DMW DMW Services and Benefits for OFWs 2

Question 1

What is the role of the DMW's One-Stop Service Centers for OFWs (OSSCOs)?

Accepted Answer

To consolidate multiple government services for OFWs in a single location

Answer

To process overseas visa applications only

Answer

To serve as detention centers for undocumented OFWs

Answer

To operate as embassies abroad

Question 2

Which benefit is specifically available to OFWs who become permanently disabled while working abroad?

Accepted Answer

OWWA Permanent Total Disability Benefit

Answer

SSS Disability Benefit only

Answer

DMW Housing Rehabilitation Grant

Answer

PhilHealth Overseas Disability Pension

Question 3

Under DMW rules, who is primarily responsible for the repatriation of a distressed or deceased OFW?

Accepted Answer

The foreign employer, and in default, the recruitment agency and the Philippine government

Answer

The OFW's family in the Philippines

Answer

The Philippine Embassy solely

Answer

The host country's government

Question 4

What is the OWWA Livelihood Development Program designed to provide?

Accepted Answer

Capital grants and livelihood assistance for returning OFWs and their families

Answer

Job placements for OFWs in the Philippines

Answer

Free vocational training abroad

Answer

Low-interest loans for overseas businesses

Question 5

Which DMW service specifically addresses gender-based violence experienced by female OFWs abroad?

Accepted Answer

OWWA Women OFW Desk and Gender-Responsive Services

Answer

OFW Gender Mainstreaming Initiative

Answer

DMW Anti-Trafficking Operations Center

Answer

Philippine Overseas Labor Office Women's Bureau

Question 6

How long is an OWWA membership valid for a single contribution?

Accepted Answer

2 years

Answer

6 months

Answer

1 year

Answer

5 years