LTFRB extends TNVS drivers’ regularization deadline by 30 days

Inquirer.net - Nov 6, 2026

MANILA, Philippines — Drivers of Transport Network Vehicle Service (TNVS) units operating under the so-called “tempo” status have been given an additional 30 days to apply for regularization, the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) said Friday, November 6. The extension gives TNVS drivers more time to secure authorization for their vehicles, which transport

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