FAQ

What are Common Overseas Job Scams?

Job seekers, interested in overseas employment that promises high pay, good benefits, free traveled adventure, should be aware that there are unscrupulous operators who...

How do I become a Philhealth member & renew membership?

If in the Philippines, submit the following documents to any PhilHealth office: Properly accomplished duplicate copies of the PhilHealth Member Registration Form (PMRF), if initial...

Will we use the same PhilHealth Identification Number (PIN) if we shift to another membership category?

Your PhilHealth Identification Number (PIN) is your PhilHealth number for life. Hence, if you are shifting to another membership category, you will be using...

Why do I have to renew my PhilHealth membership every time I leave the country and work as an OFW?

It's not actually renewal of membership but an updating of your premiums, which shall be equivalent to the length (in years) of your fresh...

I am already an immigrant here in the US. Can I still continue my membership with PhilHealth?

You can still continue paying for your PhilHealth coverage as an Individually Paying Member and not as an Overseas Worker Member.

Can Filipinos with dual citizenship continue their PhilHealth membership?

Those with dual citizenship still have the option to continue paying for their PhilHealth coverage also as Individually Paying Members.

What is the effectivity date of PhilHealth coverage?

PhilHealth benefit coverage starts upon payment of premium (no waiting period) and is valid for one year from the date of payment.

I am currently abroad and my coverage is about to expire. How do I continue paying for my PhilHealth if there are no available...

You may ask your relatives in the Philippines to pay your premiums on your behalf to avoid any lapses or delays. They only need...