Saudi Arabia is known for its thriving oil and gas industry. In fact, the Kingdom is the world’s biggest crude oil producer, having around 17 percent of proven petroleum reserves globally! Thanks to its active … If you are planning to work or stay here in Saudi Arabia for quite some time, then getting a mobile phone is definitely essential.

On November 7 (Monday), the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) through its overseas labor posts in Riyadh, Jeddah, and Al-Khobar, will resume the verification of new contracts for Saudi-bound OFWs after almost a year of non-hiring of new OFWs due to the global pandemic and other welfare concerns.

2014年4月5日 · The mandate of the Philippine Overseas Labor Office headed by the Labor Attache, including the OWWA officer assigned to Saudi Arabia, includes the following: Employment Promotion; Workers Protection; Community Networking; Issuance of Overseas Employment Certificate (required for returning OFWs)

Filipinos in Saudi Arabia are migrants or descendants of the Philippines who live in Saudi Arabia. Saudi Arabia is currently the largest employer of Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs), [2] and has the largest Filipino population in the Middle East. [3]

2015年11月24日 · This document provides an overview of key information for OFWs going to Saudi Arabia, including: - Demographics on the estimated Filipino population in KSA and common problems faced. - Background on Saudi Arabia's government, culture, language, religion, cuisine and …

Starting today, 7th November 2022, the deployment of overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) to Saudi Arabia has resumed once again. It may be recalled that last year, the Philippine Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) suspended deployment to the Kingdom due to reports of unpaid salaries and abuse cases.

MWO Riyadh streamlines the registration process for the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) membership, which offers insurance, financial, and medical benefits to OFWs. MWO also works with the Philippine Overseas Employment Administration (POEA) to ensure that employment contracts adhere to Saudi Arabian labor laws and regulations.

Listed below are the 24-hour hotline numbers for Filipinos in Saudi Arabia: Embassy’s Assistance to Nationals Section (for police and detention cases, death, and other emergencies): 056 989 3301 Philippine Overseas Labor Office (POLO) Riyadh (for labor-related complaints and welfare issues in the Riyadh Region): 056 509 4862

"United OFWs: Strength, Sacrifice, and Success" We are a community of hardworking and dedicated Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) united by our resilience, sacrifices, and dreams for a better future. Our group serves as a support system for Filipinos working abroad, providing guidance, encouragement, and a sense of family despite the distance.

To become an OFW in Saudi Arabia, you’ll need to get in touch with an accredited recruitment agency and a sponsor or employer. The sponsor is responsible for facilitating the documents that you’ll need — such as a working visa and residence permit — to be able to work in the Kingdom.

2022年10月13日 · According to 2020 data published by the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA), the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia remains undisputed as being the most preferred destination of OFWs, eating up a total of 470, 820 (22.1%) of the whole OFW population.

Whether rehired by the same employer or changed sponsorship, Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) should apply for verification of the Employment Contract. The same goes for OFWs vacationing in the Philippines who should obtain an Overseas Employment Certificate (OEC) from POEA, an exit clearance for Filipinos departing the country to work abroad.

2024年10月28日 · The Filipino workforce in Saudi Arabia has become more diversified over the last several years as more opportunities open up for foreign workers, according to t

Basic labour rights of OFW in KSA. Security of Tenure. Probationary period shall not exceed 90 days, exclusive of Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha holidays and sick leaves. Each party shall have the right to terminate the contract during this period, unless the contract embodies a clause giving the right to terminate the contract to only one of them.

2013年4月2日 · Basic information you need to know as an OFW in Saudi Arabia. 1. Carry your Iqama wherever you are. Iqama fee is shouldered by your employer. 2. For household service workers, the minimum salary is $400/month as per POEA rule. 3. It is prohibit...

For several decades now, many Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) as well as people from other countries choose to work in Saudi Arabia. If you are planning to seek employment in the Kingdom, first and foremost, you will need to apply for a working visa .

2022年9月13日 · RIYADH: Saudi Arabia and the Philippines have agreed to resume the deployment of Filipino workers (OFWs) to the Kingdom from November 7 after several days of top-level bilateral discussions...

Living and Working in Saudi Arabia presents a unique experience for Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs). While Saudi Arabia offers a large and established Filipino community providing a sense of familiarity and support, navigating the cultural landscape and specific regulations requires careful preparation.

What are the living conditions like for OFWs in Saudi Arabia? OFWs in Saudi Arabia typically live in compounds or housing provided by their employer. These living quarters are often equipped with amenities such as gyms, swimming pools, and supermarkets, and are designed to make it easy for OFWs to feel at home.