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OWWA made accessible! With the OWWA mobile app, you can now renew your membership and easily access OWWA programs and services. 

Frequently Asked Questions

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The OWWA is a membership institution.  For a US$25.00 membership contribution, an OWWA member is entitled to various benefits and services.

You can be a member by:

  1. Enrollment upon processing of contract at the POEA
  2. Voluntary registration of a would-be member at job sites overseas

The validity of membership for each contribution is two (2) years, regardless of contract duration, change of employer, jobsite or recruitment agency. Thereafter, OWWA membership shall be renewed, provided there is proof of active employment.

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Since OWWA is a membership institution, there is a membership contribution worth USD $25.00. This entitles the members to various benefits from OWWA’s programs and services.

You can be a member by:

  • Enrollment upon processing of contract at the POEA
  • Voluntary registration of a would-be member at job sites overseas

OWWA members are entitled to an array of Social Benefits, Education & Training, Repatriation and Reintegration Services. They are also entitled to special programs.

The validity for each contribution is two (2) years, regardless of contract duration, change of employer, jobsite or recruitment agency. Thereafter, OWWA membership shall be renewed, provided there is proof of active employment.

You may renew your OWWA membership by:

  • OWWA Mobile App – You may renew your membership via Mobile App by following our step-by-step guide
  • Overseas Jobsites – OFWs may renew their membership on select sites and events on your jobsite/host country. You may check the OWWA Directory if available
  • If OFW is in abroad, they may ask their NOK or relatives to renew at the nearest Regional Welfare Office in their area.

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Using your smartphones, you can now renew your membership at OWWA and access its programs and services. 

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