Overseas Filipino Workers’ Information Sheet (also known as OFW Information Record) is one of the most frequently requested documents. Employment, passport and visa applications, OWWA benefits, reduced travel tax exemptions are some of the reasons for requesting this document. This document is also given to government agencies (POEA, OWWA, DOLE, POLO) and manning agencies.
OFW Information Sheet appointment before needs you to go to the nearest POEA branch to set your schedule. Now, you can book an appointment for OFW Information Sheet online. Please be guided on the steps on how you can set up an appointment online via POEA.
The OFW Information Sheet can be accessed online through POEA’s website since the information is stored online on their system.
On behalf of the OFW, family members can request the information sheet.
The OFW Information Sheet contains personal data, employment contract details, and beneficiary details. Personal details include your name, address, contact number, email address, and passport number.
Employment contract details include the date of employment, place of work, and job description.
Beneficiary information will depend on the nature of your work. For example, if you are a domestic helper or seaman, this information sheet includes the personal data of your employer. If you are an OFW with dual citizenship it contains your second citizenship name and country to avoid confusion when you travel abroad.
The benefits that can be availed from this online service are the following:
The requirements for availing of this online service are the following:
This is open for all:
Here is the comprehensive guide on how to book an online appointment for an information sheet.
For Overseas Filipino Worker (OFW):
1. Fill out the required fields in the form to proceed with the registration.
2. Pay attention when choosing the Branch Office, Appointment Date & Appointment Time Choose
3. Choose the branch near you, the appointment date and time of your choice
4. Click the box to check if your agree to the ‘Terms of Service’
5. Click the box to go through captcha to confirm that you are not a robot
6. Hit the ‘Submit’ button to send the request.
If you have an existing account and appointment, an error message will pop up.
For Family/Relatives of the OFW:
Follow the same steps above if the OFW information sheet will be requested by the family members/relatives. The additional information that will be filled out is the name of the “Authorized Representative”. This is the first step before proceeding to the same procedure, from step 1 to step 9 to finish the online appointment.
For Other Parties:
Here are the documents needed if the OFW information sheet will be requested by other parties.
Follow these steps if you already have an account:
1. To log in, enter your ARN, Mother’s Maiden name, and your complete name (First and Last Name).
2. Click the box(I’m not a robot) to confirm that you are not a robot.
3. Click the Log in button to proceed.
If ARN was forgotten, follow these steps.
1. Click ‘Forgot Appointment Reference Number (ARN)’.
2. Enter your Last Name, First Name, Middle Name, Date of Birth, and Mother’s Maiden name in the log-in form.
3. Click the box showing “I’m not a robot” to verify you are human.
4. Then click the box Agree.
5. Click the ‘Login’ button to continue.
Here’s a video as a guide in booking an online appointment for OFW information sheet.
This video demonstrates how to access the website, shows the steps in making an online appointment and the requirements needed for the appointment if you wish to request for your OFW information sheet/record.
If you have any clarification, check these FAQs to help you out.
Request for Verification / Certification of OFW Records will be displayed, then click “Print Appointment’.
POEA Information Sheet is different from the OWWA OFW information sheet.
Bring 2 Appointment sheets, OFW’s written consent to hand over his / her informational documents, Proof of Relationship with OFW-Original or Certified Copy(Spouse – PSA Marriage Certificate, Children – PSA Birth Certificate of the OFW’s child, Parent – PSA Birth Certificate of the OFW, Sibling – PSA Birth Certificates of the Sibling and the OFW) and Valid Government Issued ID of the OFW.
OFW, family/relatives, or other parties can file online for the OFW’s Information Sheet/ Record.
You cannot print a cancelled/expired appointment.
POEA offered this online service for the purpose of giving convenience to the OFWs since they process a lot of documents. Online appointment is helpful for OFWs especially in this pandemic since there are a lot of restrictions. This also saves OFWs from the hassle of commuting.
If you are planning to visit the POEA, please make sure to schedule the appointment so you can avoid getting denied entry when you get there.
