Question & AnswerQ&A (DTI ADMINISTRATIVE ORDER NO. 5, s.1993)
The purpose is to recognize bona fide Professional Trade Fair/Exhibition Organizers (PTF/EOs), avoid overlapping of international trade fairs/exhibitions, and curtail acts that damage the industry's and country's image, thereby ensuring proper regulation while encouraging promotion and assistance.
It is a trade fair/exhibition where foreign exhibitors constitute at least 20% of total exhibitors or surface rented, and foreign buyers/visitors constitute at least 4% of total buyers, targeted primarily for introducing products to local or international markets.
A PTF/EO is a private person or firm engaged in the Philippines in organizing, managing, and promoting international trade fairs/exhibitions.
The requirements and procedures are detailed in Annex 'A' of the DAO, including submitting an application within three months of effectivity, paying filing and accreditation fees, and providing a schedule of events to organize within three years.
The applicant must pay a non-refundable filing fee of ₱500 upon application submission, and upon approval, pay an accreditation fee of ₱2,000 to receive the Accreditation Certificate.
Willful or negligent misrepresentation in obtaining accreditation or permit, misrepresenting accreditation status, permit possession, or endorsement by DTI or ITG, among others.
Any changes or additional events must be filed at least one year before the event date, and permits for these changes will be issued without further fees.
No, the Certificate of Accreditation and permits are non-transferable and cannot be used by others.
Violations are subject to administrative adjudication under E.O. No. 913, Series of 1983 and DTI Ministry Order No. 69, Series of 1983, including formal charges, mediation, and possible administrative sanctions or penalties.