Skip to content The road to a successful OFW life starts with a decision; a decision that would make you think about everything. Once that decision has been made, the next step is to find an agency that would aid you in your journey. There are numerous agencies that offer different types of jobs in different countries. However, not all of these agencies are legitimate and licensed. Furthermore, they can be the reason of your failure. Finding a good, licensed agency is as good as finding a rewarding job. But we still cannot disregard the fact that there are illegal recruiters here and there. The Philippine Overseas Employment Administration (POEA) gave ways on how OFWs can be sure that they are not dealing with bogus recruiters.
Be in contact with licensed recruitment agencies Only
There are a lot of businesses that would say they also offer placement of jobs to different countries. Although some might seem real, usually they’re not. Avoid consulting training centers, travel agencies, consultancy firms, and foundations that say they can promise jobs abroad. Contact recruitment agencies that has documented proof of licensure and legitimacy. In addition, transact with authorized representatives of a licensed agency. Avoid under-the-table deals as this might cause you to fail your application.
Consult POEA as well
If you found a job in a country, double-check its availability with POEA. Most of the time, illegal recruiters would have little to no knowledge of the available jobs in certain countries. Consult POEA whether the position you are applying for has an approved JO (Job Order).
Read:How to Check Job Order Online on POEA Website
Visit the business address of the authorized agency Only
Some people think that going under-the-table would get the job done easier and faster. Well in fact, this might be one cause of application failure. Be sure to inquire, discuss, and transact at the registered address of the agency only.