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Balik-Manggagawa Requirements 2026: OEC & the New 90-Day OFW Travel Pass for Returning OFWs
Balik-Manggagawa requirements 2026: who qualifies, the new 90-day OFW Travel Pass via eGovPH vs the 60-day OEC, and why rehires get rejected. Full guide.
DMW/POEA Accredited Medical Clinics 2026: The Real List Is DOH's — How to Verify a Clinic
DMW/POEA don't accredit OFW medical clinics — DOH does, through HFSRB's MFOWS category. Learn who does what, how to verify a clinic online, and your rights.
Fit to Work Medical Certificate Philippines 2026: Requirements, Cost & Where to Get One
A fit-to-work certificate in the Philippines has no fixed price or validity by law. See who can issue one, what's tested, and online options from around ₱399 in 2026.
Health Insurance for OFW Family in the Philippines (2026): PhilHealth, HMO & Prepaid Cards
PhilHealth won't auto-cover parents under 60. See real OFW family HMO prices — MediCard Kabayan from ₱16,524/yr — plus age caps and pre-existing rules.
OEC Requirements 2026: How to Get Your Overseas Employment Certificate (DMW Online + OFW Travel Pass)
2026 OEC requirements: DMW Online steps for new hires, the free 90-day OFW Travel Pass via eGovPH for rehires, exemptions, fees, and 60-day validity rules.
OWWA Benefits for OFW: The Complete 2026 List of Programs and Amounts
Every OWWA benefit for OFWs in 2026: death (₱100,000-₱200,000), disability, BPBH livelihood grants, MEDplus, scholarships, and how to apply from abroad.
OWWA Membership 2026: Requirements, US$25 Fee & How to Join or Renew (App, Abroad or in PH)
OWWA membership costs US$25 and lasts 2 years or until your contract ends. Renew from abroad via the OWWA app, at your jobsite, or through DMW in the PH.
Pag-IBIG Contribution for OFWs: 2026 Rates, MP2, and How to Pay From Abroad
Pag-IBIG for OFWs in 2026: the ₱200/month minimum, MP2 savings, and how to register and pay from abroad via Virtual Pag-IBIG. Check your options now.
PhilHealth OFW Contribution 2026: Rate, Computation, and How to Pay From Abroad
PhilHealth OFW contribution in 2026 stays at 5% of declared income (₱500–₱5,000/month). See the computation table, worked examples, and how to pay from abroad.
SIRB Requirements 2026: How to Get Your Seafarer's Record Book (SRB) — Fees, eGovPH Appointment & Validity
SIRB is now called SRB. See 2026 fees (₱1,000 new/renewal, ₱1,800 onboard), required documents, and how to book your MARINA appointment via the eGovPH app.
SSS OFW Contribution 2026: ₱1,200 to ₱5,250 a Month (Full Table + How to Pay From Abroad)
OFW SSS contributions in 2026 run ₱1,200 to ₱5,250 a month depending on declared salary. See the full contribution table, deadlines, and how to pay from abroad.
Yellow Fever Vaccine Philippines 2026: ₱1,500–₱2,000 at BOQ, Yellow Card & Appointment Guide
Yellow fever vaccine costs ₱1,500–₱2,000 at BOQ (Manila, Iloilo, Cebu, Davao), ICV yellow card included. How to book at icv.boq.ph, who needs it, validity rules.