Here’s a fantastic news for anyone working or are planning to get a job as a Household Service Worker (HSW) in Hong Kong. Effective October 1, the government of Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HK SAR) will implement a new law that requires employers to increase the allowable wage and food allowance for HSWs. With […]
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Which Items In Your Luggage Are Actually Taxable – Bureau of Customs
We’ve all heard about the Bureau of Customs fiasco where they proposed all balikbayan boxes should be opened and checked. Fortunately, that law was shot down after heavy opposition from OFWs and their families. In relation to this, however, one of the BOC officials took the time to explain which luggage items are taxable when […]
Viral Video In Saudi : Husband Caught Cheating When His Wife Put A Secret Camera
Viral video of an OFW in Saudi and her employer in Saudi is spreading online. On the said video you will see the two Filipina and their Saudi employer in the kitchen while preparing some foods. When suddenly a Saudi man employer grabs the private parts of a Filipina and did some sensual acts. Out of […]
Why OFWs Should Take Advantage Of The SSS Flexi Fund Program
If you are an Overseas Filipino Worker (OFW) or are related to one, you really need to learn about the SSS Flexi Fund Program. What is it exactly? How do you qualify and what are the benefits? Read on and we’ll answer your questions along the way. SSS Flexi Fund First and foremost, the SSS […]
COMELEC Announces Mobile Voting For OFWs
With the national presidential elections merely less than a year away, the Commission on Elections (Comelec) has officially declared that they will be implementing a “mobile voting” system to make it possible for OFWs to cast their votes. Arthur Lim, current commissioner of Comelec, said that they will be bringing voting machines in various destinations […]
Philippines and New Zealand Sign New Labor Agreement for OFWs
Here’s a wonderful news for anyone planning to work in New Zealand. The Philippines and New Zealand recently inked a labor cooperation agreement which implements many fantastic benefits for overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) while employed in the said country. Rosalinda Baldoz, secretary of the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) and Michel Woodhouse, minister of […]
Pinoy Nurse Faces Jail Time In Singapore For Racist Facebook Posts
This story will remind you about the importance of using social media responsibly. Recently, a Filipino nurse in Singapore has been arrested and sentenced with 4-month imprisonment after posting a malicious post on Facebook against Singaporeans. Ello Ed Mundsel Bello, 29 years old, has received a lot of negative feedback for his racist Facebook post. […]
3 Reasons Why Some OFWs Are Still Poor After Working Abroad For Years
Although it’s undeniable that one of the biggest lures of working abroad is the higher salary, it stands as a fact that many OFWs are still experiencing money-related struggles even after working for many years in foreign countries. This, of course, is a common scenario for many OFWs and their families. Why does this happen? […]
GSIS Launches New Benefits for Members and Pensioners
This is a wonderful news for members and pensioners of the Government Service Insurance System (GSIS). As they have recently announced, GSIS will be launching several additional benefits starting this month. Funeral Benefits Robert Vergara, President and General Manager of GSIS, the pension fund’s funeral benefits have been raised by P10,000 so now it is […]
Senators Marcos and Binay Push For Increased Legal Assistance Funding for OFWs
Senators Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos, Jr. and Ma. Lourdes “Nancy” Binay recently declared that they are pushing the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) to increase the allocated budget for Overseas Filipino Workers (OFW) in need of legal assistance. According to both senators, the current administration has failed to provide adequate support for OFWs facing legal […]