How to get it free
Get your barangay certificate
Ask your barangay for the first-time job seeker certification under RA 11261.
Sign the oath of undertaking
Your barangay usually gives this with the certificate.
Apply on the first-time job seeker portal
Use firsttimejobseekers.nbi.gov.ph, not the regular portal.
Visit the branch
Bring the original barangay certificate, the signed oath of undertaking and your valid IDs.
Once only. The free clearance under RA 11261 can be used one time. Later clearances cost the regular ₱130 plus the e-payment charge.
Other free documents
The same law also covers the barangay clearance, PSA birth and marriage certificates, TIN, UMID and more. See the full list in our first-time job seeker certificate guide.
Get the police clearance free too
RA 11261 also covers the National Police Clearance. That process uses a checkbox in your NPCS profile and a barangay FTJS certification. See the police first-time job seeker guide.
Frequently asked questions
Who counts as a first-time job seeker?
RA 11261 covers Filipinos seeking employment for the first time. Your barangay decides whether to issue the certification.
Do I still need two IDs?
Yes. Bring your valid IDs along with the barangay certificate and the oath of undertaking.