Organisation : Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA)
Facility Name : Disability and Dismemberment Benefit
Applicable For : Active OWWA Members
Country : Philippines
Website : https://owwa.gov.ph/?page_id=4066
What is OWWA Disability & Dismemberment Benefit?
The OWWA Disability & Dismemberment Benefit is a financial assistance program provided by the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) to Filipino workers who suffer permanent disability or dismemberment due to an accident while working abroad. It’s a safety net to help them cope with the financial challenges that come with such an unfortunate event. A member is entitled to disability / dismemberment benefit of up to Php 100,000.00 for injuries sustained due to accident while working abroad.
Related / Similar Facility : OWWA Seafarer’s Upgrading Program (SUP) Philippines
Who are qualified for OWWA Disability & Dismemberment Benefit?
Active OWWA members are qualified for this program
Requirements of OWWA Disability & Dismemberment Benefit
| Checklist of Requirements | Where to Secure |
|---|---|
| OFW Membership Record (MR) | OWWA RWO |
| Copy of Passport or Seaman’s Identification Record Book (SIRB) of the OFW – Member | MARINA |
| Foreign Medical Certificate with English Translation | OWWA- POLO |
| Medical Certificate (with indicated procedure of the medical examination / procedure of the doctor in Philippines) | Competent medical practitioner from legitimate medical institution / facility |
| Accident Report and / or Master’s Report (for seafarer) | Employer |
| One (1) copy of 1×1 picture | OFW member |
| If claimant is not OFW, submit Authorization Letter with I.D. of OFW | OFW’s authorized claimant |
| At least one (1) valid I.D. of authorized claimant | OFW’s authorized claimant |
How To Apply For OWWA Disability & Dismemberment Benefit?
** Visit the OWWA Regional Welfare Office that covers the permanent address of the OFW.
** Get priority number (ticket), please wait to be accommodated.
** Present OFW I.D. or info to the Membership Verification Desk, based on status of membership obtain application form and checklist of requirements.
** Submit accomplished claim form and required documents for validation / evaluation.
** For approved applications, proceed to present claim stub and claim financial assistance through check or cash pay-out.
Eligibility:
** Must be an active OWWA member with a valid OWWA ID.
** Must have suffered a disability or dismemberment due to an accident while working abroad.
Steps:
1. Visit the OWWA Regional Welfare Office (RWRO) that covers your permanent address. You can find the list of RWROs on the OWWA website: https://owwamember.com/owwa-offices-philippines/
2. OWWA Regional Welfare Office
3. Get a priority number and wait to be accommodated.
4. Present your OWWA ID or any information about your membership to the Membership Verification Desk.
5. Based on your membership status, you will be given an application form and a checklist of requirements.
6. Accomplish the application form and gather the required documents.
The checklist of requirements may vary depending on your case, but generally includes the following:
** Medical certificate/report from a DOH-accredited hospital/medical center
** Police report (if applicable)
** Employer’s certificate
** Witness statements (if applicable)
** Photos of the disability/dismemberment
7. Submit the completed application form and required documents to the OWWA Claims Processing Unit.
8. Wait for the evaluation of your claim. The OWWA Claims Processing Unit will assess your case and determine if you are eligible for the benefit.
9. If your claim is approved, you will be notified and instructed on how to claim your financial assistance. The financial assistance will be in the form of a check or cash payout.