POEA MEMORANDUM CIRCULAR NO. 14

: The memorandum circular mandates the inclusion of a provision on solidary liability of principals/employers and recruitment agencies in contracts for overseas employment, pursuant to the Migrant Workers and Overseas Filipinos Act of 1995.
: The Migrant Workers and Overseas Filipinos Act of 1995, specifically Section 60 of its implementing Rules and Regulations.
: Solidary liability means that both the principal/employer and the recruitment or placement agency are jointly and severally liable for any and all claims arising under the contract for overseas employment.
: It must be incorporated in the contract for overseas employment.
: The contract will not be approved for use in support of accreditation requests or document processing for principals, as the inclusion is a condition precedent for approval.
: It was adopted on March 7, 1996.
: It ensures that both the employer/principal and recruitment agency are held accountable together for any claims, providing better protection to overseas Filipino workers.
: The Philippine Overseas Employment Administration (POEA).
: It applies to both principals/employers and recruitment agencies, as it involves their joint and solidary liability in the contract for overseas employment.