06/03/2024
Dear Valued Passenger,
As part of our commitment to ensuring a smooth and hassle-free travel experience, we would like to remind all passengers about the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources' (BFAR) requirement for a Local Transport Permit (LTP) or Export Commodity Clearance (ECC) for those involved in the shipping, trading, bringing, or carrying of fishery or aquatic commodities. We recommend that you allot extra time for check-in formalities and arrive at the airport four (4) hours before your scheduled domestic flight.
This requirement applies to a wide range of products, including but not limited to fresh, chilled, frozen, processed, dried, live, and value-added fishery items. To comply with BFAR regulations, passengers are required to declare such items during the check-in process.
For your convenience, BFAR Inspectors will be available at the airport to assist you with the application process. They can guide you through filling out the necessary forms, conduct inspections of the products to ensure these are allowed for transport, facilitate the payment of fees, and issue the Local Transport Permit.
Please be advised that the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources has specified that volume should not exceed 10 kilograms or 20 pieces. For further information or assistance, you may contact the BFAR directly at (072)2421559. Additionally, you can connect with them on Facebook through bfar.uno/bfar.ilocosregion or visit their official website at https://www.bfar.da.gov.ph/.
Your cooperation in adhering to these regulations is greatly appreciated, and it contributes to the overall safety and efficiency of our operations. Thank you for choosing Philippine Airlines and we look forward to serving you on your upcoming journey.
Sincerely,
Philippine Airlines, Inc.
Fifty-sixth Meeting of the Council Southeast Asian Fisheries Development Center 6–9 May 2024Tagaytay City, Philippines PRESS STATEMENT