Summary
RMO No. 16-2026 gives supplemental guidelines for implementing RMO No. 44-2025 on processing and paying separation and terminal leave benefit claims of Regional Directors and Assistant Regional Directors.
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Key points
- Covered officials. The Order covers officials holding the positions of Regional Director/OIC-Regional Director and Assistant Regional Director/OIC-Assistant Regional Director.
- Modes of separation. It covers claims of those separated from the revenue service due to retirement, resignation, transfer to other government agencies, filing of a certificate of candidacy, death, and other modes of separation.
- Centralized processing. The General Rule under RMO No. 044-2025 governs, and processing of these claims stays centralized at the National Office. The procedures and responsibilities of applicants and offices are specified in the Order.
Who is affected
- Regional Directors and OIC-Regional Directors
- Assistant Regional Directors and OIC-Assistant Regional Directors
Deadlines and effectivity
- Issued: July 7, 2026
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