For many Filipinos, dealing with driver’s licenses and vehicle registration used to be a stressful ritual. Long lines that started before sunrise, multiple return visits, missing documents, and the uncomfortable presence of fixers were almost expected parts of the experience. People would file leave from work just to spend an entire day at an office,…

If you’ve ever tried securing an NBI appointment, you know the mix of emotions it brings—relief that it’s online now, and frustration when slots suddenly disappear. For many Filipinos, the NBI Clearance isn’t just another document. It’s a gatekeeper. No clearance often means no job, no travel, no license, no next step in life. I’ve…