Philippines Market

Philippines an Overview

The Philippines, an island nation in southeast Asia. The country is a popular hiring destination for companies looking to hire its strong number of skilled workforce and English language skills. The country is a great talent hub for companies looking to serve clients in the Asia-Pacific time zone or tap into regional markets.

At a Glance

Currency PHP
Public holidays 18 (based on region)
Language Filipino, English
Payroll frequency Bimonthly, monthly
Payroll frequency Bimonthly, monthly
13th/14th salary

Additional Information

In the Philippines, regular working hours are set at 8 hours per day, totaling 40 hours per week, typically from Monday to Friday.

Employees in the Philippines get a 13th-month salary, which must be paid before December 24 each year. The 13th-month salary should not be confused with an optional Christmas bonus that some employers choose to offer.

Employees get five days of paid leave per year after completing one year of service. This is called the “service incentive leave” and can be taken as holiday or sick leave.