Summary
RMC No. 64-2008 circularizes the Commissioner’s memorandum limiting the grant of permission for personal travel abroad.
Key points
- Filing the request. Under RMO No. 58-2000, a request for permission to travel abroad with complete requirements goes to the Personnel Division at least fifteen (15) days before the departure date. Otherwise it is returned to the employee without action.
- Length of leave. A maximum of one (1) month leave of absence is allowed for personal travel abroad. Appropriate clearance must be secured and approved before going on leave.
- Extensions. No application for extension is granted after the approved one (1) month leave ends, except in emergency cases or by reason of illness that requires medical attention.
- Illness abroad. An application for sick leave of absence must be supported by a medical certificate from the attending physician, validated by the consul of the country where the employee is staying.
Who is affected
- BIR employees applying for personal travel abroad
Deadlines and effectivity
- Request filed at least 15 days before departure
- Maximum leave of one month
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