"No Appointment, No Entry" Policy and Use of the POEA Online Appointment System (POAS) for the Purpose

September 11, 2020POEA MEMORANDUM CIRCULAR NO. 021-20TO :All Concerned    SUBJECT :No Appointment, No Entry Policy and Use of the POEA Online Appointment System (POAS) for the Purpose A. RATIONALEIn view of the increasing threat of contaminating the workplace with COVID-19, a "No Appointment, No Entry" policy is hereby imposed upon all external clients/visitor, in the hopes of minimizing face-to-face transactions. To the greatest extent possible, all routine/regular/ordinary transactions should be conducted using the Agency's online systems. Those who could not avoid conducting face-to-face transactions are directed to use the POEA Online Appointment System (POAS) to secure an appointment prior to the day of visit. The resulting appointment slip serves as proof of permission for entry, subject to compliance to minimum health safety protocols.B. COVERAGEThis policy covers all external clients of the Agency and individuals whether private or holding public office, Philippine or foreign citizens, who are intending to visit POEA offices/premises, except for the following:1) Balik Manggagawa OFWs and/or those using the BM Online Appointment System;2) OFWs/Individuals using the Records Online Appointment System;3) Liaison Officers...