Philippine Embassy in Singapore
The Philippine Embassy in Singapore serves approximately 200,000 Filipinos — one of the largest Filipino communities in Southeast Asia. Many work as domestic helpers, healthcare professionals, engineers, and in the maritime industry. The embassy provides full consular services including passport renewal, visa processing, and POLO-OWWA assistance.
Embassy Contact
- Address:
20 Nassim Road, Singapore 258395 - Phone:
+65 6737 3977 - Hours:
Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday - Sunday: Closed - Website:
singaporepe.dfa.gov.ph - Google Maps
POLO-OWWA Singapore
The POLO office at the embassy assists Filipino workers with:
- OEC processing and verification
- OWWA membership and claims
- Labour dispute mediation
- Employer blacklisting complaints
- Welfare services for domestic helpers
- Skills training and livelihood programmes
Domestic helpers: Singapore has specific employment laws for Foreign Domestic Workers (FDWs). The embassy assists with employer disputes and provides shelter for distressed workers.
Services
Filipino Community in Singapore
Key Facts
- ~200,000 Filipinos in Singapore
- Major hub for domestic helpers (FDWs)
- Growing number of nurses, engineers, IT professionals
- Active Filipino community at Lucky Plaza (Orchard Road)
- Filipino churches, schools, and community organisations
Employment Law for FDWs
- Minimum rest day: 1 per week (or compensation in lieu)
- Employer must provide accommodation and food
- Medical insurance required by employer
- Security bond of SGD 5,000 by employer
- Ministry of Manpower (MOM) handles disputes
FAQ
20 Nassim Road, Singapore 258395. Near Orchard Road. Nearest MRT: Orchard or Newton station. Phone: +65 6737 3977.
Regular hours are Monday-Friday only. However, the embassy occasionally holds special Saturday passport renewal drives for domestic helpers on their day off. Check the embassy website for announcements.