Do I pay a placement fee to work in Greece?

No. With Bridge Recruiters the Greek employer covers the recruitment and processing costs. Filipino workers pay no placement fee, in line with Philippine DMW regulations for domestic workers.

How much can a Filipino worker earn in Greece?

Legal full-time employment starts at the Greek statutory gross minimum wage (around 920 euros per month in 2026, roughly 58,000–60,000 pesos), with live-in domestic and care roles typically including food and accommodation. Hospitality roles in peak season often pay more.

How long does the process take?

Typically 3–4 months from job matching to arrival in Greece. This includes the Greek metaklisi (sponsorship) approval, contract verification at the MWO, OEC issuance, medical exams, and the type-D visa appointment at the Greek Embassy in Manila.

How do I apply for jobs in Greece with Bridge Recruiters?

Email your CV to info@bridgerecruiters.com with your work experience, preferred role (hotel, domestic, caregiving), and available start date. Our Manila office (Pasig, Ortigas) will contact you for screening and interviews with verified Greek employers.

Work in Greece: Complete Guide for Filipino Workers (2026)

Q: What documents do I need to work in Greece from the Philippines?

You need a valid passport, a Standard Employment Contract (SEC) verified by the Migrant Workers Office (MWO, formerly POLO), an Overseas Employment Certificate (OEC) from the DMW, a medical certificate from a DOH-accredited clinic, NBI clearance, and a Greek national type-D visa issued by the Greek Embassy in Manila.

Q: How do I get an OEC for Greece?

The OEC (Overseas Employment Certificate) is issued by the DMW after your employment contract is verified by the Migrant Workers Office covering Greece. Bridge Recruiters processes the contract verification and OEC as part of the placement — workers pay no placement fee.

Updated June 2026 · Bridge Recruiters · Athens & Manila

Quick answer: To work in Greece as a Filipino, you need a Greek employer to sponsor you through the metaklisi process, a Standard Employment Contract (SEC) verified by the MWO (formerly POLO), an OEC from the DMW, a medical certificate, NBI clearance, and a Greek type-D visa. The process takes 3–4 months. Bridge Recruiters matches you with verified Greek employers — workers pay no placement fee.

What jobs are available in Greece for Filipinos?

Greece has a severe staff shortage — the government planned admission of 94,500 non-EU workers for 2026, and Filipino worker placements in Greece more than doubled in 2025 (6,286 vs 2,985 in 2024, per DMW deployment statistics). The roles most in demand:

Hotels & resorts: housekeeping / room attendants, front desk, concierge, kitchen helpers — especially on the islands (Crete, Rhodes, Mykonos, Santorini, Corfu) for the April–October season
Restaurants & bars: waiters, bartenders, cooks, kitchen staff
Domestic work: household assistants and housekeepers for private families (often live-in)
Caregiving: elderly care and companions, including dementia/Alzheimer's care — one of the most respected and stable roles for Filipino workers in Greece

Documents & requirements

Greece is not a "tourist visa first, find work later" country — legal employment requires employer sponsorship before you travel. The complete checklist:

Valid Philippine passport (at least 12 months validity)
Standard Employment Contract (SEC) — signed by your Greek employer and verified by the Migrant Workers Office (MWO) covering Greece (formerly POLO)
OEC (Overseas Employment Certificate) from the DMW (Department of Migrant Workers, formerly POEA) — your legal exit clearance
Medical certificate from a DOH-accredited clinic (physical exam, lab tests, vaccinations)
NBI clearance (clean criminal record)
Greek national visa (type D) — issued by the Greek Embassy in Manila after the Greek side approves your metaklisi (sponsorship)
After arrival: residence & work permit processed in Greece (your employer and agency handle this)

Official reference: dmw.gov.ph — and the Greek Embassy in Manila for visa appointments.

The process, step by step

Apply & screening — send your CV; we interview you and check references (Manila office: 29 Meralco Avenue, Pasig, Ortigas)
Employer interview — online interview with the verified Greek employer
Metaklisi approval — the employer files the sponsorship application in Greece (handled by Bridge Recruiters)
Documents (PH side) — SEC verification at MWO, medical exam, NBI clearance, OEC from DMW
Visa — type-D visa appointment at the Greek Embassy in Manila
Departure & arrival support — we assist with travel and integration; the residence/work permit is completed in Greece

Total timeline: 3–4 months from matching to arrival.

Salary & conditions

Legal full-time employment starts at the Greek statutory gross minimum wage — around €920/month in 2026 (roughly ₱58,000–₱60,000 at current exchange rates)
Live-in domestic and caregiving roles typically include food and accommodation, so most of the salary can be saved or remitted
Hospitality roles in peak season often pay above minimum, plus tips
Seasonal contracts run up to 9 months; permanent placements are also available
You are employed legally with Greek social insurance (EFKA) — healthcare coverage included

Why Greece?

Growing Filipino community, especially in Athens — churches, stores, and community groups
Safe, family-friendly EU country with a mild climate
Time difference with the Philippines is only 5–6 hours — easier to call home than from the Americas
EU labour protections and a clear legal pathway (metaklisi) designed for third-country workers

Frequently asked questions

What documents do I need to work in Greece from the Philippines?

Valid passport, SEC verified by the MWO (formerly POLO), OEC from the DMW, medical certificate from a DOH-accredited clinic, NBI clearance, and a Greek type-D visa.

How do I get an OEC for Greece?

The OEC is issued by the DMW after your employment contract is verified by the Migrant Workers Office covering Greece. We process the contract verification and OEC as part of your placement.

Do I pay a placement fee?

No. The Greek employer covers recruitment and processing costs. Workers pay no placement fee, in line with DMW regulations.

How much can I earn in Greece?

From the Greek gross minimum wage (~€920/month ≈ ₱58,000–₱60,000) upward, with live-in roles including food and accommodation. Hospitality pays more in peak season.

How long does it take?

Typically 3–4 months from job matching to arrival in Greece.

How do I apply?

Email your CV to info@bridgerecruiters.com with your experience, preferred role, and available start date.

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