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Services of the Migrant Workers' Office during the Consular Outreach in Luxembourg, 16-17 September 2023

The Philippine Embassy in Brussels is pleased to announce that the Migrant Workers’ Office in Berlin, which has jurisdiction over Belgium and Luxembourg, will be part of the Consular Outreach scheduled for 16–17 September 2023 in Luxembourg City.

The Migrant Workers’ Office will provide the following services:

Onsite Registration/Verification of contract of vacationing workers (Balik Manggagawa) 

Requirements:

• Original or copy of contract in English and addendum (please click) – must be signed by both the employer and worker on all pages.

• Photocopy of the worker’s passport with at least six (6) months validity

• Photocopy of visa and national ID of the worker

• Payment of verification fee (9.00€) 

Overseas Employment Certificate (OEC) – to be accomplished online 

For OEC, please follow the steps outlined below on how to register and set an online appointment: 

Step 1: Visit and register on POPS-BaM.

Register a POPS-BaM account thru this link: https://onlineservices.dmw.gov.ph/OnlineServices/POEAOnline.aspx or scan the QR Code:

Click Let’s Go and Register on the e-Registration section and accept the term of use to proceed. 

Step 2: Fill out the New Account Registration.

On the New Account Registration page, read the reminder and warning. 

Next, enter the following details that appear the same in your passport:

First Name
Middle Name
Last Name
Suffix (if applicable)
Gender
Email Address (Username)
Birth Date

Click the Register button. Then, review the details you have provided before clicking the Yes button.

Step 3: Check your email for the temporary password.

On the next screen, a prompt will appear indicating that the account creation was successful. Copy and save your e-Registration number and click the Home button.

Step 4: Log in to your POPS-BaM account.

Return to POPS-BaM, log in to your account, and click Let’s Go. Provide your email address and click the Next button. Next, enter the temporary password and click the login button.

Step 5: On your Dashboard (left side), click Balik-Manggagawa.

Step 6: Click Next and then enter your return flight date.

Step 7: Click Next again. If you are a returning Balik-Manggagawa, you will be asked if you are returning to the same employer and jobsite.

If YES, you may proceed to print your OEC exemption. 

If NO, proceed to OEC online appointment (e.g. CHANGE EMPLOYER OR NEW BM)

Step 8: Complete your contract details. Fill out all fields including business registration number or employee’s ID number. Do not put any letter or character on the registration number, just numbers. Then click SUBMIT.

Step 9: Select Berlin as processing site, then click Next.

Step 10: Select the nearest appointment slot/date. 

Please note that the OEC is valid only for 60 days.

Labor Counseling

Registration of OWWA Membership — to be accomplished online 

Requirements:

• Duly accomplished OFW information sheet via https://membership.owwa.gov.ph

• Any of the following proof of employment:

  • Employment contract

  • Valid Residence Permit/Permit to Stay for Work/ Permit to Stay/ Employment Authorization Card

• Proof of Payment or Contribution to the Social Security System of the Host Country

• Payslip issued by the Employer or Company or the Manpower Agency

• Certificate of Employment issued by the Employer

• Any other Proof of Employment as may be required to validate the OFW’s continued presence and employment abroad

• Membership fee: $25 USD or equivalent in Euros (differs monthly due to changing exchange rates) - valid for 2 years

OWWA Programs and Services (https://owwa.gov.ph)

• Pre-Departure/Post Arrival Orientation Seminar

• Education and Training Programs

• Social Benefits

• Repatriation Assistance

• Reintegration Programs

Invitation to Bid - One Motor Vehicle for the Official Use of the Philippine Embassy in Brussels

Invitation to Bid - Procurement of One (1) Motor Vehicle, Sedan, with Engine Displacement of at Least 1,999 CC, Plug-in Hybrid, for Official Use of the Philippine Embassy in Brussels

Philippine Embassy to Conduct Consular Outreach in the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg on 16-17 September 2023

PHILIPPINE EMBASSY TO CONDUCT CONSULAR OUTREACH IN THE GRAND DUCHY OF LUXEMBOURG ON 16–17 SEPTEMBER 2023

The Philippine Embassy in Brussels is pleased to announce that its consular team will conduct a Consular Outreach in Luxembourg City on 16 September 2023 (Saturday) from 0900H to 1700H, and on 17 September 2023 (Sunday) from 0900H to 1200H, at the EY (New Ernst and Young Building), 35E Avenue John F. Kennedy, L-1855 Luxembourg. The following services will be available, including overseas voter registration for the 2025 National Elections:

We can only accept cash payments at this time.

For passport applications (new, renewal, lost), kindly secure an appointment slot through www.passport.gov.ph. On Site Location and Date of Appointment, please select the following:

• REGION: EUROPE
• COUNTRY/SPECIAL ADMINISTRATIVE REGION: BELGIUM
• SITE: PE BRUSSELS - OUTREACH MISSION
• DATE OF APPOINTMENT: 16 or 17 SEPTEMBER 2022

For visa applications, please follow the instructions on the Embassy website and apply through https://www.visa.gov.ph before scheduling an appointment.

For other consular services, kindly secure an appointment slot at https://calendly.com/bpeconsular-outreach/consular-outreach?month=2023-09 

Please note that certain consular services (e.g., passports, visas, civil registration and petitions for Retention/Reacquisition of Philippine Citizenship) will have to be processed in Brussels. You have the option to have your documents mailed back to you upon their completion. Please bring a self-addressed, bubble wrap-lined registered mail envelope with a bpost shipping label. You may find the instructions on the bpost website here: https://www.bpost.be/en/send-parcel/international 

Please be reminded that only applications with complete documentary requirements will be processed. Kindly check the links below for the requirements and forms:

1. Passport (new application, renewal, replacement of lost ePassport)
2. 9(a) Temporary Visitor’s Visa
3. Report of Birth
4. Report of Marriage
5. Report of Death
6. Petition for Retention or Reacquisition of Philippine Citizenship / Dual Citizenship (RA 9225)
7. Fingerprinting for NBI Clearance
8. Notarials, Legalization and Acknowledgment (including Affidavit of Support and Consent and Special Power of Attorney, etc.)
9. Overseas Voter registration

We look forward to serving you in Luxembourg.