The Philippine Overseas Employment Administration (POEA) warned aspiring overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) against the use of fake medical certification which is a common requirement for applicants looking for jobs abroad.
The warning was issued following numerous reports concerning individuals offering jobseekers medical certificates in exchange of money.
Applicants and recruitment agencies found to be using and submitting fraudulent medical certificates shall be subjected to the corresponding administrative sanctions under the 2016 Revised POEA Rules and Regulations Governing the Recruitment and Employment of Land-based Overseas Filipino Workers, as well as criminal liability.
Aspiring OFWs are advised to refrain from entertaining these individuals and immediately report their illegal activities to the Anti-Illegal Recruitment Branch through e-mail [email protected] or telephone numbers 7221189 and 7221192.
