CROATIA: Repatriated Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) from Israel are now getting new job opportunities in Croatia through a government-led hiring program. The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) confirmed that several OFWs affected by the conflict have already been deployed or are preparing for work abroad again.
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New Start for Repatriated OFWs
One OFW who returned from Israel was deployed to Croatia on March 28, 2026. Today, five more workers are scheduled to leave. This group includes:
- One repatriated OFW from Israel
- One worker who recently finished a contract in Israel
All of them were hired as hotel room attendants in Croatia.
Their monthly salary ranges from 1,050 to 1,390 Euros (around ₱73,000 to ₱97,000), giving them a stable income after returning home.
More Workers in the Pipeline
The DMW also shared that:
- Four more repatriated OFWs (from 2023 and 2024) already secured jobs
- They are now processing their visas for deployment to Croatia
These workers were part of a recruitment activity held in October 2025, targeting hotel jobs abroad.
Government-to-Government (G2G) Hiring Explained
The jobs were made possible through the Government-to-Government (G2G) hiring program. This program helps ensure safer and more transparent employment for OFWs.
It follows a labor agreement signed on October 4, 2024, in Zagreb, Croatia, between:
- DMW Secretary Hans Leo J. Cacdac
- Croatian Labor Minister Marin Piletić
The goal is to expand job opportunities while protecting Filipino workers.
Why This Matters for OFWs
This update is important for OFWs, especially those affected by conflict or sudden job loss.
Through the G2G program:
– Workers avoid illegal recruiters
– Jobs are verified by the government
– Deployment is more organized and secure
It also shows that repatriation does not mean the end of overseas work. There are still legal pathways to continue working abroad.