





First-time jobseekers will be exempted from paying government fees and charges on documents needed for job application under a new law First-time Jobseekers Assistance Act (RA 11261) signed by President Duterte.Under the law, individuals who seek employmentwill be able to secure identification documents and clearances issued by the government for free.1. Police clearance certificate2. National Bureau of Investigation clearance3. Barangay clearance4. Medical certificate from a public hospital5. Birth certificate6. Marriage certificate7. Transcript of academic records issued by state colleges and universities8. Tax Identification Number (TIN)9. Unified Multi-Purpose ID (UMID) card10. Other documentary requirements issued by the government that may be required by employers for job applicantsThe law takes effect 15 days after publication in the Official Gazette or a newspaper.Source: Senate.gov.ph