36 Employment Agencies With Cancelled Licenses, Offenses

The following employment agencies have been stripped off thier licenses by the Philippine Overseas Employment Administration for various offenses.

1. MARI HUMAN RESOURCES, INC. - Misrepresentation (3rd offense)
2. CHOSEN DIVINE MERCY MANPOWER SERVICES CORPORATION - Excessive collection of placement fees, Misrepresentation (3rd offense)
3. KOSEN INTERNATIONAL INC. - Misrepresentation (3rd offense) involving a domestic worker
4. AL-WALIH INTERNATIONAL MANPOWER SERVICES CO. - Misrepresentation (3rd offense) involving a worker bearing a false overseas employment certificate (OEC)
5. CHANCETEAM INTERNATIONAL SERVICES INC. - Misrepresentation (3rd offense) involving domestic worker with a cashier visa
6. TRANSWORTHY INTERNATIONAL MANPOWER CORPORATION - Misrepresentation (3rd offense) involving a domestic worker
7. PRESTIGE SEARCH INTERNATIONAL MANPOWER CORPORATIONC - Excessive placement fees
8. TCI RECRUITMENT CORPORATION - Illegal exactions involving a domestic worker
9. VALENTINO PROMOTION RECRUITMENT INTERNATIONAL AGENCY, INC. -  Illegal exactions involving a domestic worker
10. UNI-LINK OVERSEAS PLACEMENT AGENCY CORPORATION - Misrepresentation (3rd offense) involving domestic worker
11. MID-SOUTH SHIP AND CREW MANAGEMENT INC. - For charging or accepting directly or indirectly any amount of money from an applicant seafarer
12. WONDER STAR CORPORATION - Illigal exactions involving domestic worker
13. RAYSA INTERNATIONAL SMART EMPLOYEMENT SERVICES (RISES) CORPORATION -  Misrepresentation (3rd offense) involving a domestic worker
14. M.R. INTERNATIONAL MANPOWER SERVICES INC. (formerly M.R. INTERNATIONAL TALENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES) - Excessive placement fees
15. KIMOBO INTERNATIONAL PERSONNEL SERVICES INC. - Excessive placement fees
16. SPRING RESOURCES MANAGEMENT & PROMOTION INC. - Excessive placement fees
17. AL-MASIYA OVERSEAS PLACEMENT AGENCY INC. - Misrepresentation (3rd offense) involving workers with fake OWWA pre-departure training certificates
18. BEST ONE INTERNATIONAL SERVICES & CONSULTANCY INC. Illigal exactions and Misrepresentation (3rd offense) involving a domestic worker
19. ACCESGLOBAL INTERNATIONAL MANPOWER SERVICES INC. - Misrepresentation (3rd offense) in securing or renewal of license through falsification of job orders
20. GUTS INTERNATIONAL SERVICES CORPORATION - Excessive placement fees
21. MARIE GOLD INTERNATIONAL MANPOWER SERVICES - Misrepresetation (3rd offense)
22. WANDA RESOURCES AND MANPOWER SERVICES - Excessive placement fees 
23. LAM HEALTHCARE STAFFING CORPORATION - Misrepresentation (3rd offense) involving a domestic worker
24. FILSCANDIA MANPOWER RECRUITMENT SERVICES INC. - Misrepresentation (3rd offense) involving domestic worker with a physical fitness trainor visa
25. MMS ASIA GROUP RESOURCE CORPORATION - Misrepresentation (3rd offense) involving domestic worker processed as a saleslady
26. EFFICIENT INTERNATIONAL MANPOWER SERVICES INC. - Excessive placement fees and Misrepresentation (3rd offense)
27. STRONGHOLD MANPOWER INTERNATIONAL RECRUITMENT AGENCY CORPORATION - Misrepresentation (3rd offense) involving domestic worker 
28. EASYWAY INTERNATIONAL RECRUITMENT AGENCY CO. - Misrepresentation (3rd offense) involving domestic worker 
29. GREENGATE MANPOWER SERVICES CO. - Misrepresentation (3rd offense) involving domestic worker 
30. ZAREIKO PRODUCTIONS, INC. - Excessive placement fees
31. RILEY INTERNATIONAL EMPLOYMENT SERVICES - Misrepresentation (3rd offense)
32. SML HUMAN RESOURCES INC. - Illegal exactions involving domestic worker and Misrepresentation (3rd offense)
33. THE LAMPLIGHT INTERNATIONAL MANPOWER SERVICES - Excessive placement fees and Misrepresentation (3rd offense)
34. MAYAN INTERNATIONAL STAFFING AGENCY, INC. - Illigal exactions and Misrepresentation (3rd offense) involving caregiver
35. ELBEITAM MANAGEMENT SERVICES, INC. - Misrepresentation (3rd offense)
36. AL-NIEL INTERATIONAL RECRUITMENT - Misrepresentation (3rd offense)

How OFWs can get NBI clearance abroad

Filipinos who want to work abroad needs to submit documents on a licensed recruitment agency. These documents include curriculum vitae, diplomas, transcript of records, police clearance, certificate of trainings and NBI clearance. All of which should be authenticated.

Among these documents, the NBI clearance expires yearly and so an overseas Filipino worker or OFW should renew it. But it would be a hassle if you are working abroad. So, how would you get one since it has to be obtain personally for security purposes?

OFWs can obtain their NBI clearance by following the steps below:

1. The OFW should secure NBI Clearance Application Form (NBI Form No.5) from the Philippine Embassy/Consulate in the country where you currently are.
2. Fill out the form and go to the Embassy/Consulate or nearest police station for fingerprinting, which should be rolled impressions. The one who took the fingerprint impression must sign on the form.
3. OFWs must attached a 2×2 picture in a white background, taken within three (3) months prior to application, photocopy of passport and other valid identification card/s.
4. Other than the instructions above, OFWs are also required to register online at www.nbi-clearance.com. An applicant is required to sign-up and or sign-in to apply for clearance where a reference number will appear on the screen. The OFW must copy this reference number which will serve as the NBI's code in the retrieval of the applicant's data and status of application.
5. Enclose money order or bank draft in the amount of two hundred pesos (P200.00), Philippine currency, negotiable in the Philippines, payable to the NBI Director. Cash is also accepted equivalent to two hundred pesos (P200.00). Clearance fee is one hundred fifteen pesos (P115.00) and the remaining eighty-five pesos (P85.00) will be used to send clearance through the Philippine Post.
6. OFWs should send completed application form to: Ms. Sandra P. Sobida, Mailed Clearance Section, 3rd floor, NBI Clearance Bldg., UN Avenue, Ermita, Manila, Philippines. Ms. Sobida can also be reached at (+632) 523 8231 local 5465.
7. Processing time for applications will take a maximum of five (5) days upon receipt of documents.
8. If the OFW would let a relative to submit the documents, a Letter of Authorization should be provided.

SSS Housing Loan for OFW

SSS Housing Loan for OFW

Overseas Filipino Workers (OFW) is entitled to be an SSS member and has the privilege to avail the Direct Housing Loan Facility which aims to provide socialized and low-cost housing.

This SSS housing loan for OFW can help guide you with the following procedures.

SSS defines an OFW as a private sector worker who is:

• currently deployed with a contract processed through the POEA or authenticated by the Embassy abroad 
• with employment contract awaiting renewal/deployment 
• a Filipino national but who is now a citizen or immigrant of a foreign countries but is interested in buying a housing unit for his family who is still in the country.
• a long-term resident overseas Filipinos who wish to avail of housing package either for themselves when they retire or when they visit the Philippines and/or for their extended families.

OFWs who fit under these conditions should also be a member of SSS to be able to apply for a housing loan. The OFW must meet the following requirements:

• Member should be a certified Overseas Filipino Workers 
• A voluntary OFW member of SSS
• Has at least 36 months contribution and 24 continues contribution in the period prior to the application 
• The OFW is not more than 60 years old at the time of application and must be insurable. Members who are aged 60 years at the time of application will have a maximum loan term of 5 years.
• OFW was not previously granted an SSS housing loan.
• Has not been granted a final SSS benefits.
• OFW borrower and spouse is updated in the payment of their SSS loan(s), if any

The housing loan applied for will be approved after meticulous screening and if the purpose is:

• construction of a new house or dwelling unit on a lot owned by the applicant free from lien/encumbrances 
• purchase of a lot and construction thereon of a new house or dwelling unit 
• purchase on existing residential unit which may be a house and lot, a condominium unit or a townhouse .

Upon completion of the needed documents, an OFW may file the housing loan application at the nearest SSS cluster branch or at the Housing and Business Loan Department, 5th floor, SSS Bldg., East Avenue, Diliman, Quezon City.

How OFWs can apply for SSS Housing Loan

How OFWs can apply for SSS Housing Loan

Overseas Filipino who are members of Social Security System (SSS) may apply for housing loan.
Once the OFW has checked that he or she is an eligible member of SSS, the following documents should be prepared before filing the application.

Original copy of:

• Mortgagor's Application for Housing Loan with 1×1 ID pictures of Principal Applicant and Spouse
• Certificate of Loan Eligibility (CLE) -P100 service fee 
• Certification from POEA/DOLE/OWWA/SSS Foreign Representative Office or Philippine Embassy/Consular Office 
• Deed of Sale or Contract of Sale with statement of latest balance for purchase of lot or house and lot
• Appraisal Report from Home Guaranty Corporation accredited appraisal companies 
• Certificate of Acceptance and Occupancy duly signed by the borrower if house is 100% complete at the time of loan filing 
• Duly notarized Special Power of Attorney (if filing is through a representative)

Original and photocopy of:

• Latest Contract of Employment and latest Employer's Certification duly authenticated by the Philippine Consulate 
• Owner's copy of the Transfer Certificate Title (TCT)/Original Certificate Title (OCT)/Condominium Certificate of Title (CCT)
• Certificate true copy of TCT/OCT/CCT issued by the Register of Deeds
• Latest Property Tax Declaration and Realty Tax Receipt 

Other documents:

• Lot plan with vicinity map duly signed and sealed by the Registered Surveyor or Geodetic Engineer (Blue Print)
• Building plans/specification/picture of the house (Blue Print)
• A set of twelve (12) postdated checks covering twelve (12) monthly installments and shall be repeated every twelve (12) months thereafter until the loan is fully paid 
• Tax Mapping/Subdivision Plan
• Affidavit of Undertaking to continue paying monthly SSS premium contribution for the duration of housing loan 

Upon completion of the above-mentioned documents needed for SSS Housing loan application, the OFW may then proceed the nearest SSS cluster branch or at the Housing and Business Loans Department, 5th floor, SSS Bldg., East Avenue, Diliman, Quezon City for filing.

WORK SCHEDULE OF SSS OFFICE, JEDDAH, KSA

The Philippine Consulate General in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia would like to inform the Overseas Filipino Workers (OFW) and all Filipinos that the Social Security System (SSS) representative will be on annual vacation from October 9 to November 8, 2016.

Miss Argentina Y. Coronel will temporarily manage the SSS office on the said dates from 8 am to 12 noon only, to assist and service those with business transactions. Coronel may be reached through her number 0532358056 or email ups_thina@yahoo.com for concerns and important matters.

PCGJeddah moved to new location

The Philippine Consulate General in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia has been move into a new location.

OFWs who will have transactions with the Consulate must now proceed to its new address at Building No. 4663,  Fajer Street, Al Rehab District 6, Jeddah,  Saudi Arabia.

PCG Jeddah will no longer hold business matters in its old office at Umm Al Qura Street, Rehab District.

The Consulate offers services to OFWs like passport issuance and renewal, visa application, civil registry (birth,  marriage, death), notarial,  police clearance etc. It also give assistance to Filipinos in Jeddah for repatriation, labor cases against employer and more.


Below is a map that will guide OFWs to the new location of the Consulate.

What are Allowed in Balikbayan Boxes?

Just few months before Christmas comes,  most of us OFWs in Saudi Arabia,  United Arab Emirates, Europe, United States and Singapore are getting to fill our Balikbayan boxes for our families in Philippines. It's our evidence of being hardwork and sacrifices for our family.
Unfurtunetly, some of us are experienced tampered or half opened  boxes when delivered to our families. Some boxes are even failed to reach the intended receiver.

To avoid this happening,  before we fill the Balikbayan box we must know first what should not be included in the package.

Here are the list of items we must not put in our box,  as ordered by the Department of Trade  and Industry (DTI).

1. Currencies,  checks, money orders and traveler's checks 
2. Jewelries 
3. Firearms, ammunitions, and explosives
4. Prohibited drugs and other subtances
5. Pornographic materials, gambling cards and toy guns 
6. Pirated products like DVD, CD
7. Items that are of commercial quantity 
8. Plant seeds and plant materials
9. Any food stuff that are not in cans, sealed packages or bottles 

We must remember these lists of items not to send through Balikbayan boxes or it will placed on hold by the Bureau of Customs on which they may face charges against violations.


Additional LIST OF PROHIBITED AND RESTRICTED ITEMS IN BALIKBAYAN BOX as per Bureau of Customs

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DOLE 24/7 Hotline 1349

DOLE Launched 24/7 Hotline 1349
for Local and Overseas Work-Ralated Concerns and Inquiries


The Department of Labor and Employment launched the 24/7 Hotline 1349 for local and overseas work-related concerns and inquiries.


The DOLE 24/7 Hotline will be managed by its Labor Communication Office with 10 call centers and operate in shifts from 6-2pm, 2-10pm, 10-6am.

Filipinos calling DOLE's 24/7 Hotline abroad won't pay anything; DOLE will collect charges.

Requirements for Renewal of MRP or Green Passport

Philippine Consulate General Jeddah

Renewal of MRP or Green Passport for the Overseas Filipino Workers (OFW) and all Pilipinos will only be processed by the PCG in Jeddah upon submission of the following documents:

1. Actual Green Passport
2. Birth Certificate issued by the Philippine Statistics Authority (NSO)
3. At least one (1) valid identification document (SSS ID, Philippine Driver's License, Voter's ID, PRC ID, etc. )

Othet support documents as necessary (i.e. Authenticated Marriage Certificate if married and using married surname).

How to Update PhilHealth Member Data Record

Overseas Filipino Workers (OFW) are recomended to be member of PhilHealth to avail benefits entitled for them. OFWs pay an amount of P2,400.00 per year as their premium contribution so they can avail of PhilHealth benefits for hospital confinements and surgeries.

To be able to enjoy these benefits, any changes in the OFW membership data record should be updated at once (i.e. civil status etc.) to avoid any inconvenience.

OFWs should follow the steps below to update their PhilHealth member data record:

1. Download the PhilHealth Member Registration Form.
2. Check the box 'For Updating'  found on the upper right-hand side of the form.

3. Fill the part where the necessary revisions should be. Double-check the information you are to provide.
4. After filling up, email the accomplished form to ofp@philhealth.gov.ph

5. Wait for an emailed copy of your updated Member Data Record.


OFWs can pay their contribution in advance for five years or depends on the duration of the employment contract with their overseas employer.

Be Work-Abroad Ready, Take the PEOS Online Now

Be Work-Abroad Ready, Take the PEOS Online Now 

Are you planning to work abroad? Prepare and be work-abroad ready by taking the Pre-Employment Orientation Seminar or PEOS.



This comprehensive module is provided by the Philippine Overseas Employment Administration (POEA) for free to help Filipinos decide whether or not to pursue overseas employment. PEOS Online has been made desktop and mobile-friendly so anyone can take it anytime anywhere, as long as there is a strong internet connection. To make it more accessible, POEA offices and some license agencies have facilities to accommodate those who wish to take it.


How to take PEOS Online


Here are the step-by-step instructions to help you complete this module:

1. Go to www.peos.poea.gov.ph and choose which training module is right for you. You may select from any of the following existing modules:                                                                                       *PEOS Online for Professional and Skilled Workers;and                                                                       *PEOS Online for Domestic Workers
2. Fill out the form to register.
3. Read the modules and answer all the questions after each module. You need to get at least three correct answers to proceed to the next module.
4. If you choose to take the PEOS Online for Domestic Workers, proceed to Part 2 after passing all 7 modules in Part 1. Select your desired country of destination and answer all the questions.

After passing all the learning modules, You can now print your certificate or take note of your certificate number. You will be ask to present this during your application.

You may also refer to the animated illustration below:

Taking the PEOS Online have been made mandatory for all first-time overseas workers since June 2016. Aside from personal and travel documents, aspiring OFWs will be asked to present their PEOS Certificate number before they  can proceed with their job application.

Be a step closer to your dream job, take PEOS Online now.

Memorandum Circulars Nos. 3 and 4 (POEA)

Sa mga kapwa ko OFW at sa mga mag aabroad, naglabas po ang Philippine Overseas Employment Agency (POEA) ng Memorandum Circulars Nos. 3 and 4 Series of 2016 para sa mga lisensyadong Recruitment Agencies  na ang layunin ay subaybayan at bigyan ng pansin ang mga reklamo at hinaing ng kanilang mga deployed overseas Filipino workers.

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