PHILIPPINES: The Department of Migrant Workers said it will continue bringing home Filipinos from conflict-affected areas in the Middle East.
Demand for repatriation has declined compared with April and May, but assistance remains available to workers and families who want to return to the Philippines.
As of July 2026, the government had safely repatriated 10,580 overseas Filipino workers, other overseas Filipinos and their dependents from the region.
Fewer Requests, but Flights Home Continue
DMW Undersecretary Felicitas Bay said repatriation operations are still active despite the lower number of requests.
The latest group included 50 Filipinos from Kuwait who arrived in the Philippines during the week.
The government has not announced an end date for the assistance.
This means OFWs who feel unsafe or need urgent help may still contact Philippine offices in their host countries.
Gulf Offices Track Welfare and Security Cases
The DMW is coordinating with Migrant Workers Offices across Gulf Cooperation Council countries.
These offices are monitoring local conditions and responding to requests involving repatriation, safety and other worker concerns.
MWO staff are also communicating with Filipino communities so that people who need help can receive guidance quickly.
Available assistance may depend on the worker’s location, personal situation and current security conditions.
OFWs Told to Follow Local Safety Rules
Bay reminded Filipinos in affected areas to remain in safe locations and obey instructions from local authorities.
Workers should take shelter when ordered, avoid restricted areas and keep important documents ready.
They should also save the contact details of the nearest Philippine embassy, consulate or Migrant Workers Office.
Family members in the Philippines should avoid spreading unconfirmed reports that may cause fear or confusion.
Check Only Verified Government Updates
The DMW urged OFWs to rely on information released by Philippine government offices abroad.
Updates shared through official embassy, consulate, DMW, OWWA and MWO channels are more reliable than forwarded messages or unverified social media posts.
OFWs who need repatriation or welfare assistance should contact the nearest Philippine mission and explain their situation clearly.
