Philippines maintains alert levels for Filipinos in Israel, Iran amid conflict

The Philippines' security alert levels for Filipinos in Israel and Iran remained unchanged even after the US and Israel's air strikes against Iran, and the latter's retaliatory attacks on the two countries' allies in the Middle East.

The US and Israel on Saturday attacked Iran, which they accused of developing nuclear weapons to be used against their countries.

In a statement, the Department of Foreign Affairs said its policy is based on the assessment of its diplomats overseeing Iran, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Gaza, the West Bank, Lebanon, Syria, and Yemen.

Iran and Israel remained at alert level 2, meaning Filipinos in the two countries are advised to shelter in place and avoid high-risk areas. Those planning to travel to the affected country are urged to exercise increased caution due to heightened security risks. The concerned post activates its contingency plan.

Israel has been on alert level since June 2025; Iran, July 2025.

"Our posts remain on the ground and vigilant. The crisis alert levels for concerned countries in the Middle East remain unchanged," the DFA said.

Its diplomatic posts, the DFA added, have actively monitored the situation over the past 72 hours to ascertain the status of Filipinos in their respective jurisdictions.

The alert levels for the following areas are as follows:

• Jordan - Level 1
• Iran - Level 2
• Israel - Level  2
• West Bank - Level 2
• Kurdistan - Level 2,
• Iraq - Level 3
• Lebanon - Level 3
• Gaza - Level 4
• Syria - Level 4
• Yemen - Level 4

The DFA has yet to release alert levels for Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, Oman, and Bahrain, which have also been hit by retaliatory strikes by Iran.

The Philippine government has implemented four alert levels in conflict areas.

• Alert Level 1 or precautionary phase is issued when there are signs of internal disturbance or instability, or when an external threat is limited to a specific area. Under this level, Filipinos are advised to take precautions and avoid non-essential movement. Those with travel plans to the affected country are advised to exercise normal caution and avoid affected areas.
• Alert Level 2 or restriction phase is issued when violence or instability spreads to neighboring areas or when an external attack becomes imminent. Filipinos are advised to shelter in place and avoid high-risk areas. Those planning to travel to the affected country are urged to exercise increased caution due to heightened security risks. The concerned post activates its contingency plan.
• Alert Level 3 or voluntary repatriation phase is issued when unrest escalates significantly or when an external threat becomes imminent. Filipinos, under this level, are advised to evacuate voluntarily through relocation or repatriation. Travel to the affected country is strongly discouraged due to serious risks to safety and security. The concerned embassy or consulate would coordinate relocation or repatriation efforts with relevant government agencies.
• Alert Level 4 or mandatory evacuation is issued in cases of large-scale civil conflict or full-blown external attack. Filipinos are urged to evacuate and join government-led repatriation efforts. Travel to the affected country is prohibited. 

The ongoing conflict and the escalation of attacks by the US and Israel against Iran are a major concern for the Philippines in the Middle East, where more than 2.4 million Filipinos live and work. 

Ensuring their safety, including by evacuations, has been a logistical challenge in the past.

The financial remittances by the Filipino workers have helped keep Manila's economy afloat for decades.

Manila urged Filipinos in affected areas to follow the advisories of their host governments, remain vigilant, and observe all relevant travel advisories. 

Filipinos in the following areas are advised to contact Philippine officials foe assistance in their respective jurisdictions:

UAE
(ABU DHABI)

Assistance to Nationals (for OFWs)
+971 56 270 9157
+971 54 725 8482

Assistance to Nationals (for non-OFWs)
+971 50 443 8003

Overseas Workers Welfare Administration Services
+971 54 557 2121

(DUBAI and NORTHERN EMIRATES)

Assistance to Nationals (for OFWs)
+971 56 353 5558

Assistance to Nationals (for non-OFWs)
+971 56 501 5756

Overseas Workers Welfare Administration Services
+971 50 558 5536

SAUDI ARABIA
(RIYADH)

Assistance to Nationals (for OFWs)
+966 56 989 3301

Migrant Workers Office - Riyadh
+966 50 285 0944

(EASTERN REGION)

Migrant Workers Office - Eastern Region
+966 56 232 9926

(JEDDAH / WESTERN REGION)

Migrant Workers Office - Jeddah
+966 56 981 9720

Jeddah PCG Assistance to Nationals Hotline
+966 55 521 9613

QATAR

Migrant Workers Office Assistance to Nationals Hotline
+974 5118 4242
+974 3318 2459

BAHRAIN
Consular
+973 3995 3235

Migrant Workers Office / Assistance to Nationals
+973 3303 5600

OWWA
+973 3725 8755 / +973 6670 5058

Whatsapp Channel
https://bit.ly/PEManamaWhatsAppChannel

IRAN

Assistance to Nationals Hotline
+989 122 1368 01

Email
tehran.pe@dfa.gov.ph

Facebook
/PHinIran

Instagram
/phliniran

IRAQ

Assistance to Nationals Hotline
+964 783 700 5457

ISRAEL
24/7 Emergency Hotline (Mobile/WhatsApp/Viber)
+972 54 466 1188

Assistance to Nationals Hotline
+972 50 911 4017
+972 50 762 2590

OWAA Welfare Office
+972 50 715 6937

Trunk Line
+972 3 601 0500

JORDAN

Migrant Workers Office
+962 7 8519 1891

OWWA
+962 7 8149 1183

Assistance to Nationals Hotline
+962 7 7907 7775
+962 7 7907 7778
+962 7 7798 8818

KUWAIT

Consular
+965 6500 2612

Migrant Workers Office / OWWA Assistance to Nationals
+965 9403 9063
+965 6040 3858
+965 6558 5355

X (Twitter)
@PHinKUWAIT

LEBANON

Assistance to Nationals Hotline
+70 858 086

Migrant Workers Office
+79 110 729

OMAN

Assistance to Nationals Hotline
+968 9137 4559

Migrant Workers Office
+968 9355 7931

OWWA
+968 79905211
+968 7965 7754

SYRIA

Consular
+963 949 155 557

Assistance to Nationals Hotline
+963 949 155 567

–NB, GMA Integrated News