The Civil Service Commission (CSC) has released a new Dress Code for government officials and employees to follow during official duties, applicable both within and outside government facilities.
Outlined in CSC Resolution No. 24000766, issued on August 29, 2024, the CSC has set forth revised dress code guidelines designed to enhance the morale, professionalism, and productivity of the more than two million civil servants, whether they are working on-site or in flexible settings.
The Revised Dress Code is consistent with the enforcement of Republic Act No. 9242, known as the Philippine Tropical Fabrics Law, the Joint Memorandum Circular No. 1, s. 2020 by CSC, DOH, and DOLE, which pertains to Occupational Safety and Health Standards for the Public Sector, and CSC Resolution No. 2200209, which relates to Policies on Flexible Work Arrangements in Government. The updated guidelines also take into consideration contemporary social issues such as gender equality, disability considerations, and social diversity.
This dress code applies to all government officials and employees, regardless of their employment status, whether appointed or elected, across all government entities and organizations. This includes constitutional bodies, departments, bureaus, and agencies of the national government, government-owned and controlled corporations with original charters, local government units, as well as state universities and colleges.
Official Attire
Under the Revised Dress Code, government officials and employees must wear ASEAN-inspired attire or clothing influenced by the traditional garments of ASEAN member states, including the Philippines; Filipiniana-inspired outfits reflecting Filipino culture, heritage, and customs; and agency-prescribed office uniforms.
The official attire shall be in accordance with the following schedule: ASEAN-inspired clothing on the first Monday of the month; Filipiniana-inspired clothing from second to fourth Mondays of the month; agency-prescribed office uniform from Tuesday to Friday and on weekends; and smart casual attire on days without agency-prescribed uniform.
Government agencies shall prescribe agency uniform that are suitable for the workplace and employee's duties. The use of Philippine Tropical Fabrics is required for the set of uniforms or a part thereof, not as a mere clothing embellishment or adornment, while Personal Protective Equipment must also be provided for employees exposed to occupational hazards.
Officials and employees may choose to wear the agency-prescribed uniform that aligns with their gender preferences, identity, and expression.
The CSC also reminded that the Anti-Red Tape Act Identification card shall be worn during office hours or on official duty as it forms part of the agency-prescribed office uniform.
In addition, the Revised Dress Code clarifies that grooming requirements such as hairstyle, haircut, or hair color, may only be mandated if they are necessary for safety, professionalism, uniformity, branding, or client preferences.
Government officials and employees are prohibited from wearing the following during official functions, whether on-site or virtual: collarless t-shirts, plunging necklines, sleeveless tops, sando/tank tops, tube tops, halters, strapless or spaghetti-strap blouses (unless as undershirts), leggings, above-the-knee skirts, shorts, cycling or jogging pants (except during physical activities), ripped jeans, sandals, slippers, or exposed-toe shoes, and excessive jewelry or heavy makeup, among others.
On the other hand, exemptions may be granted based on job type, such as for uniformed personnel, medical professionals, and laboratory technicians, as well as for employees with religious beliefs, physical disabilities, or health conditions; pregnant; or those in mourning.
Agency heads, upon consultation with the officials and employees, shall formulate and adopt internal rules and procedures on the implementation of the Revised Dress Code within six months from the date of its effectivity on 8 December 2024.
The Revised Dress Code for Government Officials and Employees, as circularized through CSC Memorandum Circular No. 16, s. 2024, is available via the CSC website at https://www.csc.gov.ph/.
Revised Dress Code for Government Employees from CSC
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