Scholarship From the Government For OFW Dependents

One of the goals of the overseas Filipino workers (OFW) why they are willing to sacrifice everything including leaving the comforts of their own home and decide to work abroad is to give their children the best education they could afford to equip their children for their future. The government, through Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) is offering its OFW members a program where their immediate family members could get an scholarship. It is through the OFW Dependent Scholarship Program (ODSP) and Education for Development Scholarship Program (EDSP).

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Applying for OWWA EDSP AND ODSP Scholarship?

WHO ARE ELIGIBLE TO JOIN?

· Legal dependent of an active OWWA member-OFW

· Legal dependent refers to only 1 child of married or single or only 1 sibling of member-OFW


ARE GRADUATING SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS ELIGIBLE?

· Graduating Senior High School is qualified to avail the ODSP

· Qualified legal dependent must be single; not more than 21 years old

· For incoming freshmen and not more than 30 years old for those who are enrolled or have been enrolled in college


WHAT ARE THE REQUIREMENTS?

· Accomplished Application Form

· Two (2) 2” x 2” recent & Identical Photos

· Proof of OWWA Membership

· Proof of Relationship to OWWA-Member/OFW

— Birth Certificate (issued by PSA) of applicant, if child of OFW

— Birth Certificate (issued by PSA) of both applicant & OFW, if brother/sister of OFW

— Certificate of No Marriage (CENOMAR) from PSA (if OFW is unmarried)

· Secondary School Record (Form 137) – for incoming freshmen

· Transcript of Records or Certificate of Grades – for those already enrolled in college (2nd – 5th year)

· Health Certificate from authorized government physician

· Certificate of Good Moral Character

· (for EDSP only) Certification that applicant obtained Gross Weighted Average (GWA) of 80% or higher and belongs to the upper 20% of the Senior High School Graduating Class – for incoming freshmen

· (For EDSP only) Parent’s Certification that the applicant has not taken post secondary or undergraduate/ college units and not a recipient of any scholarship grant / has not taken the EDSP Qualifying Examination

· (For EDSP only) Sworn Statement that applicant has no pending application for resident immigrant status from any country & does not dual citizenship

· (For ODSP only) Parent’s Certification that the applicant has not taken any post secondary or under graduate/college units, has not previously availed of OFWDSP and not a Recipient of any other scholarship grant.


DEADLINE OF SUBMISSION

· For EDSP (incoming freshmen) – starts every June of each school year. Deadline for submission of application is every 31 July of each year or as prescribed by the OWWA Planning and Program Development Division (PPDD) and Regional Operation Coordination Services (ROCS) based on the scheduled qualifying examination conducted by the DOST.

· For ODSP incoming freshmen – starts every March of each year. Deadline for submission of application is every last week of May of each year.

· For those already enrolled in college (2nd – 5th year) – starts every first week of August of each school year. Deadline for submission of application is every 15 September of each year (OWWA RWO-NCR schedule only)

Submission of the requirements for the next batch will start on August 1, 2019 for the National Capital Region (NCR).

Interested applicants may get application forms from their nearest OWWA Regional Welfare Office, and they can also email their queries at ncr@owwa.gov.ph


OTHER AVAILABLE SCHOLARSHIPS:

· Skills for Employment Scholarship Program (SESP) is a short-term scholarship grant on technical-vocational or specialized training (not exceeding one year duration) for overall economic gain to qualified active OWWA members and their dependents. It is in the form of training assistance to a maximum of Php14, 500.00 with OWWA assuming the training cost in vocational/technical courses accredited by Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) and other government institutions.

· Seafarers Upgrading Program (SUP) – The Program intends to provide job-related training in upgrading the knowledge, skills and develop expertise among Filipino seafarers in accordance with technological advancements and global maritime standards. It is in the form of financial assistance to a maximum of Php7, 500.00 with OWWA assuming the training cost. The applicant may choose his/her preferred training course accredited by TESDA and MARINA.

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 Congressional Migrant Workers Scholarship (CMWSP) is a scholarship program extended to deserving migrant workers and/or their immediate descendants who intend to pursue courses in the priority fields in Science and Technology.

· Education and Livelihood Assistance Program (ELAP-Educational Component) is designed primarily for survivors of deceased OFWs who were active OWWA members at the time of death. It is a special benefit package intended to cover continuous education of an eligible dependent, regardless of his/her present education level, until after completion of tertiary education or a technical/vocational course of his/her preference.

More information can be obtained thru OWWA’s website under scholarship and training assistance section.

Interested applicants may get application forms from their nearest OWWA Regional Welfare Office, and they can also email their queries at ncr@owwa.gov.ph for details.

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How True? 25% of OFWs Sons and Daughters are Hooked Into Drugs

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The illegal drug problem has been a serious one in the Philippines for ages and the intensified war on drugs commenced as President Rodrigo Duterte shows determination to end this, waging all out war on drug-related criminals and that includes drug lords, drug pushers and runners. Unfortunately, most media people locally and abroad branded drug related-killings as "EJK" or extra judicial killings. From day one of the intensified operations of the PNP headed by General Bato dela Rosa, the death toll of the so-called EJK increases but the recent killings involved youth and minors that according to their parents and relatives are innocent and do not deserve to die in such way.
Just a few days ago, the killing involved OFW children who are allegedly drug runners and users. President Duterte is known to have a hearth with compassion to this sector. the very reason why he hate drugs is that it ruins the lives of the youth and he is determined to crush the drug problem for the Filipino youth to enjoy a safe and drug-free Philippines. But what is happening now? It appears that the youth he is trying to protect against this menace has become the "victims".

Sabotage

With the recent casualties , whom are sons of OFWs, President Duterte said that the war on drugs is being sabotaged by people who are not happy with his crusade. He stressed that killing and wrapping people [with masking tape] was never a doing of police authorities.

If the people who are not happy with the ongoing war on drugs are really doing this as a sabotage, the sad truth is that they are hurting our so called modern day heroes. While their remittances keep our economy from sinking, their family, the reason why they do such sacrifices, are being targeted by  criminal entities. What would the Duterte government do to protect them?

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25% of OFW sons and daughters are hooked on drugs?
During a press conference in Malacañang on March, President Duterte mentioned a yet to be confirmed data that a quarter of OFW dependents are hooked into drugs.
Is it the wages of working abroad for the sake of our children's future?


An OFW advocate expressed her views about children of OFWs being  casualties of drugs. Its either they become addicted to the evil substance or they become victims of the drug addicts. 
"There are more than 2,000 filipinos overseas detained in various jails on drug charges. Duty-bound, Our Department of Foreign Affairs exerts efforts, allocates government funds, invokes due process in defending them. Are they treated better abroad than in our own country? " Center for Migrant Advocacy President Ellene Sana said.

What shall OFWs do? Do they really need to go home to provide guidance to their children or otherwise they will come home to bury the remains of their beloved kids?
President Duterte has a vision for our children to have a better and peaceful community which will not be possible with illegal drugs around. The people involved in the drug trade in the country are surely not happy about it. The best way to help is to guide our children and be vigilant. We all deserve better and we can do it if everyone will start doing our part.

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Requirements and Fees for Reduced Travel Tax for OFW Dependents

If you will travel anywhere in the world from the Philippines, you must be aware about the travel tax that you need to settle before your flight.

What is a travel tax?
According to TIEZA ( Tourism Infrastructure and Enterprise Zone Authority), it is a levy imposed by the Philippine government on individuals who are leaving the Philippines, as provided for by Presidential Decree (PD) 1183. 

A full travel tax for first class passenger is PhP2,700.00 and PhP1,620.00 for economy class. For an average Filipino like me, it’s quite pricey. Overseas Filipino Workers, diplomats and airline crew members are exempted from paying travel tax before but now, travel tax for OFWs are included in their air ticket prize and can be refunded later at the refund counter at NAIA.

However, OFW dependents can apply for  standard reduced travel tax. Children or Minors from 2 years and one (1) day to 12th birthday on date of travel.

Accredited Filipino journalist whose travel is in pursuit of journalistic assignment and 

those authorized by the President of the Republic of the Philippines for reasons of national interest, are also entitled to avail the reduced travel tax.

For privileged reduce travel tax, the legitimate spouse and unmarried children (below 21 years old) of the OFWs are qualified to avail.

How much can you save if you avail of the reduced travel tax?

A full travel tax for first class passenger is PhP2,700.00 and PhP1,620.00 for economy class. Paying it in full can be costly. With the reduced travel tax policy, your travel tax has been cut roughly by 50 percent for the standard reduced rate and further lower  for the privileged reduce rate.

How much is the Reduced Travel Tax?

	First Class	Economy
Standard Reduced Rate	P1,350.00	P810.00
Privileged Reduced Rate	P400.00	P300.00

Payments can be made at any branch listed here:

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This article is filed under: OFW News, Travel Tax, OFW Dependents, Reduced Travel Tax, Reduced Travel Tax Fees, Reduced Travel Tax Requirements

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Steps on How to Pay Your Travel Tax Online

According to Presidential Decree 1183, as amended, a travel tax also known as departure tax is imposed or collected when you leave the Philippines regardless of your country destination.

For Overseas Filipino Workers, they are exempted in paying travel tax and their dependents may enjoy the Privileged Reduced Travel Tax.

1. How much is the travel tax?

Individuals may be charged the full travel tax, standard reduced travel tax, and the privileged reduced travel tax:

2. Who pays the full travel tax?

A. Citizens of the Philippines

B. Taxable Foreign Passport Holders

C.Non-immigrant foreign passport holders who have stayed in the Philippines for more than one (1) year

Requirements:

• Original Passport
• Airline Ticket

Full Travel Tax Rates:

• First Class Passage: P2,700.00
• Economy Class Passage: P1,620.00

TRAVEL TAX EXEMPTION 

Who may be exempted from paying the Travel Tax?

A. Overseas Filipino workers

B.Filipino permanent residents abroad whose stay in the Philippines is less than one year
C.Infants (2 years and below)

For OFWs as exempted passengers:

• If hired through POEA, the Overseas Employment Certificate serves as the Exemption Certificate
• If directly hired abroad, a Certificate of Employment issued by the Philippine Embassy / Consulate in the place of work or an Employment Contract authenticated by the Philippine Embassy / Consulate

NOTE: The OEC is valid as Exemption Certificate if used in going to the OFW’s worksite

NOTE: You may visit the TIEZA website for the complete list of passengers qualified for exemption

REDUCED TRAVEL TAX

How much is the Reduced Travel Tax?

	First Class	Economy
Standard Reduced Rate	P1,350.00	P810.00
Privileged Reduced Rate	P400.00	P300.00

Who may avail of the Standard Reduced Travel Tax? What are the requirements?

Minors (from 2 years and one (1) day to 12th birthday on date of travel)	Original Passport In case the original passport cannot be presented, original birth certificate and photocopy of identification page of passport Airline ticket, if already issued
Accredited Filipino journalist whose travel is in pursuit of journalistic assignment	Original Passport Certification from the Office of the Press Secretary Certification from the passenger’s editor or station manager that he/she is an accredited journalist Airline ticket, if already issued
Those authorized by the President of the Republic of the Philippines for reasons of national interest	Original Passport Written authorization from the Office of the President expressly entitling the passenger to the reduced travel tax Airline ticket, if already issued

FOR OFW DEPENDENTS

Who may avail of the Privileged Reduced Travel Tax? What are the requirements?

Legitimate spouse of an Overseas Filipino Worker (OFW)	Original Passport Original Overseas Employment Certificate (OEC) / Certified true copy of Balikmanggagawa Form / Certified true copy of the OFW’s Travel Exit Permit / Certification of Accreditation or Registration Original or authenticated marriage contract Airline ticket, if already issued Certification from the manning agency that the seaman’s dependent is joining the seaman’s vessel
Legitimate and unmarried children of an OFW below 21 years of age NOTE: This privileged reduced travel tax is granted to the dependent of a land-based OFW, if said dependent is traveling to the work site.	Original Passport Original Overseas Employment Certificate (OEC) / Certified true copy of Balikmanggagawa Form / Certified true copy of the OFW’s Travel Exit Permit / Certification of Accreditation or Registration Original or authenticated birth certificate Airline ticket, if already issued Certification from the manning agency that the seaman’s dependent is joining the seaman’s vessel

Travel Tax Refund

A. Basic Policies on Regular Travel Tax Refunds

• Claims for refund must be made within two (2) years from the date of payment.
• The travel tax refund check is for deposit to the payee’s account only but may be uncrossed upon the request of the payee who shall be properly identified.
• If the claimant is not the passenger, a Special Power of Attorney shall be submitted for the release of the check.
• For minor a payee, the parent shall present the minor’s original birth certificate, unless the parent signed the passport on behalf of the minor. If the claimant is not the minor’s parent, he/she shall present the minor’s original birth certificate and submit a Special Power of Attorney executed by the minor’s parents.
• Airline companies or their agents may grant the refund to the passenger if the travel tax sought to be refunded has not yet been remitted to TIEZA.

The following identification cards are acceptable for the purpose of claiming refund checks:

Original Passport	Original Social Security System ID
Original Government Service Insurance System ID	Original Driver’s License
Original Postal ID	Original Professional Regulations Commission ID

REASON FOR REFUND OF A TRAVEL TAX

Reason for Refund	Documentary Requirements
Unused ticket	Original Passport TIEZA Refund Application Form No. 353 Airline ticket showing travel tax collection Copy of fare refund voucher or certification from the airline authorized signatory that the ticket is unused, non-rebookable, and has no refund value. Original TIEZA Official Receipt (passenger and airline copies), if travel tax was paid directly to TIEZA
Non-coverage Non-immigrant foreign passport holders who are not subject to the Philippine travel tax if their stay in the Philippines is less than one year (refer to table 2 on Full Travel Tax Page)	Original passport. In case the original passport cannot be presented, a certification from the Bureau of Immigration indicating the passenger’s identity, the immigration status, and the applicable date of arrival shall be submitted. TIEZA Refund Application Form No. 353 Airline ticket showing travel tax collection
Travel Tax Exemption (refer to table 3 on Travel Tax Exemption page)	Original passport TIEZA Refund Application Form No. 353 Supporting documents required under Presidential Decree No. 1183, as amended by P.D.1205 and Batas Pambansa Blg.38 on Airline ticket showing travel tax collection Original TIEZA Official Receipt (passenger copy), if travel tax was paid directly to TIEZA
Reduced Travel Tax (refer to tables4 & 5 on Reduced Travel Tax page)	Original passport TIEZA Refund Application Form No. 353 Supporting documents required under Rule VII of the Rules and Regulations on Travel Tax. Airline ticket showing travel tax collection Original TIEZA Official Receipt (passenger copy), if travel tax was paid directly to TIEZA
Downgraded Ticket	Original passport TIEZA Refund Application Form No. 353 Airline ticket showing travel tax collection Certification from the airline that the ticket was downgraded or a certified copy of the airline flight manifest Original TIEZA Official Receipt (passenger copy), if travel tax was paid directly to TIEZA
Double payment	Original passport TIEZA Refund Application Form No. 353 Airline ticket showing travel tax collection Original TIEZA Official Receipt (passenger and airline copies), if travel tax was paid directly to TIEZA
Undue Travel Tax	Original passport TIEZA Refund Application Form No. 353 Airline ticket showing that the travel tax was collected and that the passenger is not subject to the Travel Tax Original TIEZA Official Receipt (passenger and airline copies), if travel tax was paid directly to TIEZA

HOW TO PAY YOUR TRAVEL TAX ONLINE?

Last October 2016, the Tourism Infrastructure and Enterprise Zone Authority (TIEZA) launched the launch an online system where travellers can pay their travel taxes, easy and hassle free.

Here's the process;

1. Open an account on the TIEZA website http://tieza.gov.ph/.

2. From the home page, select the clickable image for travel tax payment, or select the "Travel Tax" tab in the header of the webpage and click "Pay Travel Tax" in the dropdown menu.

3. Create an account by filling out the registration form. Once registered, fill out the form for the payment of travel tax.

• Prepare and enter the details of your flight
• Type of ticket you have
• Your Credit Card Information

4. After you have confirmed payment, you will be given an electronic receipt to print out. Simply bring the receipt with you on the day of your flight to be presented with your travel documents.

With this online payment system, you can skip queues at the airport and you can pay your travel tax before the day of your flight. 

(Source:http://tieza.gov.ph/travel-tax/,rappler)


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