PWDs Access in Public Land Transport

Mandatory display of the International Symbol of Accessibility on designated seats inside all bus units.
Regular buses must have at least five (5) designated seats for PWDs near entrance doors.
Air-conditioned buses must have at least four (4) designated seats for PWDs near entrance doors.
For city buses (both regular and air-conditioned):
- Seats may be used by other passengers when not occupied by PWDs.
- Other passengers must yield these seats to incoming PWDs.
For provincial buses:
- Seats may be used by other passengers if no PWD occupies them at the trip's start.
In highly urbanized cities, owners/operators must install audio-visual aids (buzzers, bells, flashing lights) to inform drivers of alighting passengers.

Must display the International Symbol of Accessibility on designated seats.
Provision of seats for PWDs during the trip.
Other passengers may temporarily use these seats but must yield them to PWDs when necessary.

Widening of doors and access to comfort rooms to facilitate wheelchair entry.
Installation of ramps to enable wheelchair access to waiting lounges or passenger areas.
Provision of specially marked seats for PWDs; other passengers may use these seats but must yield to PWDs as needed.

Public utility vehicles (PUVs) are prohibited from denying transportation to PWDs solely based on disability.

In accordance with RA No. 7277 (as amended):
- First Offense: Fine of P50,000.00
- Second Offense: Fine of P100,000.00
- Third Offense: Cancellation of Franchise or Certificate of Public Convenience (CPC)

This Memorandum Circular supersedes any inconsistent previous issuances.
Takes effect immediately upon publication in a newspaper of general circulation.

Signed and ordered by the LTFRB Chairman and Board Members: Atty. Jimmy G. Pesigan, Engr. Gerardo A. Pinili, and Atty. Maria Ellen Dirige-Cabatu, CPA.