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A shortage of workers has pushed Albanian companies to turn to foreign labor\u2014led primarily by women from the Philippines. Whether in hotels, seaside restaurants, beauty centers, or private homes, their presence is becoming increasingly widespread.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe\u2019ve focused on Filipinos because they are very hardworking, they understand their place and role well without infringing on the privacy of families or hotels. We bring in between 20 to 80 individuals per month,\u201d said Xhoana Sita.<\/p>\n

Contracts typically last up to one year, with the possibility of renewal if both parties are satisfied. Compensation includes free accommodation, food, and transportation. Companies handle the entire process\u2014from paperwork and visas to medical checks and training.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe start by shortlisting candidates, conduct interviews, filter them, and within a month we find them a job. Then we organize interviews with the clients. Once they agree on salary, city, and tasks, we begin the visa process, which takes 4 to 6 weeks. Then they arrive in Albania.\u201d<\/p>\n

The most highly valued position is that of a sushi chef, which can earn up to \u20ac2,500 per month. Cleaning staff typically start at \u20ac600 net.<\/p>\n

Brenda, a 37-year-old from the Philippines, left her family behind to work in a beauty salon in Albania.
\u201cIn the Philippines, I was taking care of my children and running a small business, but things weren\u2019t going well. Here, I do beauty treatments. I\u2019m very happy\u2014the people are kind. The only issue is the language, but I\u2019ve picked up a few things,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n

While many young Albanians continue to emigrate, the domestic labor market is increasingly being filled by foreign workers. Filipino workers are no longer just a new presence, but part of daily life in Albania\u2014and, for many sectors, an essential solution.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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