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Oct 28, 2025

3 min

How to avail senior citizen discount in the Philippines?

In the Philippines, approximately 9.3 million senior citizens are entitled to numerous benefits under Republic Act 9994, also known as the 'Expanded Senior Citizens Act of 2010.' This authoritative guide explains exactly how to avail senior citizen discount in the Philippines, covering the necessary documents and procedures to maximize these privileges.

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Oct 26, 2025

4 min

Is senior citizen booklet no longer required in the Philippines? The new DOH policy explained

In December 2024, the Department of Health (DOH) announced that the senior citizen booklet is no longer required for availing medicine discounts, a move that delighted millions of elderly Filipinos. This change directly answers the question, “is senior citizen booklet no longer required in the Philippines?” and simplifies the process for seniors to access their rightful benefits.

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