Safe, Swift and Smart Passage explained

Safe, Swift and Smart Passage
Language:English
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Country Of Origin:Philippines
Area Served:Philippines
Owner:Department of Science and Technology (DOST)
Author:DOST Region VI
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Services:Local COVID-19 travel restriction information, local travel permit processing
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Commercial:No
Registration:Yes (for travel permit processing)
Num Users:3 million (October 2021)
Current Status:Online
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Safe, Swift and Smart Passage (S-PaSS) is an online travel management system of the Department of Science and Technology used for domestic travel during the COVID-19 pandemic in the Philippines when varying levels of travel restrictions was imposed in local government units. It is used as a platform for individuals to check on prevailing travel policies and requirements in a specific LGU as well as secure travel coordination permits (TCP) and travel pass-through permits (TPP) from local governments.[1] [2] [3]

Described as a "one-stop online communication and coordination platform for travelers and local government units", S-PaSS was launched on March 26, 2021.[2] It was developed by the DOST's Region VI (Western Visayas) office.[1]

As of October 1, 2021, the S-PaSS have at least 3 million registered users.[4]

Notes and References

  1. News: Luci-Atienza . Charissa . DOST records over 1.2 million S-PaSS registrants . 14 August 2021 . Manila Bulletin . 28 May 2021.
  2. News: Arayata . Maria Cristina . Gov't launches S-PaSS . 14 August 2021 . Philippine News Agency . 26 March 2021.
  3. News: Marquez . Consuelo . DOST to launch travel management system 'S-PaSS' amid restrictions . 14 August 2021 . GMA News Online . en.
  4. News: Arayata . Maria Cristina . S-PaSS users now over 3-M . 7 October 2021 . Philippine News Agency . 1 October 2021 . en.