a mandatory orientation seminar aimed to orient departing migrant workers with basic information that are most beneficial to them, e.g. work standards, the general profile of the country of destination, stages of the OFW’s life abroad, health & safety, travel tips, airport procedure, and government programs & services.

PDOS stands for Pre-Departure Orientation Seminar, a required program for overseas domestic workers and emigrants before they are permitted to depart the Philippines. Under this orientation program, seminars are available for varying domestic job destinations since it’s according to a specific country or location.

The OWWA Pre-Departure Orientation Seminar (PDOS) is a mandatory seminar for all Filipinos who are going to work abroad. The seminar provides important information and advice on how to prepare for a successful overseas deployment.

PDOS is a one-day comprehensive orientation seminar for overseas Filipino workers. It discusses employment contracts, country profiles, health and safety, financial literacy, travel tips, and other useful information to help Filipinos prepare for their departure.

Attending an orientation session known as the ‘Pre-Departure Orientation Seminar (PDOS)’ is a prerequisite for anyone planning to work or settle in a foreign country. This is a prerequisite for …

Filipinos who wanted to settle overseas or work temporarily abroad will have to undergo the Pre-Departure Orientation Seminar. This is one of the requirements of Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) before going abroad. PDOS was conducted in …

Mar 19, 2025 · The PDOS online registration process is an essential requirement for Filipino emigrants moving abroad permanently. By completing the online registration, attending the PDOS seminar, and securing a CFO digital certificate, emigrants can ensure a …

The duration of the PDOS session for OFWs typically ranges from a few hours to a full day, depending on the specific program and content covered. It also depends on the destination of OFWs as countries have different rules and requirements.

Country-Specific Pre-Departure Orientation Seminar (PDOS) consists of a one-day comprehensive orientation for OFWs about their employment contract, country profile, health and safety, financial literacy, travel tips, and other relevant and vital information to assist and prepare them for their departure.

The Pre-Departure Orientation Seminar (PDOS) is a mandatory seminar for all emigrants. Only minors under 12 years old and adults ages 60 years old and above are exempted.