Law Summary
Special Permit for Special Occasions or Activities
- Applicable to all transport modes except Truck-for-Hire
- Purpose and itinerary must be specified (e.g., excursions, seminars, family trips)
- Valid Certificate of Public Convenience (CPC) or filed extension required
- CPC must not be suspended during permit period
- Applications for routes including Metro Manila filed at LTFRB Central Office
- Maximum trip duration: 3 days
- Application denial possible if it causes route abandonment or insufficiency of authorized PUVs
- Filing must be at least 1 day before trip
- Documentary requirements include request form, franchise verification, valid ID, registration, insurance, notarized agreement
- Additional corporate or cooperative resolutions required
- Vehicle must display “SPECIAL PERMIT” signboard (6"x3")
- Driver must carry original permit and payment receipt
- No pick-up or drop-off of paying passengers during trip
Special Permit for Special Holidays
- Applies only to Public Utility Bus Service (PUB)
- Granted only on specific holidays enumerated (e.g., Holy Week, All Saints Day, Eidul Fitr/Adha, Christmas, National Elections)
- Applications filed at least 2 weeks prior; Central Office filing if route enters Metro Manila
- Valid CPC or extension required, no suspension during permit period
- Units must be under 10 years old
- Authorized fare applies
- Specific terminal addresses must be indicated
- Duration of permit depends on holiday schedule detailed in circular
- Application denial possible if route abandonment or PUV insufficiency would result
- Documentary requirements similar to special occasions category
- Corporate or cooperative resolutions similarly required
- Driver must carry original permit and payment receipt
Special Permit for Contingencies
- LTFRB may issue permits for contingencies at its discretion
- Purpose is public convenience and protection
Emergency Use and Calamities
- No special permit required during emergencies or calamities
- Includes medical emergencies and evacuation or transport of goods
Penalties and Enforcement
- Violations subject to penalties under Joint Administrative Order No. 2014-001 and related issuances
- Previous inconsistent orders modified or superseded
- Circular effective immediately upon publication
- Copies to be filed with UP Law Center per Presidential Memorandum Circular No. 11
This comprehensive framework ensures regulated issuance of Special Permits balancing public convenience with orderly transport service management while establishing clear documentary, procedural, and operational mandates for applicants and operators.