Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources(BFAR)

October 17, 2023 Dear KEEN MIRANDA, I refer to my letter of Sep 28, 2023 03:20:37 PM; about your request under Executive Order No. 2 (s. 2016) on Freedom of Information in the Executive Branch, for Process of permit in captivating marine animals for aquarium and exhibits. Our response to your request is due on Oct 19, 2023 03:20:37 PM. Unfortunately, it is taking longer than expected to deal with your request because all the informations you requested is still on process to the concerned offices. I apologize for this delay but have applied for an extension so we could work further on your request. We hope to be able to send you a response on or before Nov 16, 2023 03:20:37 PM. Should you have any questions regarding your request, kindly contact me using the reply function on the eFOI portal at https://pcoomaster12222016133000-dot-efoi-ph.appspot.com/requests/aglzfmVmb2ktcGhyHgsSB0NvbnRlbnQiEUJGQVItNTM5MzQyMDg0NDQ3DA, for request with ticket number #BFAR-539342084447. Thank you. Respectfully, Central Office - MILDRED M. BUAZON FOI Officer

October 19, 2023 Dear KEEN MIRANDA, Greetings! Thank you for your request dated Sep 28, 2023 03:20:37 PM under Executive Order No. 2 (s. 2016) on Freedom of Information in the Executive Branch. Your Request You asked for Process of permit in captivating marine animals for aquarium and exhibits. Response to Request Your FOI request is approved. I enclose a copy of all of the information you requested. For numbers 1 and 2, please see the attached FAO No. 233 in Sections 26, 27, and 29. For number 3, attached herewith is the Application Form in case Mr. Miranda wishes to apply for permits. The permits e.g. Special Permit for Other Uses, Certificate of Aquatic Wildlife Registration (CAWR), and Clearance to operate will be issued once the documentary requirements have been complied. Your right to request a review To improve our services in eFOI request, please click the link below or scan the attached QR code for feedback purposes. Your feedback is highly appreciated. https://forms.office.com/r/dENApypcSS If you are unhappy with this response to your FOI request, you may ask us to carry out an internal review of the response by writing to Director's Office at [email protected]. Your review request should explain why you are dissatisfied with this response, and should be made within 15 calendar days from the date when you received this letter. We will complete the review and tell you the result within 30 calendar days from the date when we receive your review request. 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). Thank you. Respectfully, Central Office - MILDRED M. BUAZON FOI Receiving Officer