Working abroad offers many Filipinos better opportunities, but it also carries risks especially illegal recruitment. One of the best ways to protect yourself is by understanding and verifying job orders issued by the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW).
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What Is a Job Order?
A job order is an official document submitted by a foreign employer through a DMW-licensed recruitment agency requesting Filipino workers for specific positions. This document confirms that the job offer is legal and approved by the Philippine government.
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What Information Does a Job Order Contain?
– Job title and number of vacancies
– Salary
– Contract Duration
– Country of destination
– Name of the foreign employer
– Licensed Philippine recruitment agency handlingย theย hiring
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This information helps jobseekers verify the legitimacy of a job offer.
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Why Are Job Orders Important?
– Prove that the job offer is legal and government-approved
– Protect applicants from scams and illegal recruiters
– Provide transparency about job availability
– Help avoid fraud, exploitation, and illegal recruitment
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How Can You Verify a Job Order?
– Visit the official Department of Migrant Workers website: www.dmw.gov.ph
– Navigate to the โApproved Job Ordersโ section
– Search by job title, country, or recruitment agency name
– Confirm if the job is still valid and open
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Final Advice:
Never accept an overseas job offer without verifying that it is backed by an approved DMW job order. If a recruiter or agency cannot provide this document, consider it a major red flag. Always rely on official sources to protect yourself. Your future abroad depends on it.
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Reference:
Department of Migrant Workers
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Joanaย D.ย andย Tinaย G.
