RoundaboutPhilippines
Traffic rules
Philippines
1. Roundabout
A roundabout is a circular road arrangement in which traffic travels around a central island in one designated direction. Vehicles enter and leave through connecting roads, and traffic signs or local rules determine who has priority.
Drivers should reduce speed, choose a suitable lane, observe all road users and signal as required when leaving. The direction of travel, entry priority, lane use and rules for cyclists and pedestrians depend on local traffic signs and regulations.
Who has priority at a roundabout in the Philippines?
The Philippine LTO manual says that a driver entering a roundabout or rotunda must yield to vehicles already inside. Follow any traffic officer, lights and lane controls at the junction.
How should you choose a roundabout lane in the Philippines?
Choose your intended exit before entering and follow the lane arrows and destination signs. Keep to the marked route and make any permitted lane change only when safe; having priority over entering traffic does not give you priority to change lanes.
Warning for a roundabout.
English • Traffic sign W2-7 • Roundabout ahead. Slow down and check the traffic before entering.
Filipino • W2-7 • Rotonda sa unahan. May rotonda sa unahan. Magbagal at tingnan ang trapiko bago pumasok.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Fliphtml5.com • LTO • Road Traffic Signs & Pavement Markings • p. 15 (pampublikong kopya)
🔗 Lto.gov.ph • LTO • opisyal na materyal
🔗 Scribd.com • DPWH • W2-7 (pampublikong kopya)
SVG source: Department of Public Works and Highways (Philippines) Sign redrawn by TagaSanPedroAko. • Public domain • Original revision 2015-06-11. Wikimedia original unmodified.
What should you check when leaving a roundabout in the Philippines?
Check the lane you will cross or enter, signal the manoeuvre as required and look for cyclists and pedestrians at the exit. Obey any separate crossing controls and do not force an exit across another vehicle’s path.
