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• Sunday No coding
• Monday 1, 2
• Tuesday 3, 4
• Wednesday 5, 6 Today
• Thursday 7, 8
• Friday 9, 0
• Saturday No coding

This guide explains the complete QC coding schedule, plate number restrictions, covered roads, exemptions, and traffic violation fines. You'll also learn when coding is suspended and how to check official traffic advisories before driving in Quezon City.

Quick Answer: Quezon City Coding Hours 2026

Traffic Rule	Schedule
Morning coding hours	7:00 AM – 10:00 AM
QC coding window hours	10:01 AM – 4:59 PM
Evening coding hours	5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Night free hours	8:01 PM – 6:59 AM
Coding days	Monday to Friday
Weekends	No number coding
Standard MMDA coding fine	₱500

These are the regular MMDA Expanded Unified Vehicular Volume Reduction Program (UVVRP) hours. Temporary suspensions and local traffic advisories may affect enforcement.

What are the coding hours in Quezon City right now?

Quezon City follows the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority's (MMDA) Expanded Unified Vehicular Volume Reduction Program (UVVRP). This number coding scheme limits private vehicle movement during weekday rush hours based on the last digit of a license plate.

The restrictions apply during two daily periods. The first runs from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM, while the second runs from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Motorists with coded plates can travel outside these hours unless another local restriction applies.

Here is the regular daily schedule:

Time	Coding Status	Can a Coded Vehicle Drive?
12:00 AM – 6:59 AM	Free hours	Yes
7:00 AM – 10:00 AM	Morning restriction	No
10:01 AM – 4:59 PM	Window hours	Yes
5:00 PM – 8:00 PM	Evening restriction	No
8:01 PM – 11:59 PM	Free hours	Yes

For example, if your plate ends at 2, Monday is your coding day. You cannot drive on covered QC roads during the morning and evening restriction periods. However, you may travel during the midday window or after 8:00 PM.

The regular schedule does not automatically tell you whether coding is suspended on a particular date. Check official MMDA announcements before leaving home, especially during holidays or severe weather.

Quezon City Window Hours Explained

Quezon City coding window hours run from 10:01 AM to 4:59 PM on weekdays. These are the hours between the morning and evening restrictions when vehicles with coded plates can use roads covered by the standard MMDA schedule. There is also an overnight free period from 8:01 PM until 6:59 AM the following morning. This gives drivers another option for traveling outside restricted hours.

For example, a driver with a Wednesday-coded plate can schedule appointments or deliveries between 10:01 AM and 4:59 PM. The vehicle must be off restricted roads before the evening coding period begins.

These window hours are especially useful for motorists traveling through Commonwealth Avenue, Quezon Avenue, EDSA, and other busy Metro Manila corridors.

Can You Enter During Window Hours and Exit After Coding Resumes?

Yes, you can enter a covered road during the permitted window. However, entering before 5:00 PM does not give you permission to continue driving after the evening restriction starts. Suppose your plate is coded and you enter Quezon Avenue at 4:30 PM. 

If heavy traffic keeps you on the road at 5:15 PM, you may still be cited for a coding violation. The same principle applies before the morning window begins. Drivers should not assume they can remain on restricted roads simply because their journey started earlier.

Practical tip: Finish your journey or reach a lawful parking area before the coding restriction resumes. Allow extra time for traffic, roadworks, and unexpected delays.

Quezon City Coding Hours Schedule by Plate Number

The Quezon City number coding scheme follows the same weekday plate-number pattern used by the MMDA across Metro Manila. Your assigned coding day depends on the final numerical digit of your vehicle's license plate.

Day	Restricted Plate Numbers	Window Hours
Monday	1 and 2	10:01 AM – 4:59 PM
Tuesday	3 and 4	10:01 AM – 4:59 PM
Wednesday	5 and 6	10:01 AM – 4:59 PM
Thursday	7 and 8	10:01 AM – 4:59 PM
Friday	9 and 0	10:01 AM – 4:59 PM
Saturday	None	No coding
Sunday	None	No coding

For example, a plate ending in 7 is restricted on Thursday. A plate ending in 0 is coded on Friday. These restrictions apply during the morning and evening coding sessions, not throughout the entire day.

For newly registered vehicles without permanent plates, an applicable valid conduction sticker may determine the coding day under MMDA rules. Motorists should confirm their vehicle's registration details when the assigned number is unclear.

Interactive Plate Restriction Checker

You can check your QC coding day by matching the last numerical digit of your license plate with the schedule above. For example, a plate ending in 4 is coded on Tuesday, while a plate ending in 9 is coded on Friday. If your plate is coded, check the time before entering a covered road.

An interactive plate restriction checker can make this process easier by letting motorists select a digit from 0 to 9 and immediately view the corresponding restriction day. However, a plate checker only shows the regular schedule and cannot confirm unexpected MMDA suspensions.

Which Quezon City Roads are Covered by Coding?

Number coding applies to major roads and other public roads covered by the applicable MMDA or local traffic regulations. These routes connect Quezon City with Manila, Pasig, Caloocan, and neighboring Metro Manila areas.

Motorists should pay particular attention to the following major corridors:

Road or Avenue	Area or Route
EDSA	Quezon City section of C-4
Commonwealth Avenue	Philcoa, Batasan, and Fairview corridor
Quezon Avenue	Major east-west QC corridor
Katipunan Avenue / C-5	Balara, Loyola Heights, and connecting C-5 sections
C.P. Garcia Avenue	C-5 corridor near UP Diliman
Aurora Boulevard	Cubao and New Manila corridor
Araneta Avenue	C-3 corridor
Tandang Sora Avenue	Northern and eastern QC connections
E. Rodriguez Sr. Avenue	New Manila and surrounding districts
Mindanao Avenue	Northern Quezon City
Quirino Highway	Novaliches area
Roosevelt / FPJ Avenue	Northern QC corridor
East Avenue	Diliman government and business district
Timog Avenue and Tomas Morato Avenue	South Triangle and nearby commercial areas

These are important routes to check when planning a trip, not an exhaustive official list of every coded street. Exact coverage depends on road jurisdiction and the traffic rules in force. A common mistake is assuming that coding applies only where an MMDA traffic officer is standing. A road may still be covered even when no enforcer is visible.

Is EDSA covered by coding in Quezon City?

Yes. The Quezon City section of Epifanio de los Santos Avenue (EDSA) is covered by the MMDA number coding scheme. Vehicles with restricted plate numbers cannot use the covered EDSA corridor from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM or 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM on their assigned coding days.

Drivers traveling through Cubao, North Avenue, and other EDSA intersections should consider traffic delays before entering the road. The standard midday window allows coded vehicles to travel between 10:01 AM and 4:59 PM.

Which Roads Don’t Follow Coding Hours in Quezon City?

Some roads outside the applicable MMDA and local government number coding jurisdiction do not follow the standard restrictions. These commonly include controlled-access toll expressways.

Examples include:

• North Luzon Expressway (NLEX): Its controlled-access mainline is outside the ordinary Metro Manila number coding scheme.
• Skyway System: The elevated toll expressway is not subject to the standard MMDA plate restriction.
• Other toll expressways: Separate expressway rules apply, rather than ordinary city-street coding hours.

However, using an exempt expressway does not automatically exempt the connecting roads.

For example, a coded vehicle may travel on NLEX during its restricted day. Once the driver exits onto a covered Quezon City road, the number coding restriction may apply immediately.

Do not assume that every road called a national highway is exempt. Many national and circumferential roads within Metro Manila are covered by the UVVRP.

Rules for Residential Subdivisions and Barangay Roads

Private subdivision roads and controlled-access village streets may operate under different access arrangements from public highways. However, smaller barangay roads are not automatically exempt from number coding simply because they are residential. Public street coverage depends on the applicable traffic regulations and local enforcement authority.

Motorists leaving a subdivision onto roads such as Tandang Sora Avenue, Visayas Avenue, or Congressional Avenue should check their coding day before entering the public road. Avoid relying on residential shortcuts as a guaranteed way to bypass traffic restrictions. When road coverage is uncertain, contact the Quezon City Traffic and Transport Management Department (TTMD).

Do Provincial Plates follow Coding in Quezon City?

Yes. Provincial and out-of-town vehicles generally follow the same number coding rules when traveling on covered Quezon City roads. The restriction is based on the vehicle's license plate, not the province where it was registered. A private car registered outside Metro Manila does not receive an automatic exemption.

For example, a vehicle from Bulacan with a plate ending in 6 follows the Wednesday restriction when entering Quezon City. Drivers traveling from nearby provinces should check their routes before reaching Commonwealth Avenue, EDSA, or other covered roads. Planning travel during window hours can help avoid violations.

Does Number Coding Apply in Quezon City on Weekends and Holidays?

The standard MMDA number coding scheme does not operate on Saturdays and Sundays. It is also suspended on regular and special non-working holidays under the applicable MMDA rules. This means private motorists can normally travel without weekday plate restrictions during these periods.

Occasion	Regular Coding Status
Saturday	Not enforced
Sunday	Not enforced
Regular national holidays	Suspended
Special non-working holidays	Suspended
Ordinary working holidays	Check official advisory
Severe weather or emergencies	Depends on official announcement

For example, the MMDA suspended number coding on August 21, 2026, for Ninoy Aquino Day, a special non-working holiday.

However, drivers should distinguish between a declared non-working holiday and an ordinary commemorative or working holiday. Coding may remain active if the day is not covered by a suspension. Always confirm with the MMDA when planning a trip on a special date.

What Vehicles Are Exempt from Quezon City Number Coding?

Several vehicle categories qualify for exemptions under the MMDA UVVRP. These exemptions help maintain essential transportation, emergency services, and public operations during restricted hours.

The commonly recognized exempt categories include:

• Public utility vehicles (PUVs): Eligible public transport vehicles operating under applicable regulations.
• Transport Network Vehicle Services (TNVS): Authorized and qualified ride-hailing units.
• Motorcycles: Exempt from the regular MMDA number coding scheme.
• Emergency vehicles: Ambulances, fire trucks, and other qualifying emergency-response vehicles.
• Marked government vehicles: Authorized government vehicles covered by the applicable exemption.
• Marked media vehicles: Vehicles meeting MMDA exemption conditions.
• Garbage and petroleum delivery trucks: Qualifying vehicles under the relevant rules.
• Vehicles transporting perishable or essential goods: Eligible vehicles operating within the prescribed exemption conditions.

Drivers should verify any required markings, registration documents, or accreditation before claiming an exemption.

Being a senior citizen does not automatically exempt a private vehicle from number coding. Similarly, possession of a PWD ID should not be treated as a universal exemption without confirming the applicable vehicle and permit requirements.

Do Electric, Hybrid, and Ride-Hailing Vehicles Follow QC Coding?

Eligible electric vehicles receive a number coding exemption under the Electric Vehicle Industry Development Act (EVIDA), also known as Republic Act No. 11697. The law covers recognized electric vehicle categories, including Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs), Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEVs), and Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs). Its number coding incentive is provided under Section 25.

However, not every vehicle marketed as a hybrid automatically qualifies. Owners of mild-hybrid vehicles should confirm their model's official classification and recognition with the Department of Energy (DOE). Ride-hailing vehicles may also qualify when they are properly authorized under the Transport Network Vehicle Service rules. An ordinary private car used informally for paid trips should not be assumed exempt.

Vehicle owners can consult the Department of Energy website for current EVIDA implementation and recognized EV information.

When is Coding Suspended in Quezon City?

Quezon City number coding may be suspended during official public holidays, severe weather, emergencies, or other periods announced by the MMDA. The usual reasons include regular and special non-working holidays, government-directed suspensions, and special MMDA traffic advisories.

Quezon City also observes Quezon Day on August 19, marking the birth anniversary of former President Manuel L. Quezon. This is a special non-working holiday in the city. However, drivers should verify whether a local suspension also covers MMDA-managed roads such as EDSA and C-5. Temporary suspension rules can differ between city-managed streets and roads under MMDA jurisdiction.

Another important distinction concerns the State of the Nation Address (SONA). Motorists should not assume that coding is suspended for every SONA. For the July 27, 2026 SONA, the MMDA stated that no number coding suspension had been announced.

Likewise, heavy rainfall does not automatically make every road coding-free. Although the MMDA announced weather-related suspensions in August 2026, drivers should wait for a confirmed advisory.

How to Check Official QC and MMDA Coding Advisories

Before driving on your coding day, check whether the normal schedule is still in effect.

1. Visit the official MMDA website or its verified social media channels.
2. Check the latest number coding announcement and its effective date.
3. Visit the Quezon City Government website for local traffic advisories.
4. Confirm whether the announcement covers the specific roads you plan to use.
5. If you need clarification, contact MMDA Hotline 136 or QC Helpline 122.

Check the publication date carefully. An old holiday suspension notice may appear in search results even though it does not apply to your travel date.

Quezon City Coding Violation fine and NCAP

The standard fine for violating the MMDA number coding scheme is ₱500 under the Metro Manila Single Ticketing System, which follows the Metro Manila Traffic Code of 2023. Drivers may receive a citation for operating a coded vehicle on a restricted road during prohibited hours. The issuing authority and details of the violation determine the appropriate payment process.

Quezon City also operates the No Contact Apprehension Program (NCAP). This system uses CCTV cameras and digital technology to document traffic violations without requiring an officer to stop every vehicle. The city government confirmed that its NCAP system was active in early October 2026. Authorized personnel review detected incidents before issuing a Notice of Violation (NOV).

An NCAP notice is sent to the registered vehicle owner using information from the Land Transportation Office (LTO). The notice identifies the alleged offense, location, date, and applicable fine. NCAP covers multiple traffic offenses. Motorists should check the actual violation listed on a notice rather than assuming every camera record concerns number coding.

How to Check and Pay a Quezon City Coding Violation

The correct payment portal depends on whether the violation was issued by the Quezon City Government or the MMDA.

For Quezon City-issued NCAP violations:

1. Visit nocontact.quezoncity.gov.ph.
2. Select the option to check for violations.
3. Enter the required plate number and MV File Number or Notice of Violation number.
4. Review the recorded offense, evidence, and fine.
5. Use the linked QC e-Services portal to complete an eligible payment.

For MMDA-issued violations on national roads:

1. Visit mayhulika.mmda.gov.ph.
2. Enter your plate number and MV File Number, or the ticket details requested.
3. Review the violation record.
4. Follow the official payment instructions.
5. Save your payment receipt for future reference.

Quezon City's official NCAP guidance states that applicable city-issued notices should be settled within 10 working days of receipt to avoid an LTO registration alarm, unless a valid protest is filed under the prescribed process.

If you believe a violation was issued incorrectly, review the evidence and use the relevant official contest procedure before the deadline. For QC NCAP inquiries, the city lists (02) 8295-8045 as its contact number.

Quezon City Coding Hours vs other Metro Manila Cities

Quezon City follows the standard MMDA rush-hour coding schedule used across much of Metro Manila. However, drivers should not assume every city has identical restrictions.

The biggest difference concerns Makati, which applies a longer number coding period on roads governed by its local scheme.

City	Regular Coding Hours	Window Hours
Quezon City	7:00–10:00 AM and 5:00–8:00 PM	10:01 AM–4:59 PM
Manila	Standard MMDA schedule on covered roads	10:01 AM–4:59 PM
Pasig	Standard MMDA schedule on covered roads	10:01 AM–4:59 PM
Mandaluyong	Standard MMDA schedule on covered roads	10:01 AM–4:59 PM
San Juan	Standard MMDA schedule on covered roads	10:01 AM–4:59 PM
Makati	7:00 AM–7:00 PM on locally covered roads	No midday window

City-specific ordinances, exemptions, and road jurisdiction can change how these restrictions apply. Motorists traveling between Quezon City, Pasig, Mandaluyong, and Makati should check the rules at their destination as well as their starting point.

FAQs about QC Coding

Is there coding in Quezon City today?

Quezon City normally follows number coding from Monday to Friday, except during official suspensions. Check your vehicle's last plate digit and the current MMDA advisory to determine whether the restriction applies today.

Are motorcycles coded in Quezon City?

No. Motorcycles are exempt from the regular MMDA UVVRP number coding scheme in Quezon City. However, motorcycle riders must still follow traffic signals, lane regulations, helmet requirements, and other applicable laws.

Can I drive during coding hours for a medical emergency?

An ordinary private vehicle does not automatically become exempt from number coding because of a medical emergency. If urgent medical transport is needed, contact emergency services through QC Helpline 122. For other circumstances, contact the relevant traffic authority for guidance instead of assuming an exemption applies.

Conclusion

Quezon City coding hours in 2026 follow two weekday restriction periods: 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Coded vehicles can use the standard midday window from 10:01 AM to 4:59 PM or travel during the overnight free hours.

Before driving, check your license plate's last digit, review your route, and confirm whether your vehicle qualifies for an exemption. Remember that expressway access, provincial registration, and local holidays do not necessarily remove restrictions on every road.

For the safest travel plan, follow the latest MMDA and Quezon City advisories rather than relying only on a fixed coding schedule.