Pinoys warned vs working illegally in Egypt
02/26/2012The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) has reminded Filipinos who are seeking employment in Egypt to obtain a working visa/permit prior to departure for that country.
“The public is advised not to believe recruiters who are offering tourist visas which could allegedly be converted to a work permit upon arrival in Egypt. Irregular workers, or those who do not have proper documents, do not have the same rights as regular ones and could become victims of abuse or unlawful practices. Penalties can also be imposed by the Egyptian government on all violators,” the DFA said.
It added the public is encouraged to apply through agencies accredited by the Philippine Overseas Employment Administration (POEA) and to abide by all the rules and regulations of both the Philippines and the host country..... MORE
Source: The Daily Tribune
URL: http://www.tribuneonline.org/headlines/20120226hed5.html
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