What, Where, and Why of Philippines’ POLO, OWWA Riyadh

Discover the essential guide to POLO and OWWA in Riyadh, Philippines. Learn what they are, where to find them, and why they matter to Filipino workers.

How do OFWs Book their Appointments in Saudi Arabia? OFWs are the Overseas Filipino Workers. The Difference between OWWA and POLO

OWWA is the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration, the principal state agency catering to the rights, interests, and welfare of the OFWs and their families. OWWA focuses on ensuring insurance benefits to its members.

In contrast, POLO focuses on administering, explaining, and implementing local and Filipino Labor Policies and Employment Rules for Filipinos working in foreign countries.

Where POLO and OWWA Office in Riyadh

The ‘POLO and OWWA’ office in Riyadh is one of 40 POLO offices located in Asia, the Americas, Europe, and the Middle East.

Address,

New Philippine Overseas Labor Office (POLO)
3267 Makkah Al Mukarramah Rd, Al Mutamarat, 8103, Riyadh 12711, Saudi Arabia
Google Maps Location

What are POLO and OWWA, and why are they important for Filipino workers in Saudi Arabia

POLO (Philippine Overseas Labor Office) and OWWA (Overseas Workers Welfare Administration) are essential government agencies that provide assistance, support, and protection to Filipino workers in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. POLO offices represent DOLE, the Department of Labor and Employment in foreign countries.

Why registering with POLO and OWWA can provide peace of mind and support for Filipino workers in Saudi Arabia

To protect Filipino workers and verify their employment documents, job orders, and policy recommendations, especially concerning the Employment Permit System.
Provide legal assistance to ex-pat Filipinos (OFW) in case of welfare or other employment disputes.
Seek and develop employment opportunities, regularly gather information, and conduct market research on overseas human resources requirements.
Promote Filipino workers’ social and cultural well-being through various activities and programs.

Services by POLO and OWWA and links to Book your Appointment

Overseas Employment Certificate (OEC)

An Overseas Filipino Worker (OFW) going on vacation or leave can get their OEC from the Philippine Labor Office (POLO). This certificate is valid for sixty (60) days from the date of issuance.

How to Book Your Appointment:

Important points,

Type in your Full Name.
Appointments with incomplete names will be canceled.
Multiple Bookings are Not Allowed. The System will cancel all Appointment Bookings in such an event.
Company Verifications require you to enter the CR Number.
Bookings without a CR number will be deleted.
On the day of the Appointment,
Bring your ID and a copy of the Booking confirmation.

Security will not allow entry to Persons whose Slot does not match the Requested Service. OFWs filing complaints are required to get a URAF, A Unified Registry Assistance Form, from the reception desk.

Programs and Available Services

BALIK-MANGGAGAWA (BM)- Fees SR40.00
CONTRACT VERIFICATION on TRANSFER to a NEW SPONSOR Fees- SR40.00
OWWA MEMBERSHIP- RENEWAL Fee- SR94.00

Household Workers – BM

STANDARD HOUSEHOLD WORKERS CONTRACT DOWNLOAD HERE: STANDARD-CONTRACT-FOR-HSW.pdf – Google Drive

Documents required for BALIK MANGGAGAWA- DOMESTIC WORKER & SEMI-SKILLED

VALID PASSPORT- Copy
STAMPED ENTRY VISA – Copy
VALID IQAMA- Copy
EMPLOYER NATIONAL ID- Copy
EXIT RE-ENTRY VISA- Copy
Copy OF TICKET

Important Note: BRING all ORIGINAL DOCUMENTS and their copies and a pen.

Please download the Balik-Manggagawa Information Sheet here (Download OFW Sheet). Book Here.

Skilled Workers – BM

Kindly comply with the Requirements
Download POEA Standard Employment Contract/COMPANY CONTRACT. Applicants must conform to the given sample.
Download POEA Standard Contract here. POEA STANDARD EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT FOR SPONSORSHIP.pdf – Google Drive

Documents required for DOMESTIC WORKER & SEMI-SKILLEDDBALIK MANGGAGAWA,

NEW/Renewed CONTRACT
VALID PASSPORT- Orignal and 1 Copy
STAMPED ENTRY VISA- Orignal and 1 Copy
COPY VALID IQAMA Orignal and 1 Copy
COPY OF EXIT RE-ENTRY VISA Orignal and 1 Copy
TICKET- Orignal and 1 Copy

Book Here

Booking for OFW Transfer Contract

Documents required for the Verification of Transfer Contracts/Sponsorship of SKILLED WORKERS going home for holidays.

POEA STANDARD EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT
QIWA or COMPANY CONTRACT duly SIGNED by Both Parties and Stamped by the CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
COPY OF THE NEW IQAMA WITH THE NEW EMPLOYER
COPY OF THE PASSPORT OF THE WORKER
COPY OF THE EXIT/RE-ENTRY VISA
COPY OF THE ROUND-TRIP TICKET

POEA STANDARD EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT FOR TRANSFER OF SPONSORSHIP.pdf – Google Drive. Book Here