Question & AnswerQ&A (LTFRB Memorandum Circular No. 2015-017)
The purpose of LTFRB Memorandum Circular No. 2015-017 is to promulgate the implementing guidelines for the acceptance of applications for a Certificate of Public Convenience (CPC) to operate a Transportation Network Vehicle Service (TNVS).
The key requirements include 5 copies of Verified Application, proof of Filipino citizenship or Articles of Incorporation, proof of good standing with a Transportation Network Company (TNC), passenger insurance policy, list of TNVS drivers and vehicles, operator's data sheet with pictures, statement of financial capability, Income Tax Return or BIR registration, Certificate of Business Name, and location map of garage or address.
Drivers must provide proof of accreditation by a TNC, hold a professional driver's license, and have clearances from the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) and the Philippine National Police (PNP).
Applicants must submit proof of vehicle accreditation by a TNC, and the Certificate of Registration and Official Receipt of the proposed unit with year model issued by the Land Transportation Office (LTO) or Delivery Receipt/Sales Invoice.
Yes, photocopies may be accepted at the time of filing, but the original documents must be presented at the time of the hearing for verification and authentication.
The filing fee is PHP 510 for the first two applied units plus PHP 10 for legal research. An additional PHP 70 per unit is required for units in excess of the first two.
The CPC is valid for one year and may be renewed. Its validity and renewal depend on the good standing of the operator or driver with the Transportation Network Company (TNC).
The grantee will be issued Show Cause and Cease and Desist Orders by the LTFRB.
Regional Franchising and Regulatory Offices may accept and approve applications, including issuance of Provisional Authority subject to jurisdictional authority. However, applications for operation within or touching Metro Manila must be filed at the Central Office.
Violators will be penalized in accordance with the provisions of Joint Administrative Order No. 2014-001 and other existing issuances.
The Memorandum Circular took effect immediately following its publication in at least one newspaper of general circulation.