DMW
OFW departure documents
Check your DMW record and the departure-document route for your employment case.
Preparation guide. Destination-specific contract verification and DMW eligibility determine the correct route.
About this guide
Checking off a task does not submit an application. The listed scope and special cases determine which documents you need.
Guide reviewed 2026-10-05. Save your checklist here; application and payment happen on the official service.
What you’ll need
Prepare an accepted ID and supporting records for the transaction.
Use the current official checklist for your case.
Steps
First deployment, returning workers and changes of employer or job site have different procedures.
Official serviceAsk the responsible Migrant Workers Office about contract verification and your destination’s requirements.
Official serviceConfirm whether OEC, exemption or OFW Pass applies; do not assume one route covers all workers.
Official serviceCheck passport, employer, destination and validity details with the official service.
Official serviceCosts & charges
Amount depends on your application; check the official assessment.
A case-specific cost breakdown is not available in this guide yet.
Where to apply & get help
Use your confirmed appointment office. The contact below is agency support, not a branch appointment.
Use the DMW contact directory to find your MWO. Routine departure-document phone support has not been verified here.
Phone not verified here; use official contacts.
Contact references reviewed: 2026-10-05. Call availability has not been tested.