Announcement
21 Jan 2025
In January 2025, the government of the Philippines introduced the "Economic Needs Test (ENT)" as an additional barrier for foreign workers seeking access to the local labour market.
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Implementation date
10 Feb 2025
Revocation date:
No revocation date
Updated: 21 Jan 2025
Labour market access
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On 21 January 2025, the Department of Labour and Employment of the Philippines (DOLE) issued Department Order No. 248 Series 2025, introducing the "Economic Needs Test (ENT)" as an additional barri...
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