Like any other country, working in Saudi Arabia has its share of advantages and disadvantages. While we often hear stories of employer abuse, escaping...
Saudi Arabia will shoulder all expenses related to the planned mass repatriation of thousands of stranded Filipino workers in the Kingdom.
Labor Secretary Silvestre Bello...
In addition to homesickness which is commonly felt by Filipinos working abroad, an additional challenge confronts OFWs who work in the Middle East: extreme...
Saudi Arabia is home to the largest population of Filipino migrant workers worldwide, yet many Filipinos arrive with little or no knowledge of Arabic.
While...
(Riyadh, 09 July 2025) The Philippine Embassy in Riyadh informs the public that Embassy-on-Wheels (EOW) will be conducted in Hail, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia from 18 to 19 July 2025. Following are the details of the services to be provided:
Service
Appointment
Friday
Saturday
Passport-related
Required
8am to 5pm
8am to 12 noon
Notarial/Authentication
Walk in
8am to 5pm
8am to 12 noon
Assistance to Nationals
Walk in
8am to 5pm
8am to 12 noon
Civil...
Legal beneficiaries of eligible workers in Saudi Arabia who are covered by the General Organization for Social Insurance (GOSI) are entitled to receive benefits...
Ramadan is the holiest month in the Islamic calendar. It is a sacred time of fasting, prayer, reflection, and community.
In Saudi Arabia, where Islam...
Fake or counterfeit currencies are like termites in any economy. This is one of the reasons for economic fluctuation and in worst case scenario, bankruptcy.
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is not exempted on this dilemma. Despite the fact that the Kingdom has very strong controls over the prevention and detection of fake currencies, human error and limitation is...
(Riyadh, 09 July 2025) The Philippine Embassy in Riyadh informs the public that Embassy-on-Wheels (EOW) will be conducted in Hail, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia from 18 to 19 July 2025. Following are the details of the services...
(Riyadh, 09 July 2025) The Philippine Embassy in Riyadh informs the public that Embassy-on-Wheels (EOW) will be conducted in Hail, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia...
The ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran in June 2025 has led to widespread disruption in Middle Eastern airspace, affecting numerous flights to and...
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT
For Filipinos in Jubail, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
The Philippine Embassy in Riyadh will conduct an Embassy-on-Wheels (EOW) in Jubail on 20-21 June...
The life of a Filipino domestic worker—often called a "kasambahay" or "housemaid"—in Riyadh is shaped by a structured routine, cultural adaptation, and the pursuit...
Moving from the Philippines to Saudi Arabia is a life-changing experience, especially for new migrant workers.
The two countries differ vastly in culture, religion, and...
Filipino workers in Saudi Arabia must secure an Overseas Employment Certificate (OEC) before traveling to the Philippines and returning to their jobs.
This document validates...