Visa Requirements For Filipinos Going To South Korea Made Easy

Filipinos are so fond of K-pop, Korean dramas and anything Korean even food and drinks. Some of them are even dreaming of going the land of morning calm someday. Well, now it can be possible to have an ultimate Korean experience because the Korean government is now making it even easier for Filipinos to get a visa.

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Filipinos are so fond of K-pop, Korean dramas and anything Korean even food and drinks. Some of them are even dreaming of going the land of morning calm someday. Well, now it can be possible to have an ultimate Korean experience because the Korean government is now making it even easier for Filipinos to get a visa.

South Korean Ambassador to the Philippines Han Dongman announced on Sunday that South Korea is relaxing visa requirements and processes.


Visa requirements can now be acquired through travel agencies to avoid long queues in the South Korean embassy.

The Korean government is also cutting short the number of requirements for qualified professionals, media and government workers.

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South Korea aims to get more Filipinos to visit, study in Korea by relaxing visa requirements, processes. The Korean embassy also said it has made multiple-entry visas for PH media, professionals, gov't workers easier to get pic.twitter.com/VlKlCoUFwn

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"For qualified people such the business people, media people of course, and government officers, we give them multiple visas at least five years or 10 years with one single document saying that I'm working in this company," Han said.

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Authorized Travel Agencies For Processing Temporary Visas For South Korea

Due to the increase in the number of visa applicants for South Korea, the Korean Embassy in the Philippines delegated select travel agencies to process visas next month.

The only walk-in applicants who will be accepted are spouses and children of Korean Citizens, holders of visa issuance numbers, government employees with official business trips, and those with humanitarian reasons to travel to Korea urgently. Visitors visa walk-in applications will not be allowed starting July 1.

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The Embassy of the Republic of Korea to the Philippines posted a list of designated travel agencies to process temporary visitor's visas to their website today.
They are as follows: 

Aboex Travel and Tours
Adventure International
Ark Travel Express Inc.
Blue Horizons Travel and Tours Inc.
Casto Travel Philippines Inc.
City Travel & Tours Corporation
Come on Phils. Golf & Travel Agency Inc.
Constellation Travels, Inc.
First United Travel Inc.
Getaway Tours International Inc.
Grand Hope Travel, Inc.
H.I.S. (Philippines) Travel Corp.
Hanatour Manila Inc.
Hankookceb Corp.
Horizon Travel & Tours, Inc.
International Journeys Inc.
Island Resort Club Tour Services, Inc.
JTB Asia Pacific Phil. Corp.
KP Joeun Consultancy Inc.
Las Palmas Tours and Travel Agency, Inc.
Marksman Drysdale Travel Inc.
MNK Travel & Tours Corp.
North Star International Travel, Inc.
Pan Pacific Travel Corporation
Party-on Travel and Tour Community Inc.
Rajah Travel Corporation
Rakso Air Travel and Tours Inc.
Reli Tours and Travel Company
Sharp Travel Service (Phils.) Inc.
Swire Travel Phils, Inc.
The Baron Travel Corporation
Travel Pros
Travelservices, Inc.
Uni-orient Travel, Inc.
"[The] increase in the number of visa applicants caused the applicants to stand in hot weather outside the embassy for hours to wait in line for their turn to apply for respective visas," the Embassy said in a statement.


The agency reported that visa applications have increased since 2015. There were approximately a total of 90,000 visa applications in 2015, 120,000 in 2016, and 160,000 in 2017.

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Jobs Abroad Bound For Korea For As Much As P60k Salary

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According to the yearly quota that South Korea is giving to the countries sending workers to them, POEA said that they will be needing thousands of Filipinos to work in factories.
For the Philippines, South Korea demands five thousand workers and up depending on how much they really need. They are set to be working in electronics, textile, chemical and food factories, POEA Deputy Administrator Jocelyn Sanchez said.

Their basic pay as factory workers is expected at around $1,200 or P60,000 per month. 

To be able to apply, they need to do the following:

 —The applicants need to register at the POEA website first. 

Only those who are registered will be given the schedule for the Korean language examination.

— After passing the Korean language exam, they will undergo a skill test.

—If they pass the skills test, medical examination will follow.

— after the medical exam and the applicant is found to be physically fit to work, their profiles will be then forwarded to the employer for final selection. 

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POEA said that work experience will be an advantage but inexperienced applicants will be selected provided they will pass the Korean language test. 


POEA also warned the people about private groups who offer seminars or trainings that uses the broadcast media interview of the agency to lure applicants.

All the job openings must be consulted with POEA to know the correct process in applying for any jobs.

POEA also said that there will be no private recruitment agencies permitted to hire applicants for South Korea jobs. Job hiring to the country is based on government to government agreement. All applications and orientation has to go through POEA only and aside from processing fee, the applicants will not be charged for  a placement fee.

For the complete list of qualification and requirements click here.

Source: ABS-CBN, POEA

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South Korea Is Free-Visa to Filipinos Until April 2018

Is the beautiful South Korea your ultimate dream destination? Well, you can now make it into reality! Just recently, the South Korea announced it will allow visa-free entry to Filipinos until April 2018.

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Oops, Don't buy a ticket yet. Because the visa-free entry is only allowed if you arrived at YangYang airport, a small international airport in the northeastern part of South Korea. Location? Yangyang County, Gangwon Province.

The visa-free offer of South Korea is also extended to the citizens of Indonesia and Vietnam in line with the celebration of 2018 Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang.

Yangyang airport is the closest international airport in Pyeongchang. If happens you want to visit Seoul, the country's capital, according to Google, you can get there by bus, train, taxi or by airplane.

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Sad to say from the Philippines, the Cebu Pacific, and Philippine Airlines does not have a direct commercial flight to Yangyang International Airport.


This free-visa of South Korea aims to boost the country's tourism industry especially for the 2018 Winter Olympic Games in Pyeongchang that will start on February 9 to 25.

Many Filipinos are hooked to Korean Novela that gives them a glimpse of what Korea is. Many are captivated and want to visit Korea and this is an opportunity you should not miss!

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Comparing Office Life In The Philippines And OFW Life As A Factory Worker

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In this world, people are quick to judge like they know what you should be doing more than you know yourself. They can even question your choices and throw prejudice based on tiny things they know about you. 
In the case of a Filipina OFW, she proved them wrong and she has  shown them that she did the right choice and enjoying its fruit.
Fiang Fe Fhaye Padz, an OFW in South Korea working as a factory worker. She narrated how she finished her studies and got her dream job in an office. Dressed professionally with a comfortable working environment. You look presentable in an air-conditioned room, having your own table, working in  front of the computer and you can take your breaktime anytime. But in all of these things you seem to be enjoying, you are still not earning enough.

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When she decided to work overseas as a factory worker, many eyebrows raised, especially from those who know here, asking why would you work in a factory after graduating from college?
For people that only look on your position, she has an explanation.

Since she bacome an OFW, she got to enjoy life. Yes she is just a "lowly" factory worker but now, she can buy the things she wants instead of depriving herself . That her job as a factory worker gives her 10 times the capacity in helping her family compared to what she was previously earning. A job that is not even related to her college education gives her five times the salary she was getting  while working at the office. After all, she enjoys her job and she is proud to be an OFW regardless of what others may say.

It is a reality why Filipinos choose OFW life. We may hear doctors who work as nurses overseas in countries where there are great demand for nurses. Nurses who choose to work as caregivers because by doing this they can earn more. Teachers who become domestic helpers because the salary offer is much higher in spite of the risks, they gamble. 
Every OFWs has their own unique stories and it revolves around a common goal--- to help their family. That is the best thing about OFWs compared to other expat workers. While other nationalities work for their own benefit, OFWs work for the better future of their families.

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10 Countries Filipinos Can Visit and Experience Snow Without Visa

Many of us want to experience snow. But since the Philippines is a tropical country, we will never experience this, unless we go to another part of the world.

If you want to experience snow this coming December and celebrate your white Christmas abroad, here are 10 places you can visit visa-free. Just prepare your passport, and of course money.

1. Jeju Island, South Korea

With Koreanovela in our televisions, Korea is now loved by Filipinos. Even in our high school education, the Korean language is now part of it. Don't just dream of South Korea, because you have now a chance to visit the country without applying for a visa.

Jeju Island offers breathtaking natural beauty all year round with a winter climate comparatively warmer than Seoul and the rest of Korea.

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2. Mongolia

If you are planning to visit Mongolia, you have to be very prepared, especially for the weather. Winter in the country is dreamlike with its vast and open countryside.

Although it doesn't snow much in the country, there are places where snow stays even until summer months due to a temperature that stays below zero.

Winters here are long and harsh, with temperatures here typically ranging from -20°C to – 45°C degrees. Most tourists flock here in summer to enjoy the comfortable temperatures and see the vast landscapes of wide open country and nomadic culture.

Ice sculptures are one way the Mongolians celebrate the winter.

3. Israel

During December, January, and February, Israel can be cold and rainy, but it can also be warm and sunny.

There are many Christian tourists, including Filipinos who visits Israel every December to experience different climate zone.

You can visit Bethlehem and Jerusalem and celebrates Christmas in Holy Land, where Jesus Christ was born. Israel has so many different climate zones every tourist can enjoy such as hiking in the snow.

4. Morocco

If you are holding a Philippine passport, you can visit and experience snow in Morroco without a visa. This is a country in North Africa. Its rich culture is a blend of Arab, Berber, European and African influences.

There are a lot of resorts in mountainous regions of this country that offers skiing activities.

5. Colombia

Los Nevados or the snow-capped Mountains is the only place you can celebrate your white Christmas. If there is a lot of snow, you can go skiing. Aside from snow you can experience a different kind of outdoor adventures in Colombia like diving, climbing, rafting, trekking and soar.

Colombia has a diverse climate, so if you want to visit, bring a different kind of clothes if you want to travel more.

Bogota and Boyaca reach temperatures below 0° Celsius, so a coat is needed. Some mountains are also covered in snow year-long. Cities along the Caribbean coast like Cartagena, Barranquilla, and Santa Marta are hot and humid, while some cities at mid-altitude in the Andes like Medellín (the City of Eternal Spring), Manizales, and other cities in the Coffee Triangle region have beautiful temperate weather

6. Peru

Aside from Machu Picchu in Andes Mountain in Peru, this country can be one option for Filipinos who want to experience snow without applying for a visa.

If you are dying to see snow in Peru, you must visit Huaraz, near the capital Lima where you can enjoy skiing. You can also ski down the slopes of Huascaran if you are brave enough.

7. Ecuador

If you love mountain climbing in snow, this place is for you. Because in Ecuador, your have to climb as high as 6,000 meters or more for a peak covered with snow. The Ecuador Andes’ highest point is the Cayambe Volcano. It is permanently covered in snow so you can visit any time of the year.

8. Bolivia

You can experience snow in Bolivia in mountains surrounding La Paz. All you need is a certain level of fitness and energy to climb to the top of the glaciers. Even if you are beginners, you can climb because slopes are average and having no experience is not important.

9. Brazil

There is a lot of cities in Brazil that are located in higher altitudes in the southern region that have a snow every year. You can visit the Rio Grande do Sul, Parana, and Santa Catarina.

10. Vietnam

Much closer to the Philippines, since it is located, Southeast Asia. But don't your know that there's a snow in Vietnam? Yes and you can found it in Sapa. Sapa is widely known as the most wonderful snowfall scene in Vietnam.

Snow practically falls at the end of December which is a great time for a Christmas holiday and New Year vacation. This place is considered to be ideal for tourist to experience a snowy winter in a tropical climate nation.

Other areas in the country such as Tam Dao, Dong Van, and Mau Son Mountain also experience snow during the later part of the year.

But before going we advise that you check personally the consular website of each country you would like to visit since they are changing policy without prior notice.

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