The Policy Development and Data Banking Programme aims to provide a continuing study and review of the economic, social, legal, and administrative environment that has a bearing on the status of Filipinos overseas.

The programme undertakes multidisciplinary research to enable informed advice and assistance to the executive and legislative branches of government in the formulation of measures and policies, especially pertaining to Filipinos overseas' political, economic, and social rights and obligations.

It also provides policy advice to other agencies of the government on matters such as assistance to Filipino nationals abroad, security and contingency plans, and policies on personal and professional services. It also promotes networking through continuing exchange of information with other government agencies, non-government organizations, independent researchers, academic institutions, international organizations and other centers of excellence.

A comprehensive databank and information system on overseas Filipino communities undergo expansion within this programme. It validates and refines all available data and information on overseas Filipinos, including their economic and demographic profile by countries/territories of residence, and maintains a computer-based system to ensure accessibility of up-to-date information about overseas Filipino communities.