UberMNLTips Guide to TNVS and LTFRB Accreditation
After you’ve signed up as an Uber Partner, you now need to get TNVS Accreditation in accordance to the LTFRB Ridesharing Regulation. Don’t worry, Uber will be facilitating the whole thing so you don’t need to physically go to LTFRB and secure your CPC (Certificate of Public Convenience) Franchise.
Before we go to the process and requirements, let’s first answer some FAQs to get a clearer picture of the LTFRB Regulation and the incidental TNVS Accreditation. Also, you might want to read this article about what TNVS and LTFRB Accreditation really means for Uber Partners.
It’s also important that you know and you understand where the regulations are based. We’ve curated all the Memoranda issued by the Land Transportation Franchising & Regulatory Board (LTFRB) for TNCs and TNVS. You can download them below:
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Memorandum Circular No. 2015-015: Rules and Regulations to Govern the Accreditation of Transportation Network Companies
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Memorandum Circular No. 2015-016: Terms and Condition of a Certificate of Transport Network Company Accreditation
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Memorandum Circular No. 2015-017: Implementing Guidelines on the Acceptance of Applications for a Certificate of Public Convenience to Operate a Transportation Network Vehicle Service
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Memorandum Circular No. 2015-018: Terms and Conditions of a Certificate of Public Convenience to Operate Network Vehicle Service
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Department Order No. 2015-011 (revised version): Further Amending Department Order No.97-1097 to Promote Mobility
Frequently Asked Questions About TNVS
We prepared answers to your Frequently Asked Questions about TNVS.
How to get TNVS Accredited?
The requirements and guidelines are outlined below. If you need help accomplishing the many different forms, refer to this tutorial. Aside from the required documents, there are also supporting documents that you need to prepare.
You can also click on the links for Uber’s TNVS guide, download links of the forms and upload link for your submissions.
TNVS PART 1: PA Requirements
Download Forms and Get more Info Here
These are the requirements you need to submit for PA application. PA requirements should be submitted ONLINE.
To get all the details, the process, form downloads and submission link, please refer here: http://driveonuber.com/pagepa
Here's a Guide to SPA Forms: http://ubermanilatips.com/partner-tip-uber-spa-forms-101/
1. Professional Driver's License
- Professional Driver's License (of driver which you already uploaded when you signed up)
- If you are an Operator ONLY and doesn't want to drive, just upload the PRO Driver's License of your driver/s
- If you are a Partner and a driver as well, you also need to upload your PRO Driver's License.
2. Signed and Notarized Special Power of Attorney
2. Signed and Notarized Special Power of Attorney | Download here
- 4 Pages
- signed by the Vehicle Owner as listed on the OR-CR.
2.1. Signed and Notarized Special Power of Attorney signed by Vehicle Owner if Uber Partner is NOT the Vehicle Owner
B. If someone else own the car (if Uber Registered Partner is NOT the Vehicle Owner):
2.1. Signed and Notarized Special Power of Attorney signed by Vehicle Owner | Download here
- 2 Pages
- signed by the vehicle owner as listed on the OR-CR.
TIP: You only need to execute this if you are the VEHICLE OWNER=TNVS Applicant but you are NOT the Registered Uber Partner. Halimbawa, pinahiram mo ang sasakyan sa kamag-anak mo na syang nagddrive o di kaya asawa mo ang Uber Partner pero ikaw ang mayari ng sasakyan o di kaya pina-manage mo sa kaibigan mo na Registered Uber Partner and sasakyan mo. Kung sayo naman nakapangalan ang sasakyan at ikaw din ang Registered Uber Partner, hindi mo ito kailangang ipasa.
3. List of Vehicles + Details
3. List of Vehicles + Details | Download here
- excel file
TIP: In the vehicle details, for sales invoice, Chassis Number = Frame Number = Serial Number. Please do not input the MODEL NUMBER of the car. This is not UNIQUE and would VOID your entire application.
4. OR-CR of all Vehicles
4. OR-CR of all Vehicles
TIPS:
- OR-CR must be under TNVS applicant’s name=VEHICLE OWNER.
- The “O.R. DATE” under “DETAILS OF FIRST REGISTRATION” must be within three (3) years from submission of application to LTFRB.
5. Proof of Filipino Citizenship
5. Proof of Filipino Citizenship
- from Vehicle Owner as reflected in OR-CR
- ex. Philippine Passport OR NSO Birth Certificate)
What about non-Filipino car owners living in the Philippines and is a local taxpayer? can they apply for LTFRB Accreditation? LTFRB's Official Response: It is explicit and absolute under Commonwealth Act No. 146 that an alien is not allowed to be given a franchise to operate a public land transportation service
For Corporation/Company
- Professional Driver's License (of driver which you already uploaded when you signed up)
- Signed and Notarized Special Power of Attorney (4 Pages signed by the appointed signatoree as stated in the Board Resolution and Secretary Certificate. Download here)
- List of Vehicles + Details (excel file. Download here)
- OR-CR of all Vehicles
- Articles of Partnership/Incorporation (if applying as a corporation)
- Certification of Registration with the Securities and Exchange Commission (if applying as a corporation)
- Board Resolution and Secretary's Certificate (if applying as a corporation)
Ready to submit your PA Requirements?
TNVS PART 2: CPC Requirements
Download Forms and Get more Info Here
These are the requirements you need to submit for CPC application. Uber encourages partners to submit CPC requirements within your first 30 days of operating .
To get all the details, the process, form downloads and submission link, please refer here: http://driveonuber.com/cpc
REMEMBER: As per LTFRB, the Vehicle Owner = TNVS Applicant. This means that all the document requirements below SHOULD be under the name of the TNVS Applicant = VEHICLE OWNER.
1. SIGNED Specimen Signature Template
1. SIGNED Specimen Signature Template | Download here
- TNVS Applicant = Vehicle Owner should sign
- Sample:
2. NOTARIZED Certification Regarding Litigation, Proceedings and Investigation
2. NOTARIZED Certification Regarding Litigation, Proceedings and Investigation | Download here
- TNVS Applicant = Vehicle Owner should sign
TIPS:
- Notary fee is per document NOT per copy
- Sign and notarize three to four copies so you have enough copies.
- You may be asked to bring the originally signed and notarized copies of these documents upon pick-up of your Provisional Authority in Uber's office so make sure you have an original copy also.
3. 2x2 colored photo of the TNVS Applicant = Vehicle Owner
3. 2x2 colored photo of the TNVS Applicant = Vehicle Owner
- White background
4. Proof of Financial Capability
4. Proof of Financial Capability (should be in the name of the Vehicle Owner = TNVS Applicant) Any of the following Proofs are accepted. Make sure that the proof shows at least Php 10,000 PER VEHICLE is present in the account. Example, if you have 2 vehicles in your application, your proof should show you have at least Php 20, 000 in the bank.
- Bank Certificate with Cash in bank of at least PHP 10,000 per vehicle (address to LTFRB), OR
- Bank Statement for the last two months, proof must show that the amount in bank is at least PhP 10,000.00 per vehicle, OR
- Passbook indicating transactions for last two months. Photocopy all pages with entries. Balance must be at least PhP 10,000.00 per vehicle.
5. Location Map of Garage indicating full address.
5. Location Map of Garage indicating full address.
- screenshot from Google maps showing complete address is preferred
- Map must clearly indicate the location and address.
6. Valid Professional Driver's License of ALL drivers.
6. Valid Professional Driver's License of ALL drivers.
- Expired Driver’s Licenses will not be processed.
- If you are a Partner and a driver also, you also need to include yours.
- If you are an Operator and does not plan to drive, NO NEED include your Driver's license. Just include all the PRO driver's license of ALL your drivers.
7. Valid PNP Clearance of ALL drivers
7. Valid PNP Clearance of ALL drivers
- This expires very fast. Make sure to claim it right before submission to avoid any future problems.
- Expired PNP Clearances will not be processed.
- If you are a Partner and a driver also, you also need to submit this.
8. DTI Certificate of Business Name Registration of Individual OR SEC
8. DTI Certificate of Business Name Registration of Individual
- Refer to this tutorial on how to register a Business Name via DTI Online. Kung wala pang Business Name, register here: http://t.uber.com/MNLGetBusinessName
- Must indicate the trade name and applicant’s name
- Business name must be registered under the TNVS Applicant=VECHILE OWNER's name. *Hindi tatanggapin ang business na nakaregister sa iba (ex. sa asawa, sa kaibigan, o kamaganak)
- In selecting a business name, Uber recommends you to come up with a business name that is related to transportation. Disclaimer: Please also refrain from using the word “UBER” in your business name registration to avoid confusion. (ex. Juan Dela Cruz Transport)
- Kung may business name na, accepted ito kung nakapangalan sa TNVS Applicant=VEHICLE OWNER AT related sa transportation. *Hindi tatanggpain ang ibang uri ng negosyo na hindi related sa transport*
- The recommended scope to select for Business Name Registration is REGIONAL . TIN Number of the partner operator or partner driver will be used (as individuals). Partners are expected to shoulder the PHP 1,015.00 cost for Business Name registration (PHP 1,000.00 for registration and PHP 15.00 for Stamp Tax).
For Corporations: (For Corporations, you will be contacted as to how to submit the latter 3 requirements.)
- Board Resolution of company
- SEC Certificate of company
- Articles of Incorporation of company
9. Certificate of Registration with BIR (Form 2303)
9. Certificate of Registration with BIR (Form 2303).
- Application for Registration (Form 1901-1904) is NOT accepted.
- TIN ID is NOT accepted.
- You can also pass the following if you don't have Form 2303:
a) If Earning Purely Compensation Income: Form 1700
b) If Self-Employed: Form 1701
c) Other: Form 2307 (Certificate of Creditable Tax Withheld at Source)
TIP: FOR OFWs and others who require BIR Form 2303, there are additional requirements that differ per BIR branch. Contact your chosen BIR branch for further details.
10. Valid NBI Clearance of ALL drivers
10. Valid NBI Clearance of ALL drivers.
- Expired NBI Clearances will not be processed.
- If you are a Partner and a driver also, you also need to submit this.
Ready to submit your CPC Requirements?
I’ve submitted, What’s Next?
- As soon as you submit your complete documents, Uber will prepare your TNVS application for submission to the LTFRB. Uber will be updating you on the status of your application via SMS and/or email.
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You can track your TNVS Application here: http://driveonuber.com/tnvs-statusOr you can follow up with them at
- Once your TNVS application is approved by LTFRB, Uber will schedule the release of your Provisional Authority (PA) together with your trade dress. PA is valid for 45 days and renewable up to 135 days.
- Once your CPC has been approved, Uber will schedule the release of your CPC. CPC is valid for one year and renewable up to 7 years.
While waiting for your PA and/or CPC, you might want to read on this article as to what it really means for us to be TNVS and LTFRB Accredited.
Hope this UberMNLTips TNVS Guide helped.
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