Question & AnswerQ&A (PHLPOST ADMINISTRATIVE ORDER NO. 14-02)
The rates took effect starting July 15, 2014.
The rates were approved pursuant to Board Resolution No. 2014-31 dated May 15, 2014.
Area Directors and Postmasters are directed to ensure compliance at all post offices effective July 15, 2014.
The rate for Inter-Land mail weighing 21-50 grams is 20.00 Philippine pesos.
'Inter-Land' refers to the rate applicable for mail posted from one province for delivery to another province, where conveyance or transport is by land.
'Inter-Air' refers to the rate applicable for mail posted from one province for delivery to another province, where conveyance or transport is by air.
The Intra-rate for mail weighing 501-1000 grams is 65.00 Philippine pesos.
Different rates correspond to the mode of transport and geographical distance: Inter-Land is by land between provinces, Inter-Air is by air between provinces, and Intra-rate is within the same province, reflecting cost differences.
The weight steps are 20g, 21-50g, 51-100g, 101-250g, 251-500g, 501-1000g, 1001-1500g, and 1501-2000g.
Ma. Josefina M. Dela Cruz, Postmaster General & CEO, signed the Administrative Order.