Question & AnswerQ&A (PPA Memorandum Circular No. 19-2014)
The Passenger Terminal Fee rate for Iloilo River Wharf (Progreso) is 30.00 pesos, inclusive of VAT.
The Passenger Terminal Fee rate for the Port of Dumangas is 30.00 pesos, inclusive of VAT.
The Passenger Terminal Fee rates took effect on December 18, 2014, 30 days after their publication.
The Passenger Terminal Fees were announced under PPA Memorandum Circular No. 19-2014 dated December 23, 2014.
The rates were approved by Juan C. Sta. Ana, General Manager of the Philippine Ports Authority.
The rates were published in a local newspaper (Panay News) on November 18, 2014, which is a requirement for the rates to take effect 30 days after publication.
Yes, the stated Passenger Terminal Fee rates are inclusive of VAT.
Yes, discounts are accorded to students, senior citizens, and persons with disability as provided under PPA MC No. 07-2014.
The discounts are provided pursuant to PPA Memorandum Circular No. 07-2014.
The ports covered are the Port of Dumangas and Iloilo River Wharf (Progreso).
The publication requirement fulfills the legal mandate for the rates to take effect 30 days after publication, ensuring public notice is given.