Steps on How To Apply for SSS Membership If You Are An OFW
HOW TO APPLY FOR SSS MEMBERSHIP FOR OFW – Here are the steps in registering to be a member of the Social Security System.
One of the ways to prepare for the unforeseen circumstances as well as the future is to maintain an updated membership to the Social Security System. More popularly called SSS, it has several offers that are exclusive for its members.
The Social Security System got several SSS loans and SSS benefits that attend to different needs. These can be excellent options for the members in times of calamity, unemployment, sickness, disability, and a lot more.
Most of the member populace of the state-run social insurance giant is composed of individuals who are locally-employed in the private sector. Meanwhile, it has also opened its membership for self-employed individuals, overseas Filipino workers, non-working spouse of SSS members, household helpers, and those who want a voluntary membership.
The steps and requirements in applying to be a member of the Social Security System may vary. Here is a guide on how to apply for SSS Membership for OFW:
Step 1 — Prepare the requirements.
Gather the requirements in applying to be a member of the Social Security System. Here are the documents needed:
- duly-accomplished and signed SSS Membership Application Form (SSS Form E-1)
- prepare an original and a photocopy of one (1) valid primary document such as the following:
- Birth Certificate
- Baptismal Certificate
- LTO Driver’s License
- Passport
- Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) Card
- Seaman’s Book
- In the absence of a valid primary document, you may submit original and photocopies of two (2) of the following secondary documents:
- Bank Account Passbook
- ATM card with the cardholder’s nam
- Birth or Baptismal Certificate
- Alien Certificate of Registration
- ATM card and certification from the issuing bank if the account number doesn’t bear the cardholder’s name
- Certificate from various authorities
- Certificate of Naturalization from the Bureau of Immigration
- Certificate of Licensure, Qualification Document, or Seafarer’s ID from the Maritime Industry Authority
- Company ID
- Company Representative Authorization Card issued by SSS
- Fisherman’s Card issued by the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources
- Credit Card
- GSIS Card or Certificate of Membership
- ID card issued by professional organizations recognized by the PRC
- Health or Medical Card
- Life Insurance Policy
- ID card issued by Local Government Units
- Marriage Contract
- NBI Clearance
- Pag-IBIG Member’s Data Form
- Membership card issued by private companies
- Overseas Workers Welfare Administration card
- PhilHealth Member’s Data Record
- School ID
- Police Clearance
- Postal ID
- Senior Citizen Card
- Seafarer’s Registration Certificate issued by the Philippine Overseas Employment Administration
- Tax Identification Number (TIN) Card
- Transcript of School Records
- Temporary License and Student Permit issued by the Land Transportation Office
- Voter’s Identification Card or Affidavit
Step 2 — Submit the documents.
Visit a branch of the Social Security System and submit your SSS Form E-1 which is intended for Personal Record. You must also submit the other requirements which are photocopies of your valid ID(s).
Step 3 — Wait for your SS number.
The Social Security System (SSS) will give you your SS number once you have been registered. In case you have an SS number before from your previous employment, the same SS number will be reactivated.
When paying for your monthly contributions, simply tick “OFW” as the payor type. You may also register to be an SSS member online.