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Hire Workers in Philippines

Looking to conquer the world of business without getting tangled up in international employment complexities?

Look no further than TCWGlobal! The best payrolling and global employer of record in Philippines.

No cultural barrier or legal obstacle will stand in your way with us by your side. We will tailor our services to fit your unique needs and help you shine no matter where you want to operate in the world.

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Fixed-Term Contracts

Fixed-term contracts are permitted, but are not common in the Philippines. They should be used only for highly educated Workers or highly technical positions.

Worker Classifications

A select set of employees (e.g. government, managerial, personal service providers, etc.) are exempt from working hour regulations.

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Probationary Periods

Probationary periods are allowed up to six months.

Holidays

Workers in the Philippines recognize 12 paid public holidays. Work performed on a public holiday is payable at 200%. There are three special holidays (Benigno S. Aquino Jr. Day, All Saints Day, and the last day of the year) which are unpaid holidays. If work is performed on a special holiday, it is payable at 130%.

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Vacation

Workers are entitled to service incentive leave (see "Unique Country Nuances") which can be used for vacation or sick leave. Workers that have paid three months of social security contributions in the preceding year and are ill for more than three days are entitled to 90% of wages, to be paid by the employer subject to reimbursable from the government.

Sick Leave

Workers are entitled to service incentive leave (see "Unique Country Nuances") which can be used for vacation or sick leave. Workers that have paid three months of social security contributions in the preceding year and are ill for more than three days are entitled to 90% of wages, to be paid by the employer subject to reimbursable from the government.

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Overtime

Any hours worked over the standard workday is considered overtime, payable at 125%.

Mandatory Bonuses

Home Development Mutual Fund (HDMF): national savings program that also offers shelter financing to its members. Social Security, Social Security Mandatory Provident Fund (SSS MPF): provides protection to its member and beneficiaries too. Members can avail sickness, maternity, loan, retirement/pension, disability, funeral and death benefits. Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PHIC): provides Filipinos with financial assistance and access to affordable health services.

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Employer of Record

Creating a worldwide workforce is a continuous process that extends beyond a contract.

TCWGlobal surpasses the typical employer of record (EOR) by ensuring that your team receives personalized attention, ranging from smooth payrolling management to customized benefits based on your specific needs and location.

  • Hire compliantly in 150 countries
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  • Remove the risk from your organization

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