23/09/2026
✈️ GOING ABROAD? BEFORE YOU PACK YOUR BAGS, KNOW YOUR FTA!
Who approves your Foreign Travel Authority (FTA)? What documents do you need? And where do you submit your application? Here’s your quick and complete guide to help you navigate the FTA process:
Pursuant to DILG Circular No. 2026-017, effective September 7, 2026, the authority to approve the foreign travel of local government officials and employees has been delegated to the appropriate DILG officials, depending on the position of the applicant, type of travel, duration of travel, and applicable circumstances.
⚠️ Before you submit your application, keep these important reminders in mind:
🔔 Apply early! Submit your complete FTA application at least seven (7) working days before your departure date.
📄 Complete your requirements. Make sure all required documents are properly accomplished, signed, notarized, and uploaded, as applicable. Incomplete or improperly accomplished documents may be returned for revision.
☑️ Check every applicable box. Make sure all applicable fields and boxes are properly accomplished. If an item does not apply, indicate “N/A.”
📝 Double-check your details. Ensure that all required information is complete and accurate to help avoid delays and repeated return of documents for correction.
📎 Check your file format and size. Required documents uploaded to the FTA Online System must be in PDF format, with a maximum file size of 25 MB.
📩 Check your email regularly. Monitor your email for your approved FTA or any request for revision from DILG.
📌 Additional documents may be required. The Department may request other documents, as may be necessary, for the evaluation and approval of the FTA application.
✈️ BEFORE YOU SAY “BON VOYAGE!” 🌏
Know your Approving Authority.
Prepare your requirements.
Apply on time.
Check your email.
Keep your FTA in order! 🧳📄✈️
📖 Swipe through the art cards for the complete guide on the Approving Authorities, application process, and documentary requirements.
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