The Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) offers support to overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) who have sustained partial or permanent injuries during their employment overseas. This assistance is provided through the Disability and Dismemberment Benefit, a specialized program that offers financial aid in the form of cash, with a maximum amount of PhP 100,000. Active OWWA…
Gather the necessary documents: Before you proceed with the application process, make sure you have the required documents. These typically include your passport, OWWA membership records, proof of OWWA contributions, and any other supporting documents that may be requested.How to Apply OWWA Rebate Program Visit the nearest OWWA office: Locate the nearest OWWA office in…
Embarking on a maritime career and exploring the world through the seas may seem like a distant dream for many. However, the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) offers a program called Mariner’s Dugtong Aral (MDA), designed to support college graduates who aspire to become seafarers. This program provides a pathway for individuals who didn’t major…
The Seafarer’s Upgrading Program (SUP) is a unique scholarship program offered by the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) to support Filipino seafarers who are currently working, returning from work, or venturing into the field for the first time. The program aims to enhance their expertise and competence in accordance with global maritime standards.how-to-avail-owwa-sup-seafarers-upgrading-program Through SUP,…
“If you’re an overseas Filipino worker based in Bahrain and seeking guidance on applying for or renewing your OWWA membership, we recommend visiting the POLO Manama, Bahrain office to ensure your account remains active. This comprehensive guide provides detailed information on the process of OWWA Bahrain membership renewal or application. Additionally, it’s worth noting that…
If you are an overseas Filipino worker in Milan, Italy and you need to apply for or renew your OWWA (Overseas Workers Welfare Administration) membership, here is a guide to help you through the process. Schedule OWWA Appointment Membership Milan, ItalyPlease note that the POLO (Philippine Overseas Labor Office) Milan office handles these matters. Book…
The Skills for Employment Scholarship Program (SESP) offered by the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) is an education and scholarship program aimed at providing support to active OWWA OFW members and their qualified dependents who are pursuing or planning to enroll in technical-vocational (tech-voc) courses. This program offers monetary assistance of up to PHP 14,500…
The Philippine Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) has recently issued a warning to Filipinos seeking job opportunities to exercise caution when encountering job offers and employment advertisements online. The department advises individuals to be vigilant as some of these offers may appear too good to be true and could potentially be associated with fraudulent…
The information you provided states that Japan is planning to hire approximately 350,000 skilled foreign workers within a 5-year timeframe. According to a report from September 4, 2021, shared on the Philippine News Agency website, the Philippine Overseas Labor Office in Osaka, Japan expressed the need to hire foreign workers for Japan’s labor workforce.350,000 Skilled…
At least one person has been reported dead, and two Filipino overseas workers have suffered minor injuries after a seven-story apartment building in Doha, Qatar collapsed on Wednesday. The two overseas Filipino workers (OFWs), whose identities have been withheld, suffered bruises and were discharged from Hamad General Hospital after receiving treatment. DMW responded promptly to…
