How Philippine Elections Compare with the Rest of the World

Elections in the Philippines are often described as lively, colourful, and deeply personal. Streets come alive with posters and campaign jingles, candidates host concerts...

Fast Food Manners in the Philippines: Do You Clean Up After Yourself?

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Filipino Covid Heroes: How OFWs Show Heroism in Pandemic Fight

In addition to the skill and expertise of Filipinos bring to benefit their host countries, they also bear a considerable degree of risk and...

8 Common OFW Money Mistakes During Christmas

The Christmas season is a fitting celebration overseas Filipinos can quickly look forward to. But it is also a season to make money mistakes....

19 Negative Filipino Traits & Values That Need to Change

There are things we find annoying about Filipinos—our bad habits don't seem to change for the better. It may be true that certain nationalities...

Red Sea Crisis: Three Filipino Seafarers Dead, Five Rescued After Ship Sinks in Houthi Attack

Three Filipino seafarers have been confirmed dead, while five others were rescued after the Liberian-flagged bulk carrier MV Eternity C was attacked by Houthi rebels and sank off the coast of Yemen on July 8, according to the Department...

27 Items Banned Inside Balikbayan Boxes to Philippines

It's a great feeling for a family to receive that balikbayan box sent by a relative abroad. The same feeling resonates with senders who...

8 Great Long Distance Relationships Tips for Separated OFWs That Work

Long-distance relationships are one of the challenges overseas Filipino workers face as they work abroad. While the usual focus goes on parents who make...

A Step-by-Step Guide to Pursuing a Job in Ireland for Filipino Nurses

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How to Apply for OFW ID

Filipinos working abroad may now apply for the long-promised OFW ID that will eventually replace the overseas employment certificate. OFWs can register to create an account or login at www.idole.ph. While the initial launch encountered technical glitches, a statement from the Department of Labour and Employment said the OFW portal was "being upgraded" to allow OFWs to access government records...

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