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Overseas employment overview

OFW processing runs through government channels; illegal recruitment is a separate crime.

Contracts

Use official processing channels.

Illegal recruitment

Report to authorities.

Claims

Special venues may apply.

Sources

Last reviewed November 9, 2026. Laws, rules and Bar Bulletins change; if a source above has been amended or superseded, the official text controls.

Overseas employment overview — FAQ

Is this legal advice?

No — overview only.

Official text?

Start from the official source linked below (https://elibrary.judiciary.gov.ph/).

Case citations?

Overview pages avoid unverified G.R. numbers.

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