How to Get Your DMW PEOS Certificate Online (2026 Updated Guide)

Are you interested in working abroad? Before you submit your resume, make sure that you have taken the Pre-Employment Orientation Seminar (PEOS) from the Department of Migrant Workers (formerly the Philippine Overseas Employment Administration or POEA). This seminar is a pre-requisite for employment abroad and those who take it can acquire the PEOS certificate which can be used for job applications with a DMW-accredited recruitment agency.

In the past, the PEOS used to be conducted in POEA training centers all over the country. Aspiring overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) would spend precious time and money to go to POEA training centers just to take the PEOS. But with the help of the Internet, aspiring OFWs can now take the PEOS online in the comfort of their homes using their computer or smartphone.

Why Take the PEOS Online?

PEOS Online is managed by the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW), which took over all POEA functions when it was established in 2022. It provides easy and convenient access to information and training on overseas job applications and life as an OFW, and contains 8 learning modules that take about an hour in total to complete.

Each module consists of a short video narrated in Tagalog and/or a slideshow presentation. After watching the video or slideshow, you will need to answer the review questions. You must have at least 3 correct answers before you can proceed to the next module. Otherwise, you will be taken back to the lessons until you get the required correct answers.

So why do you need to take the PEOS? Aside from getting the PEOS certificate which can be used for overseas job applications and pre-employment processing with the DMW, PEOS will also tell you everything you need to know about working abroad. Through the PEOS learning modules, you will learn how and where to apply for jobs, how to avoid illegal recruiters, how to stay safe while working abroad, how to live life as an OFW, and many more.

With PEOS Online, you don’t have to go to a DMW office to take the PEOS. Just use a computer or smartphone with Internet access and you will have your PEOS certificate in less than an hour. PEOS Online is available to anyone, so you can still take it even if you have no immediate plans to work abroad. It’s full of information that’s not only relevant to aspiring OFWs, but also to Filipinos in general.

How to Register and Login to PEOS Online

In order to take the PEOS, you must first register to the DMW E-Registration System and get an E-Registration Number, which you will use to login to PEOS Online. If you don’t have a DMW account yet, visit this page to create an account for free. Read this article for the step-by-step guide on how to register to the DMW E-Registration System.

Once you have a DMW E-Registration Number, open your browser and go to the PEOS Online website at https://peos.dmw.gov.ph. If there’s a “Click here to continue” button, click it.

Access PEOS Online by providing your DMW login credentials:

1. E-Registration Number (get it from your DMW account)
2. Last Name
3. First Name
4. Choose your module type:
   • Professional / Skilled
   • Household Worker

Unless you’re planning to work as a domestic helper or worker, select the first option which is “Professional / Skilled.”

Click “Proceed” to access PEOS.

How to Take the PEOS Online

Now that you’ve logged in to PEOS Online, it’s time to take the Pre-Employment Orientation Seminar. The seminar contains 8 learning modules for Professional/Skilled and 7 learning modules for Household Worker.

Here’s the list of modules available in PEOS Online:

• Module 1: PRICEST – Contains general information about working abroad. PRICEST stands for physical mobility, relationships, income and expenses, career movement and job security, environment, skillset, and time.
• Module 2: Job Search – Contains information on where to apply for overseas jobs, what documents are required for job applications, and the importance of having an Overseas Employment Certificate (OEC).
• Module 3: Forewarned, Forearmed – Contains important information about illegal recruiters as well as the different forms of illegal recruitment.
• Module 4: Get the Prices Right! – Contains a list of pre-departure fees including government-mandated fees and placement fees.
• Module 5: Seal the Deal – Contains a list of the minimum provisions required in the overseas employment contract.
• Module 6: Get Country Cozy! – Learn how to familiarize yourself with the host country, including the climate, culture, lifestyle, religion, dress code, currency, and many more. This module will also teach you social media etiquette to avoid getting in trouble with employers and the authorities of the host country.
• Module 7: Staying Healthy and Keeping Safe – Contains information on the top health and security risks that OFWs regularly face.
• Module 8: DMW Cares – Contains a list of DMW regional offices and extension units.

Begin by selecting “Module 1 | PRICEST.”

Watch the video and/or slides. When you’re done watching, click the “Let’s review!” button to proceed to the review questions.

Each learning module has a short review or quiz composed of 5 questions. You will need to get at least 3 answers right to proceed to the next module. Don’t worry if you fail the review. You will be taken back to the lessons and you can retake the test until you pass it.

Click “Check Your Answer” to view the results.

If you pass the quiz, click the “Next” button to move on to the next module.

Continue with the rest of the learning modules and tests until you complete all of them. Once you’ve completed the PEOS Online, you can get a PEOS certificate.

Click “Print Certificate” to continue.

How to Get Your PEOS Certificate

You now have the option to print or download your PEOS certificate, which certifies that you have read and understood all the PEOS learning modules.

Click the Print button to generate your PEOS certificate which you can include in your pre-employment processing with the DMW.

To print the certificate, click the Print button on the upper-right corner of the screen (see the screenshot below) or press Ctrl + P on your keyboard. You can also save the PDF file to your computer or mobile device for future use.

That’s it! You now have successfully completed the DMW Pre-Employment Orientation Seminar and got your PEOS certification of completion. The next step is to apply for jobs abroad, ideally through a DMW-accredited and licensed recruitment agency. Beware of illegal recruiters and scammers, especially those found on social media sites.

What’s Next After PEOS?

Now that you have your PEOS certificate, the next step is to secure your OFW Pass (formerly called the Overseas Employment Certificate or OEC). You’ll need this before you can depart for your overseas job. The good news is that returning OFWs can now get their OFW Pass for free following a DMW policy change in 2023.

If you run into any problems with your PEOS registration or certificate, contact the DMW directly via the following:

• DMW Hotline: 1348 (free call from any landline or mobile in the Philippines)
• Alternative Hotlines: 8-722-1144 / 8-722-1155
• Website: dmw.gov.ph
• Email: [email protected]

Frequently Asked Questions

Parting Words

Getting a PEOS certificate is one of the easier boxes to check on your OFW pre-employment checklist. The whole online seminar runs under an hour, it costs nothing, and you can do it from your phone or computer. The harder part – finding a legitimate job, dealing with recruitment agencies, and getting your OFW Pass – comes after. The PEOS prepares you for what that process looks like, and what to watch out for along the way.

I’ll update this guide whenever the DMW makes changes to the PEOS process. If you find anything outdated or if you encounter a step that no longer matches what you’re seeing on the site, drop a comment below and I’ll look into it. Bookmark this page if you want a handy reference to come back to as you comply with the rest of your pre-employment requirements.