Every year, thousands of Filipinos fall victim to illegal recruitment. Before trusting any agency with your overseas employment, learn how to protect yourself.
Red Flags to Watch For:
1. They demand large upfront fees.
Legitimate agencies like Philcango follow DMW-regulated fee structures. If an agency asks for hundreds of thousands of pesos before you even have a job offer, walk away.
2. They guarantee a specific job or salary.
No agency can guarantee a position. Ethical recruiters present you to employers — the employer decides. Promises that sound too good are usually scams.
3. They have no physical office.
Licensed agencies have registered offices. Philcango operates from SKK Bldg., Sen. Gil Puyat Ave., Pasay City, with branch offices in Tuguegarao, General Santos, Koronadal, and Davao.
4. They can’t show a valid DMW license.
Always ask for the agency’s DMW license number. You can verify it on the official DMW website.
5. They recruit through social media only.
While social media is a valid marketing tool, the actual recruitment process should happen through proper channels with documentation.
How to Verify an Agency:
Visit the DMW website and search for the agency name. Licensed agencies like Philcango International Recruitment Services, Inc. are listed in the official registry.
Your safety comes first. If something feels wrong, report it to DMW. For legitimate overseas employment assistance, contact Philcango — we’ve been a trusted, licensed agency since 1992.
[Internal links to include:]
- “contact Philcango” → /contact/
- “branch offices” → /contact/