Government drops previous age and health restrictions, but Philippine Consulate General unsatisfied with employment conditions.
overseas Filipino workers
Non-resident workers from mainland China, Philippines, Vietnam, Indonesia and Myanmar were the most affected by employment dismissals.
Pousada Marina Infante and Grand Coloane Resort to take arrivals from Hong Kong and mainland China; Treasure and Regency Art hotels to host travellers from Taiwan and foreign countries.
From Monday, families with children under 12 or caring for a disabled member will be allowed to apply under new regulations.
Health Bureau accepting applications but only for fully vaccinated workers who will be looking after elderly, young children or seriously ill.
Potential employees must be double-jabbed and can only work in certain households; pilot scheme may open the door to foreign teachers in future.
Consulate says repatriation flights will continue as long as necessary; nearly 6,000 flown home since the start of the pandemic.