14/09/2020
IN THE KNOW: Here is the list of ports administered by the Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) that are authorized to operate, as well as accept Locally Stranded Individuals (LSIs), Returning Overseas Filipinos (ROFs) and Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) as of 14 September 2020.
The list is subject to change, depending on the policies released by the Inter-Agency Task Force for the Management of Emerging Infectious Diseases (IATF-EID) and concerned Local Government Units (LGUs), as well as the availability of vessel services calling at the ports.
As various health and safety protocols are strictly being enforced in the ports, LSIs, ROFs and OFWs are reminded to ensure that all necessary travel documents are accomplished to avoid inconveniences.
In Luzon, Ilocos Norte, including the port of Currimao, which is under the supervision of the PMO in Northern Luzon, has temporarily closed its borders for LSIs, ROFs, and OFWs, due to the surge of COVID-19 cases in the area.
Likewise, various areas in Visayas, including ports under the PMO Panay/Guimaras, have stopped accepting LSIs, following the recently released order of the IATF, in regard to the acceptance of the aforesaid individuals.
Meanwhile, there are no changes in the protocols being enforced for the acceptance of LSIs, ROFs, and OFWs in various ports in Mindanao. However, prior notice and acceptance from the respective LGUs are needed, in order for them to be fully allowed to disembark from ships.
On the other hand, the ports of Capinpin in Bataan, South Harbor in Manila and the Subic Bay Freeport Zone serve as international crew change hubs in the country.
Furthermore, stringent inspection procedures are also being implemented, due to the threat of terrorism.
For everyone’s guidance and information.
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