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Philippines - Apply for Accreditation of Dive Establishments

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ProcedureEdit

Apply In Person

  1. To Apply for Accreditation of Dive Establishments, the applicant has to approach the Department of Tourism link
  2. An application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned officer.
  3. The applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
  4. Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
  5. The applicant has to attach the photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting.
  6. Submit all the documents with the completed form to the concerned officer.
  7. The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.
  8. After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
  9. Then the application will be processed further.
  10. The officer comes for an on-site inspection, The inspection will be conducted by a DOT-accredited dive assessor who will assess the facilities, equipment, and services of the dive establishment.
  11. Once the process gets completed, the applicant will get a notification through email.
  12. Upon completion, the applicant will get the certificate through email.
  13. This entire process can be completed within 15 - 30 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.


Apply by Email

  1. To Apply for Accreditation of Dive Establishments, the applicant has to approach the Department of Tourism link
  2. An application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned officer.
  3. The applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
  4. Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
  5. The applicant has to attach the photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting.
  6. Submit all the documents with the completed form to the concerned office email ID - [email protected]
  7. The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.
  8. After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
  9. Then the application will be processed further.
  10. The officer comes for an on-site inspection, The inspection will be conducted by a DOT-accredited dive assessor who will assess the facilities, equipment, and services of the dive establishment.
  11. Once the process gets completed, the applicant will get a notification through email.
  12. Upon completion, the applicant will get the certificate through email.
  13. This entire process can be completed within 15 - 30 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.



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Required DocumentsEdit

  • Letter of Intent
  • Accomplished Application Form
  • Business Permits and Licenses
  • Certification of Accreditation
  • Diving Instructor Certification
  • Equipment and Facility Inventory
  • Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
  • List of Dive Sites
  • Insurance Coverage
  • Environmental Compliance Certificate (ECC)
  • Any other documents (if required)



Office Locations & ContactsEdit

Department of Tourism (DOT)
DOT-National Capital Region (NCR) Regional Office 2nd Floor
The New DOT Bldg. , 351 Sen. Gil Puyat Ave.
Makati City
Tel.No.: (632) 459-5200 to 459-5230 Loc. (212 and 232)
Tourist Information Center Tel. No.: (632) 459-5200 to 5230 Loc. 102
Centennial Tel. No.: (632) 887-1109 Loc. 2280
NAIA Airport Tel. No.: (632) 832-2964/551-0698/551-2554
NAIA Lobby Tel. No.: (632) 852-2191/852-1165
Airport Fax No.: (632) 853-1687
E-Mail: [email protected]
Contact link

EligibilityEdit

Any person who is:

  • Legitimate Business
  • Dive Association Membership
  • Experienced Diving Instructors
  • Complete Dive Equipment
  • Safe and Secure Dive Facilities
  • Environmental Compliance



FeesEdit

  • The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.



ValidityEdit

  • The certificate is valid for two years.



Documents to UseEdit

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Sample DocumentsEdit

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Processing TimeEdit

  • This entire process can be completed within 15 - 30 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.



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InstructionsEdit

  • Applicants must complete the application form before submitting it. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
  • Applicants must provide genuine information while applying for this procedure.



Required InformationEdit

  • Applicant name
  • Address
  • Telephone number
  • Valid email address
  • Sex
  • Nationality
  • Hotel name
  • Plan and details
  • Declaration
  • Date
  • Signature



Need for the DocumentEdit

  • Accreditation of Dive Establishments in the Philippines is a process that aims to ensure the safety and quality of diving experiences for tourists.
  • The accreditation process is conducted by the Department of Tourism (DOT) to ensure that diving establishments meet the standards set by the government and international diving organizations.



Information which might helpEdit

  • Accreditation of dive establishments is essential for promoting the diving industry in the Philippines and ensuring that tourists have a safe and enjoyable diving experience.
  • By obtaining accreditation, diving establishments can demonstrate their commitment to providing quality services and promoting responsible tourism.



Other uses of the Document/CertificateEdit

Please explain what are other uses of obtaining this document/certificate.
e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.



External LinksEdit

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