Republic Act 11261, or the First-Time Job Seeker Assistance Act, solves this by waiving the fees for your Barangay Clearance. Requirements for First-Time Job Seekers in 2026Gathering the right documents is the most common hurdle for new applicants. The following table shows exactly what you need to prepare to get your free clearance under RA 11261. Barangay Clearance vs. Barangay Certificate: Which one do you need? Many first-time job seekers get confused between a clearance and a certificate when they arrive at the Barangay Hall.