For many Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs), voting is not just a right but a way to stay connected with the Philippines and help shape its future. With the Commission on Elections (COMELEC) introducing online tools like iRehistro, registering as an overseas voter has become more accessible. If you are working abroad and want to make … Read more
With Taiwan being the Philippines’ closest neighboring country, it’s really not surprising that many of our kababayans decide to come and work here. Today, there are thousands of overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) based all throughout this island nation! Globally, Taiwan is known for its competitive manufacturing industry, particularly in the fields of electronics and food … Read more
Every December, airports across the Philippines are filled with scenes that tug at the heart. Parents reunited with children they haven’t seen in years. Suitcases rolling along filled with pasalubong. The warmth of hugs that no video call could ever replace. If you’re one of the many Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) coming home this holiday … Read more
When I first heard about the OWWA OFW E-Card, I thought it was just another document added to the long list of requirements we already juggle to work abroad. But after looking into it and seeing how fellow workers used it, I realized it’s less of a burden and more of a convenience card. The … Read more
When I first started working in Taiwan, I honestly didn’t pay much attention to taxes. My employer deducted money every month, and I thought that was the end of it. But like most OFWs, I eventually learned that the Taiwan tax system has its own rules — and if you don’t understand them, you might … Read more
If you’re an Overseas Filipino Worker (OFW) in Taiwan, every peso and every Taiwan dollar counts. Knowing how to check and compare exchange rates can make a big difference in your savings, remittances, and daily expenses. Here are some practical steps on how to check exchange rates and make the most of your hard-earned money. … Read more
Managing your Pag-IBIG membership abroad doesn’t need to be stressful. Thanks to Virtual Pag-IBIG, Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) can now register and access their accounts online. Keep on reading to learn the exact process of Pag-IBIG account creation for OFWs online — plus all the requirements you need to prepare so you won’t get stuck … Read more
When I first heard about the OFW Hospital in Pampanga, I felt a sense of relief. For so long, many of us working abroad have worried about affordable healthcare for our families back home. Now, there’s a hospital built with us in mind — one that recognizes our sacrifices and ensures our loved ones have … Read more
Every May, many of us OFWs in Taiwan line up our documents, file our annual income tax, and hope for a refund. The good news? Taiwan’s government has made it easier to check the status of your refund through its Tax Refund Online Inquiry System. Whether you’re still in Taiwan or already back home in … Read more
Previously, skilled foreign workers in Taiwan were allowed to stay in the country for up to 12 years only, while caregivers (or caretakers) could stay for up to 14 years. Recently, however, the government approved a law enabling them to stay for a longer period of time! Last April 2025, the “Long-Term Retention of Skilled … Read more
