Coverage of Foreign Household Workers
- Acknowledges that foreign household workers in Cyprus are governed by Cyprus labor laws.
- Recognizes the legal framework in Cyprus for the protection and regulation of household workers.
Notarization Requirements for Employment Contracts
- Employment contracts for Cyprus-bound household workers hired via Philippine recruitment agencies must be notarized.
- Notarization to be done exclusively by a notary public located in Cyprus.
- This procedure replaces the previous requirements for contract authentication.
Absence of Philippine Labor Attache in Cyprus
- Notes the absence of a Philippine Labor Attache in Cyprus to oversee contract verification locally.
- Justifies the requirement of local notarization as a practical alternative for contract validation.
Repeal of Previous Issuances
- All prior issuances that conflict with these guidelines are repealed and superseded by this circular.
- Ensures clarity and avoids contradictory regulations regarding recruitment and deployment procedures.
Immediate Compliance
- The circular mandates immediate implementation of the guidelines by concerned recruitment agencies and stakeholders.
- Signed and adopted by the POEA Administrator for authoritative effect.