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Month: December 2017

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Benefits of the Saudi Green Card System to Expatriates

December 31, 2017 OFW Newsbeat 0

Working and visiting Saudi Arabia is now made even better by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia: through the Saudi Green Card. Currently, foreigners are only allowed to come to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia through […]

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King Salman Orders SR 100 Million To Settle the Salaries and Provide Housing Benefits to Affected Workers

December 31, 2017 OFW Newsbeat 0

This year, many Overseas Filipino Workers went back to their families in the Philippines not because of their choice but because of financial issues in the Middle East. A lot of us know that OFWs […]

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Raffy Tulfo Rescues the OFW in Mecca Who Was Almost Raped By Her Employer

December 30, 2017 OFW Newsbeat 0

Another of our Overseas Filipino Worker faced abuse in the hands of their employer. Jackelyn Talilisan, a domestic helper in Mecca, cried for help. The OFW in Mecca was able to report it to POEA […]

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OFW Bank to Start Operating By the First Quarter of the Year; Pilot Branch to Open in Dubai

December 29, 2017 OFW Newsbeat 0

After President Rodrigo Duterte has approved the Land Bank of the Philippines’ acquired the Philippine Postal Savings Bank, a new entity will be named as the Overseas Filipino Bank. What is It? The OFW Bank […]

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Surprising Twist: Suspect Behind the Slaying of an OFW’s Family From Cavite is In a Relationship With the Wife

December 29, 2017 OFW Newsbeat 0

It’s already been a month since the news about the slaying of an OFW’s family in Cavite broke. The merciless killing in the victims’ house happened last December 8. Upon hearing the news, the Overseas […]

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Why Do You Need to Invest in PERA While You Are Working Abroad?

December 28, 2017 OFW Newsbeat 0

If you have not heard of it, Overseas Filipino Workers are now eligible for the PERA. The government has launched the programs to help promote long-term investments for Filipinos. PERA or the Personal Equity and […]

A successful Filipino in New Zealand continues to help other Filipinos in need. [Image Credit: Investigative Documentaries]
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Inspiring: Successful Filipino in New Zealand Have a Lot of Businesses in the Country

December 28, 2017 OFW Newsbeat 0

If you will see the Filipino Dairy Store, you might think that you are in the Philippines. You can see Filipino favorites like Otap, tuyo, panic canton, and munggo. The store looks like a big […]

The owner of PEYA Travel is now arrested by the Hong Kong police. [Image Credit: HK Pinoy TV]
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Owner of PEYA Travel Who Left Hundreds of OFWs in Hong Kong Stranded in the Airport, Now Arrested by the Police

December 27, 2017 OFW Newsbeat 0

Christmas and New Year are two of the most important holidays celebrated by all Filipinos. Because it is centering on being with your family, most Overseas Filipino Workers come home on the holidays to be […]

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Good Samaritan: Kind-Hearted Taxi Driver From Saudi Arabia Returns the Items of the Three Arrested OFWs

December 26, 2017 OFW Newsbeat 0

Let’s face it: it can be hard to meet a foreigner who we don’t know who will immediately show us kindness and honesty, especially if that person is a public transportation driver. There are different […]

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Beat Homesickness Abroad

December 26, 2017 OFW Newsbeat 0

Homesickness is the biggest problems that Overseas Filipino Workers face throughout the years. Feeling homesick manifests the affinity of the OFWs to their family. With the improvement of technology and better means of communication, OFWs […]

One of our OFWs is suffering from sexual abuse from her employer. [Image Credit: Pinoy Viral Stories/Facebook]
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Pinay OFW in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, is Suffering from Sexual Abuse Every Night

December 25, 2017 OFW Newsbeat 0

Hearing stories of physically abused Overseas Filipino Workers is saddening and angering. Our OFWs are doing their best help their families live a more comfortable life in the Philippines, but yet, they are suffering not […]

OFWs who are stranded in Hong Kong will now return to their loved ones. [Image Credit: Phil Star]
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Government to Shoulder the AirFare of the Stranded OFWs in Hong Kong

December 24, 2017 OFW Newsbeat 0

Overseas Filipino Workers in Hong Kong who bought fake tickets from a travel agency named PEYA Travel will now be able to spend Christmas with their loved ones in the Philippines. Malacañang agreed to shoulder […]

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Embassy Saves the Physically Abused OFW From Baghdad

December 23, 2017 OFW Newsbeat 0

We often hear stories of our fellow kababayans experiencing physical and sexual harassment in other countries. Some of them are still reported missing while there are others who were sent to the hospital for immediate […]

Working abroad should not last forever. Enjoy all your hard work as a successful OFW. [Image Credit: Philstar]
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Are You Going Abroad? Here are Some Practical Tips if You are a First-Time OFW

December 23, 2017 OFW Newsbeat 0

There are an estimated 2.2 million Filipinos leaving the country to work abroad as Overseas Filipino Workers. Most people are becoming OFWs to earn a higher pay, to fulfill their lifelong dream, to get new […]

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Are You and Your Family Smart in Handling Money?

December 22, 2017 OFW Newsbeat 0

Our Overseas Filipino Workers are called modern day heroes for a good reason. They are admired for their determination to give their families a better life, even if it means they need to save and […]

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Pinay OFW in Saudi Arabia is Now Suffering From a Mental Disease

December 22, 2017 OFW Newsbeat 0

Overseas Filipino Workers are always praised because of their sacrifices and greatness for the family. A lot of them are deciding to move and work in another country to bring food to the table and […]

How can you avail of the OFW loan from OWWA?
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Need Help With Your Finances? How to Avail for OFW Loan of Up to 2 Million Pesos

December 21, 2017 OFW Newsbeat 1

One of the problems that our fellow Overseas Filipino Workers face before they go to another country to work is the money that they will leave to their family. Since preparing for the documents needed […]

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Pinay OFW in Kuwait Hospitalized and Being Held By Her Employer After Allegedly Stealing His Watches

December 21, 2017 OFW Newsbeat 0

It is saddening to know that more and more of our Kababayans are experiencing hardships in other countries. Some of them have luckily been able to escape the abuse and the troubles they are experiencing. […]

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OFWs to Benefit From OWWA Rebate Program and One-Time Financial Assistance

Overseas Filipino Workers who have been members of the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration for the past ten years and have not availed of any benefits from the OWWA Fund are now eligible to get rebates. [...]
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  • Former OFW Who Experienced Hardship Because of a Fellow Filipino Received Unexpected Blessings

  • Tips to Become a Successful Overseas Filipino Worker

  • Need Help With Your Finances? How to Avail for OFW Loan of Up to 2 Million Pesos

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Franchise Opportunities for OFWs

February 5, 2019 0

Many OFWs who are working hard abroad away from their families are saving money for their retirement and are considering putting up a business to continue earning while they are back home to their families […]

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How To Start a Food Cart Business in the Philippines: Everything You Need To Know

July 18, 2018 0

If you have been working as an Overseas Filipino Worker for several years, one of your goals probably is to establish your own business. If you want a steady source of income upon your retirement, […]

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Taco Bell Franchise in The Philippines: Everything You Need To Know

July 3, 2018 0

Filipinos love food. From Chinese to Japanese cuisine, American to Italian food, it is not surprising to see a lot of us enjoying all the food available around the world. One of the all-time favorites […]

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OFW Business Opportunity: How To Start A Clothing Line

June 12, 2018 0

Are you dreaming of starting your own business as an Overseas Filipino Worker? Yes, working in other countries can benefit you a lot financially, but it might not last a long time. After years of […]

Instead of working away from your family, you can also start a virtual assistant business.
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Tired of Being Away From Your Family While Working as an OFW? Start a Virtual Assistant Business Instead

April 20, 2018 0

Working abroad for several long years may make you realize one thing: when can I finally come back home and enjoy the fruits of my labor? Working as an Overseas Filipino Worker may take several […]

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