A member is entitled to disability / dismemberment benefit of up to Php 100,000.00 for injuries sustained due to accident while working abroad.
Active OWWA members are qualified for this program
Checklist of Requirements | Where to Secure |
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OFW Membership Record (MR) | OWWA RWO |
Copy of Passport or Seaman’s Identification Record Book (SIRB) of the OFW – Member | MARINA |
Foreign Medical Certificate with English Translation | OWWA- POLO |
Medical Certificate (with indicated procedure of the medical examination / procedure of the doctor in Philippines) | Competent medical practitioner from legitimate medical institution / facility |
Accident Report and / or Master’s Report (for seafarer) | Employer |
One (1) copy of 1×1 picture | OFW member |
If claimant is not OFW, submit Authorization Letter with I.D. of OFW | OFW’s authorized claimant |
At least one (1) valid I.D. of authorized claimant | OFW’s authorized claimant |