If you are an Overseas Filipino Worker in Saudi Arabia or have a family member who are, this is the list of SSS Branches and Contact Information in Saudi Arabia and other related information regarding OFW Membership.
SSS Branches and Contact Information in Saudi Arabia
1. AL KHOBAR
Address: PHILIPPINE OVERSEAS LABOR OFFICE GROUND FLOOR, GULF CENTER BLDG., AL KHOBAR KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA
Contact Numbers: Tel No. (9665) 5890-3597
Foreign Representative: JOHN L. SIBBALUCA
Email Address: alkhobar@sss.gov.ph
2. JEDDAH
Address: PHILIPPINE CONSULATE GENERAL, 4663 AL FAJER ST., AL REHAB DISTRICT 3 P.O. BOX 4794 JEDDAH, KSA
Contact Numbers: Tel No. (9662) 6670925
Foreign Representative: MICHAEL DG. INGAL
Email Address: jeddah@sss.gov.ph
3. RIYADH
Address: EMBASSY OF THE PHILIPPINES SITE D4, COLLECTOR ROAD C, DIPLOMATIC QUARTERS, RIYADH 11693, KSA, P.O. BOX 94366
Contact Numbers: Tel No. (9665) 54782440
Foreign Representative: DANILO Q CALAPE
Email Address: riyadh@sss.gov.ph
Here is the full list of SSS Foreign Branches. To contact SSS in Saudi via the 1-800 International Toll-Free Call Services, dial 800-863-0022. Or you may email your SSS concerns to ofw.relations@sss.gov.ph.
Services Offered in SSS Offices in Saudi Arabia
- Registration and issuance of new SSS numbers for members in the regular and Flexi Fund programs
- Verification of previously issued SSS number
- Verification of SSS Contributions Summary
- Verification of loans previously availed(short-term and housing loans)
- Assisting members in the proper accomplishment of registration and payment forms
- Receiving and screening of SSS Loan applications(Salary Loans)
- Receiving of requests for data amendment
- Receiving and screening of SSS Claim applications(Sickness, Maternity, Disability, Death, Retirement and Funeral claims)
- Forwarding of requests from members pertaining to the disposition of their SSS checks
- Conduct of information dissemination to OFWs in their respective place of work by appointment and with proper coordination with the Philippine Embassy
- Receive applications for the Unified Multi-Purpose ID
How to Register as an SSS Overseas Filipino Worker (OFW)
The SSS OFW coverage covers all OFWs not over 60 years old, whether previously a member or not. The coverage of an OFW takes effect upon payment of the first monthly contribution as an OFW.
If you do not have yet an SSS Number and you are already abroad, you can register for an SSS Number online. Just choose the Overseas Filipino Worker (OFW) as your purpose and supply the Country you are working and your Monthly Salary. Just submit your supporting documents when you have time visiting the SSS Branch near you.
Related Article: How to Apply for an SSS Number Online?
To register, the member will just visit the SSS office and secure an Overseas Worker Record Form (SSS Form OW-1). Fill out the form and submit with any of the following documents: Birth Certificate, Baptismal Certificate, Passport, Driver’s license, PRC Card, Seaman’s Book.
How much is my Monthly Contribution as an SSS OFW Member?
The Basis of the monthly contributions will be monthly earnings declared at the time of registration, computed in Philippine pesos.
How and Where to Pay SSS Contributions and SSS Loan in Saudi
SSS members in Saudi may pay their SSS contributions and loan amortizations through any of the following accredited banks and its foreign tie-ups in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia:
- Telemoney Center – PNB and RCBC
- Tahweel Al Rajhin – BDO
- Enjaz Remittance – AUB and ABS-CBN
- Skyfreight (Ventaja International) – Online payment outlet
Can I increase/decrease the amount of my monthly contribution?
Yes, just make sure that it will not be less than 550php and not increase to more than 2 step from the Contributions Table.
SSS BENEFITS and LOAN PRIVILEGES
OFWs are entitled to various benefits and loan privileges, provided qualifying conditions for entitlement are met. To ensure higher benefits and privileges you can continue to pay your monthly contributions until you reach the age of 60 or 65 years old.
BENEFITS
- Sickness
- Maternity(for female members only)
- Retirement
- Disability(partial or total)
- Death
- Funeral
LOANS
- Salary Loan
- Housing Loan
- House Repair & Improvement
- Business Loans
To ensure higher benefits and privileges from the SSS, pay the maximum monthly contributions continuously until you reach your retirement age of either 60 or 65 years old.
How to Monitor if my SSS Contribution and Loan Payment is being credited to my account when I am abroad?
You can regularly monitor your SSS Account and Membership by registering to the SSS Online Account Online and check your Actual Premiums and Loan balance.
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- How to Create an SSS Online Account Online
- How to reset locked SSS Online Account
- How to Check my SSS Contributions Online
- How to Check my Outstanding SSS Loan Balance and Payment
- How to Apply for Loan Restructuring Program if I am an OFW?
My husband sss id o umid id is lost his bag is snatched by badoo at riyadh .. Can he request a new sss id in your branch? What are the requirements he will needed?
Sir nay i know how mych my contribution now. Thank you
Sir mgkno po b ang dpat ko ihulog n contubiton ko.bilang ofw. At puede po b mg bayad ng contribution ko true gcash.