General FAQ
Common questions about Cirrus, the Candidate Portal, and overseas work.
Common questions about Cirrus, the Candidate Portal, and overseas work.
Is this real?Yes. Cirrus is a real recruitment company that helps Filipino workers find jobs in Australia, New Zealand, and other countries. We work with employers who have proper visas and contracts.
Is it free for me?Yes. Using the portal is free for candidates. There is no fee to create an account, apply for a job, take assessments, or use the tools available in the portal.
However, candidates may need to pay for certain personal or government-required expenses, such as passport application or renewal, NBI Clearance, medical examinations, skills assessments, English testing (IELTS or PTE), or other requirements related to their application. These costs are not portal fees and may vary depending on the destination country and employer requirements.
Will I be charged a "placement fee"?Placement fee policies depend on the destination country, employer, and applicable regulations of the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW).
Cirrus only collects placement fees when permitted by DMW regulations. If a placement fee is applicable to your job opportunity, the details will be clearly stated in your Recruitment Service Agreement (RSA) and explained to you before any payment is requested.
If anyone asks you to pay a fee that is not reflected in your Recruitment Service Agreement or official company communications, please contact Cirrus immediately for verification.
Who can apply?Any Filipino worker can create an account. Different jobs have different requirements (skills, experience, English level, age, sometimes gender for certain jobs). The portal will tell you which jobs you qualify for.
How long does it take to get an overseas job?It varies a lot. Some candidates get their first interview within weeks. The full process from "apply" to "fly" is usually 3 to 9 months because of visa and document checks. Be patient — it is worth it.
What countries can I work in?Today the portal mostly lists jobs in Australia and New Zealand. Other countries may be added over time.
What jobs are available?A wide range — trades (carpenters, welders, electricians), drivers, hospitality, healthcare, agriculture, and more. Open the Applications page and tap Browse jobs to see what is open right now.
Will I have to pay anything along the way?You may need to pay for certain personal, government, or third-party requirements during your application process. These may include:
- Passport application or renewal
- NBI Clearance
- Medical examinations
- Skills assessments
- English language testing (if required)
- Pocket money for travel and initial settlement expenses
Some costs may be reimbursed or covered by employers depending on the job offer and destination country.
Any placement fee, if applicable, will be governed by your Recruitment Service Agreement and must comply with DMW regulations.
What about my data and privacy?Your data is stored securely. Only Cirrus staff and the employers you apply to can see your details. You can ask for your data to be deleted at any time.
Can I have more than one account?No. One person, one account. If you have signed up twice by mistake, contact support to merge them.
Can I cancel an application?Yes. Open the application and tap Withdraw. You can apply to other jobs at any time.
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