The Philippine Overseas Employment Administration (POEA) is a government agency within the Philippine executive department established to encourage and oversee the development of Filipino human resources abroad. Operating under the management of the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE), POEA provides services such as facilitating employment opportunities, offering placement assistance, providing training, and ensuring follow-up [...]

As part of its strategic goals, the Singaporean government actively seeks to attract talented individuals to reside and work in the country, ultimately encouraging them to become permanent residents. The Singapore Global Investor Program (SGIP) is specifically crafted for affluent and experienced foreign entrepreneurs, business proprietors, and managers looking to establish businesses or invest in [...]

For Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) in Singapore returning from a vacation in the Philippines, securing the Overseas Employment Certificate (OEC), also known as the Balik Manggagawa certificate, is a crucial step before resuming work in Singapore. Understanding the significance of the OEC is essential for OFWs, and this article provides guidelines for acquiring the certificate. [...]

In accordance with the regulations set by the Philippines Overseas Employment Administration (POEA), all Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) are mandated to possess an OEC when embarking on or returning from their overseas assignments. Functioning as an exit clearance/pass, the OEC validates the regularity of recruitment and documentation for an OFW and serves as evidence of [...]