QuestionsQuestions (CSC MEMORANDUM CIRCULAR NO. 19, S. 2000)
It is anchored on the Civil Service Commission’s constitutional and statutory authority—specifically Section 3, Article IX-B of the 1987 Constitution; and Sections 12(3) and 12(19), Chapter 3, Title I(A), Book V of the Administrative Code of 1987 (EO 292). It is also consistent with RA 6713 (Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards), which requires professionalism and discourages extravagant or ostentatious display of wealth.
It applies to all government officials and employees, both male and female, except those regularly performing their duties in the field or those temporarily assigned in actual field operations.
On Mondays, the prescribed attire is “Filipiniana” attire, which is institutionalized in response to centennial-related cultural policies and gender advocacy.
They are determined by the “office uniform as prescribed by the different government agencies/offices,” i.e., Tuesday office uniform for Tuesday, Wednesday office uniform for Wednesday, Thursday office uniform for Thursday, and Friday office uniform for Friday if any.
They must wear appropriate business attire.
Maong pants are generally prohibited, but may be considered appropriate attire when paired with a collared polo-shirt for male employees, or any appropriate blouse/shirt for female employees.
Examples include: (1) gauzy/transparent/net-like shirts or blouses; (2) sando/strapless/spaghetti-strap blouses unless worn as undershirts; (3) tank-tops; (4) blouses with over-plunging necklines; (5) micro-mini skirts, walking shorts, cycling shorts, leggings/tights, or jogging pants; (6) rubber sandals, rubber slippers, or bakya.
Ostentatious display of jewelry (except for special occasions and official celebrations) and wearing heavy or theatrical make-up.
RA 6713’s requirement of professionalism and modesty appropriate to one’s position and income, and the prohibition against extravagant or ostentatious display of wealth in any form.
Exemptions may be allowed when: (1) the nature of work demands other clothing; (2) religious affiliation/creed requires particular clothing; (3) physical disabilities or other legitimate health reasons; (4) pregnant female employees may wear maternity dress during pregnancy; (5) employees who lost a loved one may wear mourning clothes during mourning; and (6) other circumstances analogous to the foregoing.
Yes. Pregnant employees may wear maternity dress during the period of their pregnancy. Employees may wear mourning clothes during the period of mourning after the loss of a loved one.
It states that hair style and growing of beard or moustache are governed by the internal rules and regulations of the respective agencies/offices.
Any violation is a ground for disciplinary action as “Violation of Reasonable Office Rules and Regulations” under Section 22(c), Rule XIV of the Revised Omnibus Rules Implementing Book V of the Administrative Code of 1987 (EO 292).
Fifteen (15) days after publication in a newspaper of general circulation.
CSC Memorandum Circular Nos. 14 and 25, s. 1991, and all other inconsistent memoranda/circulars/resolutions/rules/regulations are repealed or modified accordingly.
No. Those who regularly perform their duties and functions in the field, or those temporarily assigned in actual field operations, are excluded from the coverage of the dress code.