For overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) presently working in Kuwait, take note of the following reminders. This will also serve as a guide for OFWs about to work in Kuwait for the fist time.

Make sure that you know the contact number and address of the Philippine Embassy in Kuwait. You may contact and get in touch with the Embassy to be familiar with the services they render to Filipinos there. Do this immediately after arriving in Kuwait.

For any concerns you might have regarding your stay in Kuwait, whether it be an abusive employer or unpaid salary, always contact the Philippine embassy. Ask for assistance from the Embassy during times of distress. If you are arrested for any reason in Kuwait, inform the Philippine Embassy immediately.

For household service workers (HSWs), let the Embassy know if you are not satisfied with your employer. Running away from the house of your employer is prohibited in Kuwait.

You must always have a copy of the following documents everywhere you go: passport, employment contract, and prove of residency or visa (e.g. civil ID and iqama).

Do not let your passport and visa expires as it will make your stay in Kuwait illegal. Each day of illegal stay in Kuwait has a corresponding fine. Report to the Philippine Embassy if your visa and passport is about to expire.

Fines:

For expired residence visa (visa 20 holder): KD 2 or Php 318.89 for each day of illegal stay

For expired visit visa (visa 18 holder): KD 10 or Php 1594.44 for each day of illegal stay

Report to the employment agency or to the Philippine embassy immediately if you fail to receive compensation after working for two months straight.

Exercise caution and be meticulous when signing documents. Do not sign any documents written in a foreign language or documents with contents you do not understand.

Do not sign any document stating that you were compensated for your work if you have not received any salary.

The visa of a skilled worker (excluding professional workers) can only be transferred by another sponsor after one year.

Do not give/ entrust your salary to others or lend it to people you barely know.

Do not attempt to escape and go Irag. The Philippine government currently prohibits entry to Iraq

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