Free fares on MRT-3, LRT-2 and Philippine National Railways (PNR) have already started, as a gift by the Department of Transportation (DOTr) to vaccinated Authorized Persons Outside Residence (APOR).

According to DOTr Secretary Art Tugade, the free train fare is for APORs who have already been vaccinated, are only in the first twelve or the second twelve. This will last until August 20, 2021.

Only show vaccination cards as proof that you have been vaccinated.

Tugade also added that the Philippine Ports Authority, Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines, and Manila International Airport Authority provide free coffee, water and snacks for vaccinated persons awaiting their trip to seaport and airport.

"We are doing this to help protect the health and safety of our countrymen, and to help the government encourage them to get vaccinated against COVID-19," explained Sec. Tugade.

Meanwhile, public and private transportation is allowed under the enhanced community quarantine in Metro Manila from Friday, August 6 to August 20, 2021.

The DOTr also notes that only APORs are allowed to travel during these times.

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