Overseas Filipino Workers in Denmark should apply for OWWA membership or renew it every two years in order to claim OWWA benefits. If you have obtained employment using your visit visa, it’s also important to consider processing your OWWA account. To help you with this, you are encouraged to secure all the requirements and pay a small fee to become an active member who is eligible for the benefits, services, and special programs for OFWs.
When it comes to protecting and promoting the welfare of OFWs around the world, the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration is the agency that is mandated to do just that. It works with the Department of Migrant Workers and the Department of Labor and Employment to implement the best strategies that will help improve the lives of OFWs and their families. Renewing your status is one way to get the most out of these OWWA programs.
Requirements for OWWA in Denmark
Before you can renew your OWWA, you need to submit a few important documents that OWWA will verify to determine your legal employment status. If you can complete them and settle the fees, you can access the OWWA benefits within its validity period. The benefits include programs, services, and assistance to enhance your living conditions, career opportunities, and education. You can also get legal assistance in case of a conflict with your employer in Denmark.
Whether you’re applying for or renewing your OWWA account, these are the main requirements that you need to submit to process your application:
- Duly accomplished OWWA Membership Form or OFW Information Sheet
- Copy of a valid work permit, residence permit, latest payslip, company ID, Certificate of Employment, employment contract, or any related document as proof of active employment
- Copy of a valid Philippine passport with data page including the name, signature, and photo
- If dual citizen, Certificate of Oath with identification page
OWWA Fees and Payment Process
To become an active OWWA member and avail the livelihood assistance, scholarship, and other programs, you need to pay the contribution fee. Once you have paid the fee, you can access the medical, calamity, disability, burial, and death benefits of OWWA. The membership fee is the equivalent of US$ 25 in DKK based on the current foreign exchange rate.
You need to submit all the required documents and OWWA will verify them to confirm your application. Once your application has been confirmed, you can proceed to the payment counter to settle the fee. However, you also need to consider the qualifications before settling the fees. For instance, you must have an active employment and work visa, and not due for cancellation, termination, or resignation.
The payment method for OWWA renewal depends on the option you choose. If you process it through the on-site OFW Welfare and Services, then you can settle the payment on-site. If you’re applying through the OWWA-London Facebook page or email, you need to submit your documents online and wait for the payment instructions in your email. For payments via the mobile app, you can pay using an over-the-counter payment center, e-wallet, or an online bank.
Procedure for Getting OWWA Denmark Appointment Online
As of this writing, there’s no online appointment system for the OWWA renewal in Denmark. In fact, there is no dedicated office for these concerns in the country so the OWWA-London office handles it for them. In other words, OFWs in Denmark must contact the OWWA office in London in order to process any employment-related services.
On the other hand, the OWWA-London and the Philippine Embassy in Copenhagen organize on-site OFW welfare and services activities that require OFWs to book an appointment. It’s highly advised to reach out to the concerned offices to get more information on how to get an appointment in Denmark. If you’re planning to go back to the Philippines for vacation, you can visit the DMW for your OWWA renewal.
How to Renew OWWA Membership in Denmark
If you’re an OFW in Denmark, there are two ways to process your OWWA account according to the Philippine Embassy in Copenhagen and London. You can either attend the on-site processing for OFW Welfare and Services or submit your documents to the OWWA-London Facebook page or by email. Check your requirements before submission to ensure they are accurate and complete.
Make sure to reach out to the OWWA office in London to confirm whether these options are still available. For more a convenient way to renew your account, you can simply use the OWWA Mobile App. You can also ask for help from your recruitment agency to process your renewal in Denmark. Don’t hesitate to call or email the concerned office for the requirements and current procedures for OWWA application.
Video: Step By Step Guide For OWWA Membership / Renewal
In this video, you can find the updated guide for applying for or renewing OWWA membership with all the steps that you need to do. It also provides some helpful tips if you’re using the OWWA mobile app to process your renewal. You can also find information regarding the qualifications you need to meet as well as the documentary requirements that you should complete to renew your account online.
Summary
This is all the information you need in order to renew your OWWA in Denmark. Always contact the relevant office before processing your account so that you can get the latest updates regarding the renewal procedure and requirements. You can reach out to the OWWA-London office to secure an appointment for the on-site processing. More importantly, wait for the email confirmation before you proceed to the payment method.
Remember that there is no online appointment system for OFWs in Denmark since there’s no dedicated OWWA office in the area. However, there are three options to help you renew your account. The most convenient way to process your renewal is to use the OWWA Mobile App which you can easily download on your mobile device.