Visa Stamping in the Philippines: Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Visa Stamping in the Philippines: Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

UPDATED: June 14, 2018


Note:

All entry visas for family visit purposes will be granted inside the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to the persons who have kinship or blood relations with the visa applicant and will be issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs or by one of its two branches,  after filling-out of electronic visa application form through the Ministry's electronic website : https://visa.mofa.gov.sa

My husband works in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and we filed for a Family Visit Visa.

Requirements:

1. Family visit slip with number and date of issuance of the visa.

2. Marriage contract with regards to wife or birth certificates of children, authenticated by the Philippine Department of Foreign Affairs.

Here's my experience:

1. My husband filled out the electronic visa application form through the Ministry's electronic website : https://visa.mofa.gov.sa

2. I ordered a copy of my marriage certificate online from NSO.

Here is the link http://nsohelpline.ph/order-now

3. I called DFA Authentication Express' hotline number (02) 559-1111 and told them that I wanted my marriage certificate to be authenticated (red ribbon).

4. They sent me an e-mail with the instructions. They gave me an address and I sent them my marriage certificate from NSO. I used LBC express.

5. After a few days, they sent me back my marriage certificate and it was already authenticated. Mine was delayed for a day or two. Don't hesitate to get in touch with them thru e-mail. I made a follow up and they answered politely and everything went smoothly.

6.  My husband sent me a copy of the approved visa. He sent it thru e-mail. I just printed it out.

7. I contacted my agent for visa stamping. (The aforementioned requirements will be submitted to the Embassy through one of the accredited recruitment agencies listed in the Embassy's website.) We scheduled a meeting.

I brought:

a. my passport
b. my authenticated marriage certificate
c. a copy of my approved visa

My agent told me that my authenticated marriage certificate must be stamped first.

Everything went smoothly. My agent called me after 5 days and told me that I already have my visa.


At the airport, just bring the ff:

a. passport with visa
b. authenticated MC
c. round trip ticket

That's it! Easy breezy.

If you need an agent for visa stamping, feel free to shoot me message. God bless! :)

UPDATED: June 14, 2018

Hi, everyone! 

First of all, I’d like to apologize for missing and overlooking you private messages, e-mails, and even some of your comments.

I reached out to my former agent who helped me with my papers 2 years ago. I asked for permission to post her contact details online because I’m getting a lot of messages from you guys. Of course, deep in my heart, I really want to help all of you. And hurray! She gave me a go signal! :)

If you have any questions about visa stamping, fees, etc., go ahead and contact her. 

Agent Name: Dianne Blanco

Email address: djz_blanco@yahoo.com.ph 

Mobile number: 

Smart: +63999-993-5740

Globe: +639178574998

Landline PLDT: 4259811

P.S.

Click those ads for me please hahaha 🤣 

Cheers!

The Best Home-Based Job in the Philippines for 2016: Calling Call Center Agents and Team Leaders! (PHOTOS and VIDEOS available)

There's a lot of reasons why you're looking for an online job right now.

1. You're a mom. You want to spend more time with your kids while earning at the same time.

2. You tried so many options. You tried different online jobs, you're not satisfied with the salary, or sad to say, you hate the management. (Boo!)

3. You have a small business, but you need to earn more.

4. Isa kang dakilang call center agent na sawang sawa na mag tawag, murahin ng mga customers, laitin at i-bully ng mga katrabaho mo at gawing robot ng management.

5. Isa kang call center agent na kumikita nga ng maayos pero pamasahe, pagkain, at tax pa lang, ubos na. Matagal pa ang cut off, pero critical wallet day agad.

6. Pauwi ka palang pero yung mga normal na tao na kasabay mo sa jeep or FX, fresh na fresh at amoy bagong ligo. Tapos ikaw, super haggard na. Vampire mode: ON.

7. You believe in yourself. You know you can do more. You know you are good. You know your capabilities and you know what you can do. In the middle of a traffic jam, masasabi mo nalang, "Ugh. I don't deserve this."

8. You have credentials. You have a degree. You're employed, but then you sometimes ask yourself, "Ito na ba yung sahod na pinaghirapan ko?" :(

9. People judge you. They don't believe in you. You wan't to prove yourself.

10. You heard na you can earn more than a typical office worker.

11. DISPUTES. (Oh well.)

These are some of the reasons why you're reading this right now. If you have other reasons, please let me know and I'll be more than happy to include it here (with your name!) :P

For now, I will try to help you find the best online job in the Philippines.

Bizmates.

(Hey! Continue reading! Online teaching is fun and easy! Way too far from those irate customers. Give me chance! Lol)

I'm sure you can see their ads everywhere. You know why? Aside from being number 1 online school in Japan, it is also number 1 here in the Philippines and they have the highest offer compared to other famous online English language schools like Rarejob or 51 Talk.

Bizmates is hiring right now and they need a lot of English trainers. The number of students are extremely growing that's why there's a huge chance for you to get hired. A job opportunity truly awaits you.

Call center agents be like:

"I'm tired of pleasing my customers. Pagod na akong magsalita ng walang hinto at hinga lang ang pahinga. Ayaw ko na ng may kausap." :(

Watch this video and I'm sure it will change your mind.

The Bizmates Experience

Now, do you have an internet connection at home? It's now time to maximize it. Not just YouTube-ing and Facebook-ing. If none, go ahead and save a few bucks and coordinate with your desired service provider.

Here are the requirements:

1. Excellent written and verbal English communication skills

2. If undergraduate, must have at least 3 years of work experience in the relevant field

3. Preferably with a Bachelor’s/Associate’s Degree from a reputable college or university

4. Basic computer skills and above-average Skype skills

5. Overseas work or study-abroad experience, Japanese language skills, management experience, availability on Sundays, BPO experience are a plus

6. Available to teach at least 10 hours per week

7. At least 23 years old


You need to be patient. That's the first key. Trust me, everything will be worth it.

• Your future Japanese students are the most polite people you'll ever meet on earth.
• Your can earn like a supervisor (TL) or you can even earn more.
• You will have a flexible schedule.
• You can eat anytime.
• You can pee anytime.
• You can smoke anytime.
• No more quick break.
• In short, you're not a robot anymore.
• You will have more time with your family.
• Wake up and your station is just a minute away from you.
• Very comfortable
• You will enjoy and learn at the same time 
• You can control your salary.
• No more disputes
• Christmas and New Year? You're free!
• Big catch? The management will treat you as family.

It's now or never! Lol

Bizmates is hiring and I hope this is the right time for you to try it. Sabi nga nila, "Walang masama kung susubukan."

I'm sure you'll thank God soon. Well, He just sent you an angel. (ehem!)

I will do my best to help you get this wonderful home-based job. Post a comment or shoot me a message anytime.


Hiring Call Center Agents.

Photo credits: The Call Center Show, instagram.com, memeful.com

Click HERE to apply.

God bless you!

5 Best Franchise Businesses in the Philippines 2015

Franchising is one of the easiest and most profitable way to become a successful entrepreneur. Sometimes, you are thinking, being a successful businessman or entrepreneur is really hard. Do you really need to take up a business course? Do you really need to be professional? No. Being a successful entreprenuer takes a lot of hard work and patience. If you are determined and hard-working, I am assuring you, you will be successful.

Dreaming of one day owning your own business? Here are some best tips for you. Let me give you

The 5 Best Franchise Businesses in the Philippines:

1. Convenience Store

Everyone knows 7-Eleven and Ministop. I sometimes even call 7-Eleven as "my life saver". Everyone loves convenience stores, especially busy people in the city. This type of franchise is definitely a hit in prime and business places in our country. And honestly, this is my dream business before. If you are interested and you have plans franchising one, here, let me help you.

As of 2015, 7-Eleven is the country’s biggest convenience store chain with over 700 stores. With a broad offering of everyday grocery items, fast food, telecom, bills payment and banking kiosk services, 7-Eleven has been awarded numerous times by the Philippine Franchise Association, as well as Entrepreneur Philippines. 7-Eleven has won titles such as Best Foreign Franchise, Fastest Growing Franchise, Best in Franchise Support, Marketing Campaign of the Year, and Hall of Fame International Master Franchise award.

For Franchise: You can call  (02) 726-9968, 0920-9508651, 0917-8711686 or email franchising@7-eleven.com.ph

2. Fast Food Franchise

Who doesn't love Mcdonald's and Jollibee?! Fast food restaurants are very convenient to busy people. Franchising a famous fast food restaurant is really expensive but I am assuring you, being successful in this kind of franchise is really possible. The chance of success is really high.

Here are some famous and successful fast food restaurants in the Philippines:



Jollibee is the number one fast food chain in the Philippines. The requirements to franchise Jollibee are on their official website and the cost to franchise Jollibee is around 15 million pesos to 30 million pesos (USD 266,445.00 to USD 532,890.00) depending on the site. For franchise, you can go HERE



Mc Donald’s 
Franchising Mc Donald’s in the Philippines? The cost of investment ranges from 25 to 35 million pesos depending on the size of the site, building, location and land cost. The complete requirements to franchise Mc Donald’s in the Philippines. Go HERE




KFC - There are over 13,000 KFC outlets in more than 80 countries and territories around the world. KFC has strict franchise requirements. The minimum financial requirement to open a KFC in the US is $ 1.5 million net worth and $750,000 in liquid assets. If you live outside the US and wants to franchise for KFC, go HERE



Chowking - To franchise Chowking, one must have a good moral character and posses an enthusiastic entrepreneurial business skills, financially stable and capable. Franchise investment requirement costs from P9M to P12M, depending on the size of the store.

For more information regarding the Chowking franchise, you may contact them through any of their contact details listed below:
Website: www.chowking.com
Email: franchise@chowking.com, lovely.abayari@chowking.com
Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/chowkingph
Twitter: twitter.com/Ilovechowking
Phone No.: (02)635-8888 loc. 324, (02)634-1111 loc. 5273
Fax No.: (02)634-1182

Goldilocks - To franchise Goldilocks fast food resto, the initial franchise fee costs 1.2 million pesos exclusive of VAT while the franchise investment cost ranges from 10 – 13 million pesos depending on the site and location. The complete franchise requirements are listed HERE

3. Food Cart Franchise

If you cannot afford a fast food franchise because it is really expensive (thousands of dollars, millions of pesos), yet you still want to franchise on the food industry, then you should have a food cart franchise. This industry is continuously doing a vivid impression in the world of business because of the great popularity it has achieved. You can get a franchise business for as low as 20,000 pesos. This is not just a popular business but surely a successful one. Be successful and popular in malls, schools and even in busy streets.

   

Pinoy Pao Express Inc. Since 1992! 

• In partnership with San Miguel Corp.
• No Royalty Fee
• No Quota
• 3 years franchise contract included
•  Free seminar for the owner/management & crew training (both may attend as needed)
• Free E-loading business via Load Central (all networks)
• One-time Investment, Lifetime Benefits
• Bonus Non-traditional Business with 8 Ways To Earn (Potential income: 50k to 70k++ per month)
• ROI possible within 2-3 weeks or less
• Start your own business NoW!

You can also choose from different successful food carts like Jack's, Emperor's Siomai, O'Noodle, Red Bowl, Burgeroo and more. 

For franchise, you can call or email: Food Cart Franchise Philippines

Facebook Page: Food Cart Franchise Philippines

or

Ms. Marie Jakielyn Gelvosa Telephone numbers: +639163058447 +639175716099 Email: mjakelyn.gelvosa@gmail.com Or just go here:FoodCart Franchising/Business/Negosyo

4. Water Refilling Station 

You know that water is very important to us. It is very essential. Thus, it can also be a good franchise business that you can have. There's a lot of water refill franchise available but you have to be very careful in screening. The best way of processing, the safer and cleanest way, the better.

Alkaline Water - Low investment, Packages start at Php 80,000.00 
Aquabest - you can go to Aquabest Franchise
And here is Water Refilling Station Business (No Franchise Fee)Click Here For Franchise

5. Cafe or Coffee Shop

“Even bad coffee is better than no coffee at all.” – David Lynch


Almost everyone loves coffee. Coffee shop is also a popular place in the Philippines. Although the products sometimes don’t come cheap, consumers still love going to popular coffee shops because of the relaxing atmosphere and homey ambiance. Filipinos love to chat and hangout with friends and family over a cup of coffee. Me, myself is a huge fan of coffee. This kind of franchise needs a huge amount of money as well but if you have what it takes and you are a coffee lover and a fan of coffee shops, then go for it.




Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf - The investment required to open a Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf Franchise is between $3,000,000-$5,000,000 You gan go to their website for franchise. Here -> The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf Website

Starbucks - It has 20,900 (or more) branches worldwide.  If you wanna acquire a Starbucks outlet in the Philippines, you have to negotiate with them. Buying an outlet may range from $300,000 to $400,000 and you have to sign and comply a memorandum of understanding with them. Too expensive? There are other coffee shops that are not as famous as Coffee Bean and Starbucks but people love them as well. Why don't you learn more about them. Maybe you'll be the one who will make it as famous as the first two.




Cafe de France -one of the finest cafe’s in the south, with Main Branch located in Lapu Lapu City, Cebu, is now open for franchise.

Initial Term:
5 years, renewable
Total initial Investment: Pesos 2.5 M estimated
Royalty: 3 per cent of gross sales
Continuing Service Fee: 2 per cent of gross sales
Local Store Marketing: 1 per cent of gross sales
Required space: minimum 150 square meter. (Location must be available upon signing of Franchise agreement)

Estimated pre-opening expenses: 

Franchise Fee: P 300,000.00
Renovation, estimated: P 895,000.00
Equipment & Utensils, estimated: P 1,170,000.00
Initial Stocks: P 50,000.00
 Allowance and transportation for training: P 30,000.00
 Licensing, estimated: P 10,000.00
 Grand Opening marketing: P 25,000.00
Total: P 2,480,000.00 (pesos)

RK Franchise Consultancy Ground Floor Minnesota Mansion, 267 Ermin Garcia, Cubao, Quezon City Phones:  (02) 912-2946, 955-0734, Fax: (02) 912-2973 Nationwide Tollfree: 1800-10-88888RK Email: rk@rkfranchise.com




Cafe de Seoul
This cafe is Korean-themed made for students in the area. This is for students who love to have study groups, solo reviewing or just plain chilling out.
Tel. No. 46-8038, 0917-870-2004.






Good luck to you, future entrepreneur! Just a friendly tip: Always remember that God is with you. Always have faith in Him and I am assuring you, you will be successful in your chosen business. Soar high. Make a a choice and start making a difference! :)

Top Jobs for Filipinos Abroad

Top Jobs Abroad for Filipino OFWs: 

I could not find data past 2012, but I am guessing that the most in-demand jobs abroad for Filipino OFWs haven't changed by much.

This is the amount of jobs that Filipino OFWs were hired for in ONE YEAR:
Jobs for Filipinos Abroad 
#1. Household Service Workers (55,000 Filipino OFWs hired abroad)
Jobs for Filipinos Abroad 
#2. Nursing Professionals (15,000 Filipino OFWs hired abroad)
Jobs for Filipinos Abroad 
#3. Waiters, Waitresses and Bartenders (14,000 Filipino OFWs hired abroad)
Jobs for Filipino OFW: 
#4. Caregivers and Caretakers (10,000 Filipino OFWs hired abroad)
Jobs for Filipino OFW 
#5. Electrical Workers (15,000 Filipino OFWs hired abroad)
Jobs for Filipino OFW 
#6. Plumbers and Pipe Fitters (10,000 Filipino OFWs hired overseas)
Filipino Jobs Abroad 
#7. Welders and Flame-Cutters (10,000 Filipino OFWs hired overseas)
Filipino Jobs Abroad 
#8. General Laborers (9,000 Filipino OFWs hired overseas)
Money sent to the Philippines from: 
#9.Cleaners and related workers (8,000 Filipino OFWs hired overseas)
Money sent to the Philippines from: 
#10. Cooks and related workers (6,000 Filipino OFWs hired overseas)

The top 7 occupational groups for Filipino OFW abroad were:

1. Professional, Technical and Related Worker
2. Administrative and Managerial Workers
3. Clerical Workers
4. Sales Workers
5. Service Workers
6. Agricultural Workers
7. Production Workers

These are some interesting trends, particularly for our government, our citizens looking to work overseas, as well as the many industries that support OFWs including banks, remittance companies, immigration agencies and more.   Sources: The Philippine Overseas Employment Administration (POEA),  Inquirer website, GMA News Online, Country Migration Report (CMR) of the International Organization for Migration (IOM) Business World Online.