How do I go abroad to work the proper way from the Philippines?

Use only recruitment agencies licensed by the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) and check them on dmw.gov.ph, never work on a tourist visa, get official receipts, complete your medical, PDOS and OEC, and register with OWWA.

Is the FI roadmap only for Filipinos?

No. Filipino Institute is built for Filipinos everywhere and open to learners of every nationality. All courses are online and taught in English.

Does FI charge to apply for jobs?

No. Applying to jobs on the FI Job Board is always free. FI does not refer or place applicants; you apply directly to employers or DMW-licensed agencies.

Where can I register a business?

In the Philippines you register with DTI or SEC, get barangay and mayor's permits and register with BIR. Abroad, rules differ by country; FI can refer you to a business-setup partner.

My Career Roadmap: Courses, Working Abroad & Business

MY ROADMAP

Answer five quick questions and get your personal roadmap: the FI courses to take, the outside steps (college, TESDA, PRC), how to work abroad the proper way or come home, how to register a business, and FI partners who can help.

1. Where are you now?Your nationality2. Where do you want to work?If abroad, which country?3. Which industry?Are you changing industry?4. Your level now5. Your main goal

Your roadmap: Executive in Retail & Customer Service · now in the Philippines · goal: start a business in the Philippines.

Step 2 · Where you will work

Growing your career in the Philippines

Upskill for promotion: a diploma or certification in your field shows your employer you are ready for the next level.
Get your FI certificates attested so they are accepted in the Philippines. Ask us about our attestation partners.
Keep your CV in My FI up to date. Your FI credentials show as verified.
See jobs in the Philippines on the FI Job Board and apply directly.
Plan ahead for your return home: savings, a business idea, or a job in the Philippines.

Full-timeMalls, stores and BPOs.

Part-timePart-time store and weekend work is common.

RemoteMany customer support roles are work-from-home.

Track this roadmap in My FI. Save it to My Path to tick off each step. FI courses you finish are verified automatically and appear on your CV.Sign in to save to My Path

Step 1 · Your own business

Business idea in Retail & Customer Service

Your own store or online shop.

1
FI · Professional DiplomaRetail Management720 learning hours · from ₱8,500
2
FI · Professional DiplomaE-Commerce & Online Selling720 learning hours · from ₱8,500
3
FI · Short courseStarting a Small Business24 learning hours · ₱4,000
4
FI · Short courseBusiness Plan Basics24 learning hours · ₱4,000
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FI · Professional DiplomaSmall Business Management720 learning hours · from ₱8,500
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FI · Professional DiplomaBusiness Registration & Licensing Support720 learning hours · from ₱8,500

Register your business in the Philippines

Choose your business type: sole proprietor (register the name with DTI), partnership or corporation (SEC), or cooperative (CDA).
Get a barangay clearance and a mayor's / business permit from your city or municipality.
Register with BIR for your TIN, receipts and books of account.
Register as an employer with SSS, PhilHealth and Pag-IBIG if you will hire staff.

Rules change; confirm with the government office or a business-setup partner before you register.

Step 3 · FI partners who can help

Certificate attestationWisdom Success Academy W.L.L.Bahrain

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Looking for a job?

Browse jobs from FI partners on the FI Job Board and apply directly to the employer or licensed agency. Applying is free. For jobs abroad, apply only through agencies licensed by the DMW.

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