The Land Transportation Office (LTO) issues three (3) types of Driver’s License in the Philippines. The Student’s Permit is issued to people who are just learning how to drive. The Non-Professional License for the people driving private vehicle. And lastly, the Professional License for the those engaged in business such as Public Utility Vehicles.
There are several requirements to apply for a Driver’s License and varies depending on the type of Driver’s License you’re applying.
Below are the Driver’s License Type, Requirements, Fees and Procedures according to type.
Source: NYTimes.Com
1. Original with photocopy of birth certificate.
2. For applicants below 18 years old, require parent’s or guardian’s written consent with photo copy of ID Card to prove his/her identity. If not accompanied by parent/guardian, the written consent must be duly notarized.
3. Taxpayer’s Identification Number (TIN) if employed
4. Duly accomplished Application for Driver’s License (ADL).
| Fees and Charges | Amount |
|---|---|
| Student Permit Fee | P 150.00 |
| Application Fee | P 100.00 |
| Computer Fee | P 67.63 |
| Total | P 317.63 |
1. Proceed to the Customer Service Counter to get your checklist of requirements and secure a Driver’s License Application Form. Get a queue number and wait for your number to be called.
2. When your number is called, proceed to evaluator counter and submit all the required documents and have it checked for completeness and authenticity.
3. Proceed to the Photo taking /Signature Area to have your picture and signature taken when your name is called.
4. Proceed to the Cashier when your name is called to pay the necessary fees and obtain an Official Receipt.
5. Proceed to the Releasing Counter when your name is called and present the Official Receipt and claim the Student Driver’s Permit
1. Original and photocopy of passport with visa duration of at least five (5) months from date of application and any of the following:
2. For applicant below 18 years old, require parent’s or guardian’s written consent with photocopy of ID card to prove his/her identity. If not accompanied by parent/guardian, the written consent must be duly notarized.
3. Duly accomplished Application for Driver’s License (ADL).
1. Proceed to the Customer Service Counter to get your checklist of requirements and secure a Driver’s License Application Form. Get a queue number and wait for your number to be called.
2. When your number is called, proceed to evaluator counter and submit all the required documents and have it checked for completeness and authenticity.
3. Proceed to the Photo taking /Signature Area to have your picture and signature taken when your name is called.
4. Proceed to the Cashier when your name is called to pay the necessary fees and obtain an Official Receipt.
5. Proceed to the Releasing Counter when your name is called and present the Official Receipt and claim the Student Driver’s Permit.
For Metro Manila Applicants: Licensing Section – Central Office East Avenue, Quezon City
For Provincial Applicants: Any Licensing Center/ Designated District Office
Non-Professional Driver’s License Qualifications:
1. Duly accomplished Application form for Driver’s License (ADL).
2. Valid Student Permit (at least 1 month old)
3. Medical Certificate with Official Receipt (from LTO accredited or Government physician)
4. Negative drug test result (from a DOH accredited drug testing center & Government Hospital)
5. Taxpayer’s Identification Number (TIN) if employed
6. Must have passed the written and practical examinations
1. Proceed to the Customer Service Counter to get your checklist of requirements and secure a Driver’s License Application Form. (This form is available for download here. You can accomplish this form prior to transacting your business at the LTO.) Get a queue number and wait for your number to be called.
2. When your number is called, proceed to evaluator counter and submit all the required documents and have it checked for completeness and authenticity.
3. Proceed to the Photo taking /Signature Area to have your picture and signature taken when your name is called.
4. Proceed to the Cashier when your name is called to pay the application fee.
5. Proceed to the Examination Room for the lecture and written exam.
6. After passing the written examination, wait for your name to be called for the practical exam.
7. After passing the practical examination, proceed to the Cashier when your name is called for payment of necessary fees and obtain an Official Receipt.
8. Proceed to the Releasing Counter when your name is called, present the Official Receipt and claim the Card type license.
Any Licensing Center/ District Office with New Driver’s License Transactions
| Fees and Charges | Amount |
|---|---|
| Application Fee | P 100.00 |
| Computer Fee | P 67.63 |
| Total | P 167.63 |
| Fees and Charges | Amount |
|---|---|
| License Fee | P 350.00 |
| Computer Fee | P 67.63 |
| Total | P 417.63 |
New Professional Driver’s License Qualifications:
1. Duly accomplished Application form for Driver’s License (ADL) [Download this form here].
2. Valid Student Permit (at least 5 month old / NP – 4 month old)
3. Medical Certificate with Official Receipt (from LTO accredited or Government physician)
4. Negative drug test result (from a DOH accredited drug testing center & Government Hospital)
5. Taxpayer’s Identification Number (TIN)
6. Clearances
a. NBI or Police or Court Clearance
7. Must have passed the written and practical examinations
1. Proceed to the Customer Service Counter to get your checklist of requirements and secure a Driver’s License Application Form. (This form is available for download here. You can accomplish this form prior to transacting your business at the LTO.) Get a queue number and wait for your number to be called.
2. When your number is called, proceed to evaluator counter and submit all the required documents and have it checked for completeness and authenticity.
3. Proceed to the Photo taking /Signature Area to have your picture and signature taken when your name is called.
4. Proceed to the Cashier when your name is called to pay the application fee.
5. Proceed to the Examination Room for the lecture and written exam.
6. After passing the written examination, wait for your name to be called for the practical exam.
7. After passing the practical examination, proceed to the Cashier when your name is called for payment of necessary fees and obtain an Official Receipt.
8. Proceed to the Releasing Counter when your name is called, present the Official Receipt and claim the Card type license.
Any Licensing Center/ District Office with New Driver’s License Transactions
| Fees and Charges | Amount |
|---|---|
| Application Fee | P 100.00 |
| Computer Fee | P 67.63 |
| Total | P 167.63 |
| Fees and Charges | Amount |
|---|---|
| License Fee | P 350.00 |
| Computer Fee | P 67.63 |
| Total | P 417.63 |
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