Department of Tourism(DOT)

Hello! I'm requesting data on inbound tourism through seaports in the Ph from 2019-2024 for my thesis entitled, "Batangas port passenger terminal: Redevelopment of a globally competitive, sustainable intermodal seaport"

The data will support the design and analysis of my proposed Batangas Port's cruise terminal, focusing on its potential to enhance tourism and promote regional development in CALABARZON. Specifically, I am requesting for:

- Annual inbound tourist arrivals by seaport (2019-2024)
-breakdown by nationality or origin

this information is critical for aligning the port's development with tourism trends and infrastructure needs. The data will be used solely for academic purposes, with proper acknowledgment to the DOT

thank you!

Dear eFOI user,
About your letter dated 15 January 2025 at 7:22 PM, regarding your request made under Executive Order No. 2, s. 2016 on Freedom of Information in the Executive Branch; specifically your request on "Annual inbound tourist arrivals by seaport (2019-2024)."
To effectively address your request, we kindly request additional information from you. This will enable us to provide you with the best possible service. In compliance with Sections 14.4.b, 14.5, and 14.6 of the 2023 DOT FOI Manual by providing the following:
Identification and Proof of Authority. For example, for an employee or member, a copy of the company or organization I.D.; for students, a copy of the school I.D. or written endorsement signed by the supervising teacher, professor, or instructor.
Your prompt response will allow us to proceed with your request on time.
To respond to the request with ticket number #DOT-302878771617, please use the reply function located on the eFOI portal at https://savethedatev211152018-dot-efoi-ph.appspot.com/requests/aglzfmVmb2ktcGhyIAsSB0NvbnRlbnQiE0ZPSVBNTy01OTM3NzM2Njg1NjcM. 
You will have 60 calendar days from the time of response to provide the requested information. We kindly request that you respond as soon as possible.
Thank you.
Respectfully,
FOI Officer 
Department of Tourism

Hello! Attached is my school ID and signed endorsement letter from my thesis instructor in compliance with your requirements. 

Thank you!

Dear eFOI user,
Mabuhay!
Thank you for utilizing the eFOI portal (www.foi.gov.ph) and exercising your right to information under Executive Order No. 2, s. 2016 on Freedom of Information in the Executive Branch.
We have received your request on Annual inbound tourist arrivals by seaport (2019–2024), dated Jan. 15, 2025. We will respond and process your request on or before Feb. 10, 2025, in compliance with the Executive Order’s implementing rules and regulations.
Should you have any questions regarding this request, kindly contact me using the reply function on the eFOI portal at ticket number #DOT-302878771617.
Further, please be advised that this is a public site, and any information shared in this conversation thread will be visible to the public. Therefore, we kindly request that you refrain from disclosing any sensitive personal information or data in this thread.
Thank you.
Respectfully,
Records Office
FOI Officer
Department of Tourism

Dear Citizen,
We received your reply dated 18 January 2025 at 6:14 PM via the eFOI portal about your request for the annual number of tourist arrivals by seaport from 2019-2024, by country of origin, made under Executive Order No. 2 (s. 2016) on Freedom of Information in the Executive Branch.
We are now processing your request. Kindly give us until 12 February 2025 to respond regarding our findings.
Should you have any questions regarding your request, kindly contact us using the reply function on the eFOI portal using your unique Tracking Number #DOT-302878771617.
Thank you.
Respectfully,
DOT FOI Decision Maker

Dear Citizen,
Greetings!
Thank you for your request dated 15 January 2025 at 7:22 PM under Executive Order No. 2 s. 2016 on Freedom of Information in the Executive Branch.
Your Request
You asked for the annual number of tourist arrivals by seaport from 2019-2024.
Response to Request
While we aim to provide information whenever possible, in this instance we will have to deny your request. Upon coordination with DOT CALABARZON, the data on tourist arrivals kept by DOT are sourced from accommodation establishments and not from seaports.
If you wish to access the data, you may check this link: http://www.tourism.gov.ph/tourism_dem_sup_pub.aspx
You may also seek the assistance of the Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) through: https://www.foi.gov.ph/agencies/ppa/ or https://www.ppa.com.ph/content/ppa-freedom-information-request-form
For further assistance, you may review the FAQ section of the eFOI site: https://www.foi.gov.ph/help.
Your right to request a review
If you are unhappy with our response to your FOI request, you may ask us to carry out an internal review by writing a letter or email addressed to Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco of the Department of Tourism and sending it through the email address: [email protected]. Your review request should explain why you are dissatisfied with the response and should be made within 15 working days from the date you received this response. We will complete the review and tell you the result within 30 working days from the date when we receive your request for review.
If you are not satisfied with the result of the review, you then have the right to appeal to the Office of the President under Administrative Order No. 22 (s. 2011).
Feedback
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Thank you.
Respectfully,
DOT FOI Decision Maker