Administration and Validity of Korean Language Test (KLT)
- KLT is conducted by the International Korean Language Foundation (IKLF), accredited by MOL Korea.
- Test schedules and venues are announced via newspapers and POEA website.
- Registration for the KLT is based on MOL labor quota and payment of a $30 fee.
- Results are announced within three weeks and published online.
- The KLT certificate remains valid for two years.
Electronic Transmission and Management of Job Seekers Roster
- Only KLT passers undergo medical exams within 10 days after results are announced.
- Medical clearance must be from DOH-accredited clinics; no waivers for serious conditions like PTB, Hepatitis, VDRL.
- Profiles of qualified workers with medical clearance are electronically transmitted to Korea's HRD.
- HRD confirms receipt and approves profiles to be included in the active roster for employer selection.
- Profiles remain active in the HRD roster for 1 year; non-selected applicants must reapply after this period.
- Employment offers are electronically transmitted by HRD Korea and notified by POEA via contact numbers and website postings.
- Applicants can refuse employment once; a second refusal results in delisting from the EPS roster.
- Employment offers are valid only for two weeks from receipt; otherwise, automatically canceled.
Documentation and Deployment Procedures
- Accepted applicants undergo mandatory preliminary training covering Korean Language & Culture, Industrial Safety, EPS Orientation, and Pre-Departure Orientation.
- Training involves fees, with perfect attendance required for certification.
- Upon acceptance, labor contracts bearing employer seals are downloaded and signed.
- Employer applies for work permits; HRD Korea handles visa applications.
- Certificate of Confirmation for Visa Issuance (CCVI) valid for 3 months is transmitted to POEA.
- Workers must enter Korea within two months after CCVI issuance.
- POEA applies for the E-9 work visa upon submission of supporting documents including medical fitness certificate.
- Various fees are paid including POEA processing, OWWA contribution, Philhealth premium, and visa application fee.
Grounds and Effects of Labor Contract Cancellation
- Cancellation may occur due to visa processing delays by workers, withdrawal, employer financial or management issues, or concealment of prior negative immigration records.
- For employer-related cancellations, workers remain in the EPS roster and are introduced to new employers by HRD Korea.
- Delay-related cancellations can be remedied after one year subject to registration compliance.
- Withdrawal results in automatic deletion from the EPS roster.
Pre-Flight Briefing and Worker Processing upon Arrival
- POEA conducts pre-flight briefings focusing on travel procedures, assignments, and distribution of documents, tickets, uniforms, and IDs.
- Workers who miss scheduled flights face airline penalties.
- On arrival in Korea, workers undergo medical exams; failure results in immediate repatriation.
Responsibilities in Implementation of EPS
- Employment Branch manages registration, KLT facilitation, and profile completion.
- Information and Communications Technology Branch oversees database preparation and electronic submission using SPAS software.
- Government Placement Branch handles contract downloads, documentation, training coordination, visa facilitation, entry, and welfare coordination with POLO.
- Strict compliance with guidelines is mandated by POEA.