After seven months of free use for the general public, San Miguel Corporation (SMC) has announced that they will finally start charging the use of the 18-kilometer Skyway Stage 3. SMC has announced that they will start collecting toll rates along the Skyway Stage 3 beginning July 12, 2021.

San Miguel Corporation president and chief operating officer Mr. Ramon S. Ang has told the public that they have devised a pricing plan that is significantly lower than what was originally planned. The revised toll matrix has already been approved by the Toll Regulatory Board (TRB). The new toll fees are a little more palatable for consumers traversing the new tollway, especially for shorter trips.

“We thank the TRB for helping us determine the most equitable toll rates for our motorists.  We know from experience that times are hard for many, and even a little relief for motorists can go a long way. These toll rates reflect our deferral of the collection of a substantial amount of the cost to build Skyway 3. We also further lowered the rates for those traveling shorter distances,” Ang said.

Here’s the official toll fees:

Mr. Ramon Ang revealed that the toll rates for the Skyway Stage 3 starting July 12, 2021, would enable the company to “continue efficient operations, maintenance, and safe driving conditions on the elevated expressway–particularly as daily traffic puts a heavy strain on the road infrastructure, necessitating significant maintenance costs.” Furthermore, toll fees are subject to 12 percent value-added tax. This will help the government generate income which can be used to further improve the overall road conditions here in the country.