DMWは、2024年にさらに多くのフィリピン人労働者が派遣されると予測しています。

Partial records for 2023 show 2,525,140 OFWs around the world and it’s expected to only go up from there. DMW’s confidence in reporting such news stems from the high interest in Filipino workers expressed by neighboring countries. As of their report last December, DMW revealed that at least 25 countries were eager to hear positive news, and that 38 bilateral agreements were already in the pending phase. 

Of the 38 pending bilateral agreements, DMW official Caunan said that 18 countries were from Europe and the Americas; 16 from the Middle East and Africa, and four from Asia and the Pacific regions. On top of these, there are also those that are expected to be negotiated and finalized by this year. 

‘The OFW Edge’: Snapshot of the Overseas Filipino Worker Landscape

By Continent

Breaking down the data from the 2022 survey conducted by the Philippine Statistics Office, the percentage of Filipino workers per continent is reflected in the chart below:

 

 

 

 

 

 

In Asia

With Asia as the biggest home to Filipino workers, we have broken down the continent into the following major destinations of Filipino workers: 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

In The World 

To underscore just how dynamic and resilient the Filipino workforce can be, here are the top 10 countries outside of Asia with the most OFWs:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

United States

3,400,000

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Canada

850,000

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

オーストラリア

304,093

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Italy

299,787

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The UK

200,000

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Puerto Rico

91, 620

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

France

44,967

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ニュージーランド

41,146

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Spain

26,946

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Israel

25,000

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Most Popular Occupations Among Filipino Migrant Workers 

Filipino migrant workers play diverse and significant roles across various occupations worldwide, contributing to global workforce diversity, economic growth, and societal development. Their skills, expertise, and dedication make them valuable assets in the international labor market, shaping industries, communities, and nations on a global scale. 

To better appreciate this claim, we’ve compiled a list of the top 10 major occupations of Overseas Filipino Workers according to a survey from the Philippine Statistics Authority:

The Role of International Manpower Agencies in Bridging the Global Demand For Filipino Workers

The role of manpower agencies in connecting Filipino talent where it is needed is more crucial now than ever. By identifying skill shortages in various industries globally, manpower agencies help Filipino workers acquire the necessary skills and qualifications to meet international job demands. This proactive approach ensures a continuous supply of qualified workers to fill critical roles worldwide.

Manpower agencies offer support services to both employers and job seekers, assisting with pre-departure orientation, cultural integration, and post-placement follow-ups. We also take care of compliance with regulations and standards, such as those set by the Philippine Overseas Employment Administration (POEA), so you have less administrative burden. 

Not only do manpower agencies fill the skills gap present in international markets, but the companies also contribute to the diversification of the overseas workforce. Doing so brings different perspectives, skills, and experiences to workplaces, enriching organizational cultures, fostering innovation, and staying up to date on overseas’ job opportunities from trusted international manpower employment agency.