 24/7 hotline and WhatsApp at +973 38072476.
EC and Contract Verification Bahrain
Please check out this video by our kabayan Al Alejandro as he shares tips about the process of contract verification application and OEC in Manama:
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How to Verify Employment Contract in MWO Bahrain
To verify an employment contract, OFWs should contact MWO Bahrain to check if they accept walk-ins or require appointments. You can reach MWO Bahrain at +973 38072476 or via email at polobahrain@yahoo.com. You can also inquire with the Philippine Embassy in Bahrain through their official Facebook page or website.
If walk-ins are allowed, follow these steps:
- Confirm if walk-ins are accepted or if an appointment is necessary.
- Visit MWO Bahrain on the day of your appointment.
- Present your proof of approved appointment schedule (printed/screenshot), valid ID, and original passport to the security personnel.
- Receive a token number and proceed to the receiving counter.
- Submit all required documents for evaluation.
- Pay the verification fee and any other applicable fees.
- Collect your official receipt and wait for the release of your verified employment contract.
It’s important to note that the Philippine Embassy in Manama, Bahrain has relocated to Building 2168, Road 2755, Block 327, Adliya, Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain since January 2023. OFWs verifying their employment contracts with MWO should visit this new location.
Reminders
Important reminders for processing your Individual Contract Verification with MWO B
