Frequently Asked Questions
A certification issued by the Department to a tourism enterprise that officially recognizes it as having complied with the minimum standards for the operation of tourism facilities and services.
Primary tourism enterprises and secondary tourism enterprises.
1. Endorsement to COMELEC for exemption from liquor ban during election-related events
2. Endorsement to embassies and travel trade associations for utilization of establishment’s facilities and services.
3. Being prioritized for DOT training programs.
4. Endorsement to international and domestic airports (if appropriate) for Issuance of Access Pass to Qualified Personnel.
5. Endorsement to Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) for Issuance of Tourist Transport Franchise.
These are facilities and services directly related to tourism. DOT-certified primary tourism enterprises shall be periodically required to obtain accreditation from DOT to ensure the quality of its facilities and services.
These are facilities and services that may be related to tourism. Accreditation shall be voluntary for secondary tourism enterprises that follows minimum DOT standards.