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One of the main concerns of many Filipinos who wish to work is money. That's because applying for a job, unlike for local companies,...

PH Government Assures Support for OFWs Arrested in Qatar Over Duterte Protest

MANILA – The Philippine government has assured support for Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) detained in Qatar after participating in an unauthorized protest calling for...

How Coronavirus Impacts Filipino Domestic Workers in Hong Kong

While the world is in the midst of a battle against an invisible enemy, there's an outpouring of gratitude towards frontline workers who risk...

Common Questions About Balik Manggagawa (OEC)

What is a Balik-Manggagawa (BM) Online Processing System? BM Online Processing System is a web-based facility that enables the Balik-Manggagawa (BM) or vacationing OFW to...

7 Common Reasons Filipino Seafarers Fail to Save

As seafarers, a rewarding career awaits those who are hardworking, forward-thinking individuals. Many sailors have risen from the ranks of able seamen to chief...

8 Key Elements of an Employment Contract Every OFW Needs to Understand

An employment contract is essential for Overseas Filipino Workers as it outlines job terms, salary, benefits, and legal protections. Without a clear agreement, OFWs may...

Becoming Hubby's 'Punching Bag' Not Enough To Annul Marriage

Becoming your husband's virtual punching bag is not enough to annul your marriage in the Philippines, a member of the Integrated Bar of the...

4 Tips for OFWs Acting as Couriers for Friends Abroad

One of the things overseas Filipino workers look forward to is their trip to the Philippines for vacation, no matter how short it may...

9 Signs of Overpopulation in the Philippines

There's so much debate about overpopulation in the Philippines. From census to population projection models, is the country ripe for population control? Or is it just there's a great disparity between rich and poor? Let's check the signs. Voters find themselves in long lines during the election period With more qualified voters than anywhere in history, casting ballots has never been...

Marrying A Seafarer: 11 Questions Ladies Should Answer First

If you are engaged to marry a seafarer or someone out there employed to deal with life in the middle of the ocean, crossing...

4 Reasons Why Many OFWs Fail to Save Money

Contrary to many expectations that once a Filipino goes abroad and gets paid a salary higher than back home, many overseas Filipino workers go...

DFA Red Ribbon: Authenticating Philippine Documents, Certificates

The importance of authenticated documents has never been more in demand with it serving as our identity as a Filipino citizen with corresponding rights...

7 Job Hunting Tips To Land Your Dream Job Faster

In the competitive world of job hunting, learning the basics is not enough. Coping with changing times is the only way to move forward; traditional way to find work -- local or abroad -- should give way to modern methods and techniques. If looking for a new job is one of your resolutions in 2015, then this article is for...

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