- On March 16, 2026, the House of Representatives approved House Bill No. 8464, or the Travel Tax Abolition Act of 2026, on its third and final reading with 257 votes in favor.
- Once signed into law, no airline, agency, or private entity will be allowed to collect travel tax from outgoing passengers.
- That means lower costs every time you fly, whether you are an OFW, a student, a business traveler, or a family finally going on that long-awaited trip.
On March 16, 2026, the House of Representatives approved House Bill No. 8464, or the Travel Tax Abolition Act of 2026, on its third and final reading with 257 votes in favor.
Once signed into law, no airline, agency, or private entity will be allowed to collect travel tax from outgoing passengers.
That means lower costs every time you fly, whether you are an OFW, a student, a business traveler, or a family finally going on that long-awaited trip.
Here is what else you need to know:
✈️ Zero travel tax once the law takes effect
💸 Refunds for future flights — if you already paid travel tax for a trip scheduled after the law kicks in, you are entitled to a refund
🏛️ Programs still protected — TIEZA, CHED, and NCCA will continue to receive funding through the national budget
The bill still needs Senate approval and the President's signature before it becomes law. But this is a big step forward.