Republic of the Philippines

EMBASSY OF THE PHILIPPINES WELLINGTON, NEW ZEALAND
50 Hobson Street, Thorndon, Wellington, New Zealand 6011

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OFWs in most cases, are required to register with POEA. Moreover, an OEC is needed for those with contracts having duration of one year or more. Those going to NZ to settle permanently, or as fiancé/es, spouses or partners of foreign nationals, are required to register with CFO. The following was...

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According to information provided to the Philippine Embassy by the CFO, all Filipinos leaving the country as emigrants or permanent residents abroad are required to register with the CFO and attend either the Pre-departure Orientation Seminar (PDOS) or the Peer Counseling Program (PCP) for emigr...

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The Commission on Filipinos Overseas (CFO) reiterates its strict adherence to its No walk-in Policy for Pre-departure Orientation Seminar (PDOS), Peer Counseling Program (for emigrants 13 to 19 years old), Guidance and Counseling Program (GCP), and Country Familiarization Seminar (CFS). Due to t...

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Are you migrating abroad with an immigrant visa?

You need to register with Commission on Filipinos Overseas (CFO) and attend the Pre-Departure Orientation Seminar (PDOS).

Download Steps to Secure an Appointment and Register Online

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