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Driver's Guide May 2001

LTO REQUIRES TAXPAYER IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (TIN) FOR DRIVER'S LICENSE AND VEHICLE
REGISTRATION APPLICATIONS

Since March 2001, the Land Transportation Office (LTO-NCR), by order of a memorandum circular
issued by the LTO-NCR Regional Director, now requires applicants to secure a Taxpayer
Identification Number (TIN) from the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) before they can
apply/transact for student, non-professional and professional driver's permits and vehicle
registration.

This was brought about by Executive Order Number 98 dated April 28, 1999 from the Office of the
President directing all government agencies, instrumentalities, local government units, and
government-owned or controlled corporations to include the TIN as part of the essential
requirements in all applications for a government permit, license, clearance, official paper or
document.

DRIVER'S LICENSE

Any person who wishes to drive a vehicle needs to get a driver's license and the vehicle must be
registered with the Land Transportation Office (LTO). The Student Permit is valid for 12 months
while the Professional and Non-Professional licenses are valid for 3 years. Your license expires on
your birthday of the 3rd year of issuance. Renewal may be done 3 months before the expiration of
the license. You will be issued a Driver's License Receipt (DLR) when you apply for a professional or
non-professional license, renew, get a duplicate license and/or request for a change in name and
address. This serves as your temporary driver's license and is valid for 60 days. The DLR should be
renewed before it lapses or until you get hold of your card type license. Check out the following
documents/requirements needed before transacting with the LTO. Do not pay more than the
necessary fees. Never deal with fixers at all costs!

Student Permit

At least 16 years old

Physically and mentally fit
Knows how to read and write
Apply personally with the following:
Birth certificate, affidavit of parents' consent, 2 pcs. 1x1 ID photo
Total fee: P75.00

Non-Professional

At least 17 years old

Student Permit (1 month from date of issue)
Medical Certificate
30 minutes review, Pass written exam
Actual road test
Picture for ID card type license shall be taken after actual exam and could be in possession
after 3 to 6 months.

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Total fee: P180.00

Professional

At least 18 years old

Student Permit (at least 5 months)
Non-Professional License (4 months)
Medical Certificate
Pass written exam (40 out of 60)
Pass actual road test
Total fee: P240.00

Renewal
Submit old license
Total fee: Non-Professional - P180.00, Professional - P240.00

Lost License

Affidavit of loss
Clearance from Law Enforcement Service of LTO
Certificate from Licensing Section of LTO Central
Total fee: Non-Professional - P90.00, Professional - P120.00

Change of Name

Personal appearance
Sworn statement of reason for change
Legal documents to support change of name (e.g. marriage contract)
Filled-up form
Total fee: Non-Professional - P120.00, Professional - P150.00

Change of Address

Submit Original Card

Fill application form
Total fee: Non-Professional - P120.00, Professional - P150.00

Phil. International Driver's License

Original Driver's License

2 photocopies of original license
2 passport-sized colored photos
Total fee: P625.00

International License
Filipinos traveling abroad may apply for an international driver's license if they plan to drive a vehicle
in a foreign country. The Philippine International Driver's License is issued by the Philippine Motor
Association. Acquiring the license comes with membership renewable every year.
If you are a foreigner
Tourists or transients with valid driver's license from their country may be allowed to drive not
exceeding 90 days of their stay in the country. Beyond that, they are required to secure a
non-professional driver's license at any LTO Office. The applicant must bring the original license and
two photocopies. If the contents are not written in English, a translation should be secured from
their respective embassy. If the foreign license is expired, the applicant will undergo a written exam
and the actual road test.

Traffic Violation Tickets

Temporary Operator’s Permit – valid 72 hours

Traffic Violation Receipt – valid 7 days

Penal Provisions

*Violation and penalties under Department Order 93-693

Driving without license – P750 and imprisonment

Delinquent, invalid, suspended, revoked license – P300 and / or imprisonment
Failure to show, carry, sign license - P150
Driving under the influence of liquor/drugs – P2000 and/or imprisonment
Allowing an unlicensed person to drive – P750
Use/possession of fake license – P1500 and confiscation (w/o license – disqualification)
Allowing another person to use license – P500 and suspension
Use/involvement of motor vehicle in committing a crime – P1500 and revocation
Student driver not accompanied by a licensed person – P200
Reckless driving – 1st Offense P500, 2nd Offense P750 and suspension, 3rd Offense P1000
and revocation
Illegal turning, overtaking, parking – P150 each

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Failure to: give way to emergency vehicles, give turn signal, yield the right of way, dim
headlights to oncoming vehicles, notch handbrake/turn off engine of MV when unattended –
P150 each
Disregarding traffic signs, traffic lights, enforcers and obstruction – P150 each
Driving against traffic – P150 (MMDA – P2000, suspension and seminar)
Arrogance / Discourtesy - P150
Cutting an overtaken vehicle - P150
Driving in sleeveless shirt - P100
Driving in slippers - P100

Ban on use of cell phones while driving in Metro Manila

(MMDA Regulation No. 97-001, pursuant to Sec. 6 of RA 7924)
Drivers of vehicles caught using cellular phones and/or handset radios while operating/driving a
motor vehicle shall be penalized by a fine of P200.00 per offense. Drivers using cellular phones
and/or handset radios with hands-free devices are exempted from this regulation.

Handy note to keep in the glove compartment in case some cop stops you and tries to
overcharge or apprehend you for non-valid reasons.

Ever been surprised by an apprehending traffic officer with a violation you haven't heard of? Every
motorist, at least once in his lifetime has been apprehended by a traffic officer. Sometimes, you are
surprised by the apprehending officer with a 'new' or improvised traffic violation, or at times it might
be something real that you just haven't heard of. Knowing the violations might save you money and
trouble. There are also some instances of wrong apprehensions, like the very popular 'driving
without license' violation. Do not by all means allow the apprehending officer to get away with
this, when you really have a license but did not bring it, this would only mean a Failure to carry
driver's license when operating motor vehicle with a fine of 150 bucks compared to 750 bucks from
Driving without license.

Be reminded that when confronting the traffic officer to be calm and polite. Shouting or yelling at the
traffic officer will also get you in trouble. There is a violation called 'Arrogance or Discourtesy
towards a traffic officer' which will impose a 150 pesos fine on you. Also be reminded to bring
along with you your spare tire, as this will also result in a violation with a fine of 150 bucks. Bring
along your Early Warning Device or buy one if you don't have one yet. This will save you 100 bucks
and another 300 bucks in case your car stalls or if you suddenly need a little roadside repair. Last but
not least, please do remember to fasten your safety belts, 300 bucks isn't a joke. And if you don't
have one in your vehicle, better get one, coz it wouldn't cost you more than 1,000 bucks. Don't
forget that using your mobile phone, be it calling, answering a call, or texting is also a violation of
the law unless you have a handsfree kit installed. Texting is still not permitted even with the
installation of a handsfree kit since the kit does affect texting.

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Vehicle Registration

| Schedule | Imported Motor Vehicle | Locally Assembled | Renewal/Transfer | Duplicate/Mortgage |

Change Motor/Color/Body/Restamping | Registration Rates | Violation Penalties

SCHEDULE OF REGISTRATION

The date of registration is based on the digits of the license plate issued. The last digit corresponds to the
month and the middle digit indicates the weekly deadline for registration. Motor vehicles must be registered
one month before and until the last working day of the weekly deadline.

MONTH LAST DIGIT MIDDLE DIGIT WEEK

January 1 1,2,3 1st
February 2 4,5,6 2nd
March 3 7,8 3rd
April 4 9,0 4th
May 5
June 6
July 7
August 8
September 9
October 0
Recently, the LTO has made it mandatory that all motor vehicles must have an Early Warning Device
(EWD) before it can be granted a certificate of registration. Vehicles caught without an EWD will be
fined P100.00. Motorists may buy or just make their own EWD's as long as it conforms with the
specifications set by the LTO.

Imported Motor Vehicle

Original Invoice

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Certificate of Payment of Taxes (CPT)

Confirmation of CPT from Registration Section, LTO Central Office
PNP-TMC Clearance
Insurance Certificate of Cover
Actual Inspection of Motor Vehicle and Motor Vehicle Inspection Report (MVIR)
Early Warning Device (EWD)

Locally Assembled/Rebuilt

Confirmation of Dealer's Report from Registration Section, Central Office or Regional Office
Original sales invoice/commercial invoice of motor/chassis
CR & OR of motor/chassis if taken from another vehicle
CPT from Bureau of Customs and Bureau of Internal Revenue for imported motor/chassis
PNP-TMC Clearance
Insurance Certificate of Cover
Affidavit of Rebuilt of Owner/Mechanic
Actual Inspection of Motor Vehicle and MVIR
Early Warning Device

Renewal of Registration

Original copy of Registration Certificate

Original copy of current official receipt of payment
Insurance Certificate of Cover
Actual Inspection of motor Vehicle and MVIR
Early Warning Device

Transfer of Ownership

Certificate of Registration (original)

Current Official Receipt of payment (original)
Original copy of Deed of Sale/Transfer
PNP-TMC Clearance
Insurance Certificate of Cover
Actual Inspection of Motor Vehicle and MVIR

Duplicate Registration Certificate (O.R.)

Affidavit of Loss notarized by a lawyer/notary public

Clearance from the LTO Law Enforcement Service, C.O./R.O.
Actual Inspection of Motor Vehicle and MVIR

Duplicate (replacement) Plates/ Stickers

Original copy of Registration Certificate

Original copy of current receipt of payment
Affidavit of loss
Clearance from the LTO Law Enforcement Service - C.O.
Actual inspection of Motor Vehicle and MVIR

Annotation of Mortgage

Original copy of Registration Certificate

Original copy of current receipt of payment
Copy of Deed of Chattel Mortgage duly stamped "received" by the Register of Deeds
Actual inspection of Motor Vehicle and MVIR

Change of Motor/ Chassis/ Color/ Body Design

Original copy of Registration Certificate

Original copy of current receipt of payment
Certification of Dealer's Report (CDR) with official receipt acknowledging payment of CDR
Affidavit of change motor/ Chassis/ color/ body design
PNP-TMC Clearance
Insurance Certificate of Cover / Endorsement from Insurance company
Actual inspection of Motor Vehicle and MVIR

Restamping of Engine/ Chassis Numbers

Original copy of Registration Certificate

Original copy of current receipt of payment
PC recommendation
PNP physical investigation report
Affidavit of owner and mechanic stating the reasons or need for restamping
Investigation Report of the TIFS and/or TDO
Approval by the Regional Office

REGISTRATION RATES

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Private Vehicles Light Medium Heavy

1 to 3 yrs. old P 1,000.00 P 3,000.00 P 6,000.00
4 to 5 yrs. old 1,000.00 2,400.00 6,000.00
over 5 yrs. old 700.00 1,200.00 2,800.00
Motorcycle Registration Science Tax
Without Sidecar P 120.00 P15.00
With Sidecar 150.00 15.00
Moped 60.00 15.00

Before you register or renew the registration of your vehicle, the LTO requires you to secure at least
a Third Party Liability (TPL) Insurance policy. However, you may opt for a more comprehensive
insurance policy that can compensate you for property damage, loss, own damage or a
comprehensive policy that cover all liabilities.

Violation and Penalties

Unregistered, invalid, delinquent registration - P900.00

Substitute engine, color or body - P500.00 and/or impoundment of motor vehicle
Failure to carry documents - P150.00
Suspended, revoked registration - P450.00
Tampering of OR/ CR/ CPC & other documents - P1,000
Dirty, loose, uncared for plates - P150.00
Fake Number Plates/ Stickers /Tags - P1,000
Illegal transfer of Plates/ Stickers/ Tags - P7,500 and 1 mo. suspension of D.L.
Improperly displayed plates - P200
No plate (front or rear)/ plate lights - P150
Tampered or marked Plates/ Stickers - P300
Unauthorized For-Hire plates on Private MV - P1,500
Unauthorized Improvised Plates - P150

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