Why Many OFWs Remain Poor Despite Working Abroad for Years

You would expect that Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) would be the image of financial success. But in reality, the opposite rings true. Most OFWs...

Cebu Pacific vs. Philippine Airlines: Which Carrier Is Your Choice?

Cebu Pacific and Philippine Airlines are the two biggest air carriers in the Philippines, offering both domestic and international flights. Each has its own...

7 Common Reasons Filipino Seafarers Fail to Save

As seafarers, a rewarding career awaits those who are hardworking, forward-thinking individuals. Many sailors have risen from the ranks of able seamen to chief...

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

Fast food chains are a staple in modern urban life. Whether you’re in Manila, Tokyo, New York, or Paris, grabbing a quick meal at...

9 Reasons Why Many Filipinos Fail to Save for the Future

Whether they work overseas or are based in the Philippines, it seems that saving up for the future is a monumental task for many...

Top Countries Hiring Filipino OFWs in 2025

  Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) continue to be a vital force in the global workforce, contributing significantly to the Philippine economy through remittances and skills transfer. As of the most recent data, millions of Filipinos are employed abroad, with their...

5 Biggest Culture Shocks for First Time Workers in Middle East

Many Filipinos are looking forward to new opportunities in the Middle East mainly because of the higher salaries offered compared to working in the...

A Guide to Applying as a Nurse in Japan

Filipino nurses seeking employment in Japan face a unique application process governed by the Japan-Philippines Economic Partnership Agreement (JPEPA). Under this program, qualified Filipino...

What are Fees and Charges Applicants for Jobs Abroad Need to Pay?

Before you think of payments, you must check and double check your visa. Never allow the agency or foreign employer to give a visa...

Placement Fee Questions for OFWs

One of the main concerns of many Filipinos who wish to work is money. That's because applying for a job, unlike for local companies, involves payment of a middleman, more commonly called an employment/recruitment agency. While the stipulated placement fee, the amount an applicant needs to pay to an agency, should be just the equivalent of a month's worth...

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