How to Apply OWWA Death and Burial Benefits

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In the event that an overseas Filipino worker (OFW) dies abroad, a claim for his or her death and burial benefits can be done by his/her next-of-kin. Let this article guide you through the application process of claiming death and burial benefits, should you have an OFW relative who passed away while working overseas. Among the benefits of being an …

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How to Join OWWA Pre-Departure Education Program (PDEP)

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All OFWs are required to undergo a series of seminars handled by the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) in order for them to be fully aware of the necessary conditions upon arriving at their country of destination, and to be equipped with essential competencies and skills for overseas employment. Among these include the Pre–Departure Orientation Seminar (PDOS) and the Comprehensive …

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How to Apply OWWA Rebate Program

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OWWA has allotted a budget and certain programs for OFWs that can help to extend help financially. One of these programs is the OWWA Rebate Program, which is open to all OFWs that have been members for 10 years and more but have not claimed any benefits from this Philippine agency. Please be advised on the steps on how you …

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How to Avail OWWA Disability and Dismemberment Benefits

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The Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) provides assistance to OFWs who have been partially or permanently injured while in their work contract through the Disability and Dismemberment Benefit. This is a specially designed program in the form of cash aid amounting to a maximum of PhP 100,000 which active OWWA OFW members can avail of. That way, OFWs will still …

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How to Avail OWWA SUP – Seafarer’s Upgrading Program

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The Seafarer’s Upgrading Program (SUP) is a special OWWA scholarship program that caters to active, returning, or first-time Filipino seafarers who are active members, in order to improve their skills and proficiency in the various technicalities and specialties consistent with international maritime standards. This SUP program provides a monetary grant of up to PhP 7,500 per training course offered by …

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