Who is legally exempt from the absolute ban on direct-hiring of overseas Filipino workers?
While foreign direct hiring is generally strictly banned, there are very specific legal exceptions. Certain elite entities are considered exceptionally safe and thus entirely exempt from this rigid rule. Direct-hiring by members of the diplomatic corps, international organizations, and other employers permitted by the Secretary of Labor is legally exempted. This specific statutory exception is found in Article 18 Labor Code of the Philippines. “ART. 18. Ban on Direct-Hiring. – … Direct-hiring by members of the diplomatic corps, international organizations and such other employers as may be allowed by the Secretary of Labor is exempted from this provision.” 30-May-26About Nicolas and De Vega Law Offices
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