Planning Your Move to the U.S.? Don’t Miss These CFO-PDOS Requirements for U.S. Immigrant Visa Holders

If you're preparing to work and build a new life in the United States, one of the steps you must complete as a Filipino U.S. immigrant visa holder is securing and attending the Pre-Departure Orientation Seminar (PDOS) conducted by the Commission on Filipinos Overseas (CFO). This mandatory seminar is a crucial part of the migration process and is designed to prepare you for the realities of living and working in a new country. It equips participants with both practical knowledge and the emotional readiness needed to adapt to life abroad. Ultimately, PDOS aims to help Filipino workers migrate in a safe, legal, and well-informed manner.

During the seminar, you’ll gain essential information about working and settling in a foreign country—specifically, insights into American work culture, employment laws, workers’ rights, and responsibilities. The orientation also covers vital safety information to help you avoid illegal recruitment, labor exploitation, scams, and human trafficking. Participants are introduced to trusted organizations they can turn to for assistance while abroad. Beyond the legal and practical aspects, PDOS also addresses the emotional and social challenges of working overseas, including managing long-distance family relationships and adjusting to a new cultural environment.

Now that you understand the value of PDOS, make sure to prepare these required documents to ensure a smooth seminar experience and a hassle-free migration process:

Original Valid Passport. Your original valid passport is needed during PDOS to verify your identity and confirm your eligibility to travel and work in the U.S. It also serves as the primary document for matching your visa details with official records and is required for the issuance of your CFO certificate or sticker, a necessary document for departure.

Original Valid Immigrant Visa and Photocopy of Visa or Immigration Documents. Bring your original immigrant visa along with a photocopy to validate your legal status as an immigrant worker. These documents allow the CFO to record your information accurately and confirm your eligibility to live and work in the U.S. Having both originals and copies helps avoid processing delays.

Completed CFO Online Registration Form. Your completed online registration form confirms your enrollment in the PDOS. It streamlines your check-in process and ensures your data is properly recorded for the issuance of your CFO clearance—an essential requirement for departing the country.

Government-Issued ID with Photo. A valid government-issued photo ID helps further verify your identity and supports a secure registration process. It acts as an additional safeguard to ensure that only legitimate visa holders attend the seminar.

If you’re eager to learn more about preparing to work in the U.S. or exploring opportunities in the land of opportunity, you’re in luck! Join us this Friday at 4 PM for an exclusive Facebook Live session with our recruiters for our trusted U.S. partner, Epic International Staffing. Tune in to USRN Terms for Beginners FB Live and be sure to click “Going” so you’ll get notified the moment we go live. Don’t miss this chance to get insider tips and ask your questions in real time!

For any questions or concerns, feel free to reach out to Toni Buan at +63917-704 2150. You can also submit your updated CVs at bit.ly/AbbaEpicNurse or tinyurl.com/AbbaEpicNurse. Start making your U.S. dreams into reality by applying NOW.

Check out the newest job opportunities available at Epic International Staffing by exploring the listings below:

QUALIFICATIONS

• Non-NCLEX and/or non-IELTS passers are welcome to apply

• RNs with Authorization to Test for NCLEX are accepted

• At least 1 year of post-license experience in the adult care area of a tertiary hospital with at least 50-100 beds and current hospital experience (must be currently working)

AVAILABLE AREAS

✔ Medical

✔ Surgical

✔ ICU

✔ Telemetry

✔ Progressive Care Unit

✔ High Dependency Unit

✔ Stepdown Unit

✔ Rehabilitation

*For specific vacancies

• NICU, PICU, L&D, and Pedia Nurses must be an NCLEX passer and is currently employed in a hospital with at least 100 bed capacity

• For Psychiatric and Hemodialysis nurses, as long as NCLEX passer, you are also welcome to apply

• ER, OR, and ICU Nurses must be from a hospital with at least 150 bed capacity

SALARY & BENEFITS

• Competitive starting salary ranging from 30 - 40USD per hour

• Green Card sponsorship to spouse and unmarried children below 21 yrs. old

• Dedicated Career Path Coordinator

• Free NCLEX review program*

• NCLEX exam reimbursement

• IELTS review and exam reimbursement

• Visa Screen fee and processing assistance

• Medical exam reimbursement

• Immigrant visa processing

• Life and health insurances

• Paid clinical and cultural transition

• Free Airfare

• Driver’s education

• Car loan provision

• Accommodation upon arrival

• 4,000USD start-up advance

• No placement or processing fee

EMPLOYER DESCRIPTION

💡 unlimited number of E.B.-3 USRN job vacancies in esteemed hospitals and institutions.

💡 our longtime U.S. client, Vintage Health Resources, has transitioned to a bigger healthcare organization, Epic International Staffing.

💡 pioneer in healthcare staffing with over 3 decades of experience and Joint Commission-certified.

💡 has an excellent track record when it comes to managing the long and complex U.S. nurse application process.

💡 one of the few agencies that have weathered the E.B.-3 visa retrogression, rising immigration issues, and the changing professional and personal lives of its applicants.

💡 over 1,000 Philippine healthcare workers placed in various U.S. states.

GOT A QUESTION?

Contact Toni through +63917-704 2150

ABBA Personnel Services Inc.

Upper Ground Floor 01 / 02 Pioneer Highlands

Pioneer St. near cor. EDSA

Mandaluyong City 1550 Philippines

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