Philippines - Apply for DOLE-AKAP

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Procedure

Apply Online

1. To Apply for DOLE-AKAP, the applicant has to make the application online via the following link
2. The applicant has to login with ERS ID number and Password. if the applicant doesn’t have an account click “Register now”
3. The applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form.
4. Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
5. The applicant has to attach the photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting.
6. Review the application and click “Submit”
7. The fee for this procedure has to be paid as per the authority request.
8. After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
9. All applications are processed within a reasonable time, having regard to the particular circumstances of each application, including the completeness of information and documents submitted to the authority by the applicant.
10. The entire process can be completed within 30 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

Apply In-Person:

1. To Apply for DOLE-AKAP, the applicant has to approach the Department of Labour and Employment offices link

   Note: The applicant to click “Regions” to find nearby offices to them.

2. An application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned officer.
3. The applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
4. Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
5. The applicant has to attach the photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting.
6. Submit all the documents with the completed form to the concerned officer.
7. The fee for this procedure has to be paid as per the authority request.
8. After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
9. All applications are processed within a reasonable time, having regard to the particular circumstances of each application, including the completeness of information and documents submitted to the authority by the applicant.
10. The authority may seek additional information from an applicant if this is necessary to assess the application. The authority does not need to deal further with an application until the applicant has provided this additional information.
11. The entire process can be completed within 30 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Required Documents

• Application Form
• National identity card
• Employment ID
• Copy of passport
• Copy of visa

Office Locations & Contacts

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND EMPLOYMENT – PHILIPPINES
(DOLE) Building,
Muralla Wing cor. General Luna St., Intramuros,
Manila, 1002, Philippines
DOLE Hotline: 1349
Contact Details link
Key Officials link

Note: The applicant to click “Regions” to find nearby offices to them.

Eligibility

• Any Person who intends to Apply for DOLE-AKAP is eligible to make this application.

Fees

• The Applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as per the authority request.

Validity

Explain the time until which the certificate/document is valid.
e.g. Birth Certificate Valid Forever

Documents to Use

Please attach documents that can be used by people. e.g. links

Sample Documents

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Processing Time

• The entire process can be completed within 30 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

Related Videos

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Instructions

• Applicants must complete the application form before submitting it. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• Applicants must provide genuine information while applying for this procedure.

Required Information

A. PERSONAL DETAILS

• Name (Last Name) (First Name) (Middle Name)
• Birthdate
• Civil Status
• Gender
• Address
• Contact No
• Email Address

B. EMPLOYMENT DETAILS

• Company/Employer
• Contact No
• Address of Company/Employer
• Work/Job Position
• Visa Category
• Contract Duration

Need for the Document

• DOLE-AKAP is a financial assistance program implemented by the Philippine government to provide assistance to overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) who have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Information which might help

• The program is aimed at providing a one-time financial assistance of Php 10,000 (approximately $200) to OFWs who have been displaced or have suffered a loss of employment due to the pandemic.

Other uses of the Document/Certificate

Please explain what are other uses of obtaining this document/certificate.
e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.

External Links

Link

Others

• Under DOLE-AKAP, eligible OFWs include both land-based and sea-based workers who have been repatriated or are still overseas but are unable to work due to the pandemic. OFWs who are still employed but have had their work hours or income reduced are also eligible for the program.