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Driver's License:

NEW LICENSE APPLICATION

• STUDENT'S PERMIT

Documents Required

1. Duly accomplished Application for Driver's License
2. Proof of identity

  • Original Birth Certificate with photocopy
  • NSO authenticated Birth Certificate with Official Receipt and photocopy
  • Original valid Passport with photocopy
  • A joint affidavit of two (2) disinterested persons who know the applicant and who can attest to the applicant's identity, accompanied by non-availability of record issued by the Local Civil Registry Office or NSO

3. Any legal or government issued document to prove his age and identity (SSS ID, PhilHealth ID, GSIS ID, TIN ID, Pag-ibig ID, Office ID)
4. Taxpayer's Identification Number (TIN)

Additional Requirements for Minor Applicants (16-18 yrs. old)

1. Letter of Parental/Guardian Consent duly notarized

Additional Requirements for Foreigners

1. Original Alien Certificate of Registration (ACR) with photocopy
2. Original valid Visa/Passport with photocopy and any of the following:

  • Permit to stay in the country for at least five (5) months and has stayed in the country for at least one (1) month
  • Contract from Philippine employer that certifies stay of at least five (5) months

Additional Requirements for Minor Foreigners (16-18 yrs. old)

1. Letter of Parental/Guardian Consent duly notarized
2. Original Alien Certificate of Registration (ACR) with photocopy
3. Original valid Visa/Passport with photocopy and any of the following:

  • Permit to stay in the country for at least five (5) months and has stayed in the country for at least one (1) month
  • Student's School ID

Application For Student's Permit

1. Proceed to the Customer Service Counter to have your documents checked for completeness, 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 the transaction counters to submit all required documents to the Evaluator.
3. Proceed to the Phototaking/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, present the Official Receipt and claim the temporary student permit/license.

• NON-PROFESSIONAL LICENSE

Qualifications :
1. Must be at least seventeen (17) years old.
2. Must be physically and mentally fit to operate a motor vehicle
3. Must not be a drug user or alcoholic
4. Must be able to read and write in Filipino or English
5. Must be clean, neat and presentable
 
Requirements :
1. Duly accomplished Application for Driver's License.
2. Valid Student Permit (at least one (1) month old)
3. Medical Certificate (from an LTO accredited or Government Physician) or valid AFP/PNP organic personnel ID
4. Negative Drug Test result (from DOH accredited drug testing center)
5. Taxpayer's Identification Number (TIN).
6. Must have passed the written and practical examination.
Fees and Charges :

     Application Fee                   Php.             25.00
     Computer Fee                                         52.80
     License Fee                                             180.00
     Computer Fee                                          52.80
     TOTAL                                                  310.60
Additional Requirements For Filipino/Foreigner with Valid or Expired Foreign License
1. Foreign License
- Original and photocopy of license
- Translation from Embassy/Consular Office (if license is not written in English)
2. Original valid Visa/Passport with photocopy (Foreigners)
Note: A foreign driver's license is not acceptable for conversion into Philippine driver's license if:
- The foreign license is not written in the English language; or
- The country of origin of the driver's license has no embassy in the Philippines

• PROFESSIONAL LICENSE

Qualifications :
1.  Must be at least eighteen (18) years old.
2.  Must be physically and mentally fit.
3.  Must not be a drug user or alcoholic.
4.  Must be able to read and write in Filipino or English.
5.  Must be clean, neat and presentable.
 
Requirements :
1.  Duly accomplished Application Form for Driver's License.
2.  Valid Student Permit (at least five (5) months old / NP - 4 mos. old).
3.  Medical Certificate (from an LTO accredited or Government Physician) or valid AFP/PNP organic personnel ID.
4.  Negative Drug Test result (from DOH accredited drug testing center)
5.  Taxpayer's Identification Number (TIN).
6.  Clearances
    -- NBI, Police or Court Clearance or Certificate from Commanding Officer, if a military personnel.
7.  Must have passed the written and practical examination.
Fees and Charges :

     License Fee                              Php.       240.00
     Computer Fee                                           52.80
     TOTAL                                                   292.80

     Application Fee                         Php.         25.00
     Computer Fee                                           52.80
     TOTAL                                                     77.80
Additional Requirements For Filipino/Foreigner with Valid or Expired Foreign License
1. Foreign License
- Original and photocopy of license
- Translation from Embassy/Consular Office (if license is not written in English)
2. Original valid Visa/Passport with photocopy (Foreigners)
Note: A foreign driver's license is not acceptable for conversion into Philippine driver's license if:
- The foreign license is not written in the English language; or
- The country of origin of the driver's license has no embassy in the Philippines

• CONDUCTOR'S LICENSE

Qualifications :
1.  Must be at least eighteen (18) years old.
2.  Must be physically and mentally fit.
3.  Must not be a drug user or alcoholic.
4.  Must be able to read and write in Filipino or English.
5.  Must be clean, neat and presentable.
Requirements :
1. Duly accomplished Application for Driver's License.
2. Proof of identity (Any of the following)
- Original and photocopy of Birth Certificate
- Any legal or government issued document to prove his/her age and identity (SSS ID, PhilHealth ID, GSIS ID, TIN ID, Pag-ibig ID, Company ID)
3. Clearances (Any of the following)
- NBI Clearance
- Police Clearance
- Court Clearance
4. Medical Certificate (from an LTO accredited or Government Physician)
5. Taxpayer's Identification Number (TIN)
6. Must have passed the written examination.
Fees and Charges :

     Application Fee                   Php.             25.00
     Computer Fee                                         52.80
     TOTAL                                                   77.80

     License Fee                         Php.           210.00
     Computer Fee                                          52.80
     TOTAL                                                  262.80

For more questions on Driver's License, check out http://www.lto.gov.ph/.