LTO Student Permit

In the Philippines , the Land Transportation Office (LTO) issues three types of driver’s licence, a driver licence is a legal document which allows the holder to drive a motor vehicle under the guidance of a professional or non-professional licence holder in the Philippines.

The LTO Student permit is an official document that authorises the bearer to operate and also grants you the right to learn how to drive from an accredited driving school. A student driver’s licence is also known as a student driver’s permit or an LTO student permit. Its validity is just one year.

 LTO Student permit is the initial first document you must need before you can get a professional or non-professional driver’s license.The following mandatory information will explain the requirements,qualifications, processes, and fees required to obtain a LTO Student Permit.

Who can Apply for an LTO Student License

1: For Filipino Citizens

Age criteria for getting LTO Student Permit, Filipino citizens must be at 16 years of age or above.

2: For Foreign Nationals

Age criteria for alien one must be at 18 years old and also must have been in the Philippines for at least one month or aliens can present stay proof of six months in Philippine.

•  Interested individuals must have an active and valid email address.
• One must be mentally and physically fit and also be able to read and write in Filipino or English.
• Individual must not have unsettled traffic violation
• The most important thing is one must have completed the 15 hours  theoretical driving course divided into 3 sessions

 Also Read: Philippine International Driving Permit (PIDP)

Documentary Requirements for LTO Student Permit 

Now , here are some LTO student permit 2024 requiements,You must submit the following documentary requirements to secure a student driver’s licence to the nearest LTO Office;

The application form

• Duly accomplished application APL or LTO form for permits and licences or download form from LTMS Portal LTO , print form and also fill it out.
• Application form is also available at any LTO Office, applicants can visit with low cost and no cost terms.

PSA Birth Certificate

• Must present original and also submit a single photocopy . In the event that you don’t have this certificate, you can use a Birth Certificate from your local registry in the Philippines.

Medical Certificates

• Must submit a Medical Certificate electronically transmitted from any LTO accredited medical clinic.

Valid IDs

• One must present original and single photocopy of any of the following valid IDs
• PSA issued Certificate of Marriage
• Passport , SSS
• Valid IDs
• Local CivilRegistry Certificates

For Applicants below 18 years of age

• If you’re below 18 years old one parent consent or a person having supervision over the minor applicant authorising secure a student permit .
• Minor must provide one original and one photocopy of any valid government issued -ID of parent or guardian with photo and signature.

 For Foreign Nationals

• If you are a foreigner, you must present the original copy and submit the photocopy of your passport with the entry date of at least one month and also show your visa duration of six months from date of LTO application in philippines.

If born in the Philippines

• If you born in Philippine you must present original birth certificate duly authenticated by Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA)

For Employed Individuals

• Taxpayer’s Identification Number (TIN), if employed in Philippines
• Presentation of original and along with photocopy of Certificate of Completion Of the 15-hour Theoretical Driving Course.
• It should be electronically transmitted to LTO by either the accredited driving school, LTO Driver’s Education Center (LTO DEC),or LTO -accredited TESDA Training Center.

LTO Student Permit Qualification 2024

 To qualify a LTO Student Permit , you need to meet the following basics requirements:

• You must be a Filipino Citizen who is at least 16 years old  at the time of applying for driving licence
• If you are a non-Filipino applicant , you must be at least 18 years old 
• You must be able to read and write Filipino and English
• You must have accomplished the LTO Theoretical Driving Licence
• You must fix all unsetteld traffic violations
• You must physically and mentally fit to operate motor vehicle 

Student License Requirements Checklist 2024

Here are given the LTO Student License requirements checklist 2024:

• Duly signed and accomplished application form
• All valid Government IDs must be provided
• Legal certificate issued from authorised driving school
• Birth certificate from PSA

LTO Student Permit Online Application Procedure     

  Wondering how to get a LTO student driver’s licence online ? Once you have the documentary requirements ready, it’s the right time to apply for their LTO permit via the LTO Web Portal .

 Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to get a student driver’s licence online via LTMS:

Step 1. 

 Visit the official LTO LTMS Web Portal ;

• Click Register Now if you don’t have any account . 
• If you have already registered on this site then Login.

Step 2. 

• Read carefully all terms of the agreement , then click Yes, I accept.  
• Encode security code and choose the type of licence which you have to apply for driving, in this case , you have to click Student Permit.

Step 3.

•  Fill out the form and submit along with all necessary documents and proceed by clicking “Next”.
• Once your queue number is called, proceed to accomplished the further formalities
• Select your preferred schedule about your date ,time and also visit LTO office which you chose during your application
• You can also choose a payment method by portal and also proceed to the cashier and pay the fees.

Step 4.

• Head to your Preferred  LTO office and present your official receipt  for biometrics capturing and claiming of the Student Permit.
• One must sign the log sheet,before leaving the LTO premises.

LTO Student Permit  via Walk- in Application

Here’s how to get your LTO student driver’s license at an LTO branch: 

Step 1:

Visit the nearest LTO office and fill out the Application for Driver’s License form.But make sure you have ;

• Created an LTMS Account.
• Completed the 15-Days Theoretical Driving Licence

Step 2:

Visit the LTO office, go to the customer service window to complete the application form, prepare the checklist of required documents and get a queue number. 

Step3:

When your number is called, submit your application along with student license mandatory documents , after evaluation if you’re qualified, application will be encoded in the LTO system for further approval.

Step4:

Upon successful application , your name will be called for photo and signature taking. Proceed to the cashier and make payment and other fees necessary for application. The releasing staff will issue an official receipt (OR). Keep this OR for receiving student permits.

LTO Student Permit Fee

How much does it cost to get a Student Permit ? There is no single answer to this because the permit fee is vary based on what the philippines government deems appropriate.

Below the LTO student permit fee schedule 2024 is given :

Tips For LTO Student Permit

Student license holders must keep these tips in mind to avoid any hassle when applying for a student permit .

1. Student Permit has a validity of 1 year and it must be renewed on or before the  expiry date.
2. If the student permit is not renewed within a 2 years period from the date of issuance , the holder must apply for a new student permit again.
3. LTO Student Permit is not an official driver’s license, but it is mandatory and helpful in getting a driver license.
4. The Official Receipt(OR) also serves as a student permit.
5. A medical certificate is one of the requirements for a student licence. It is only acceptable from accredited clinics, it will serve as proof of your physical and mental fitness to drive, and bring enough cash for medical exams and student fees.

 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the difference between a student permit and a driver’s licence?

Student Permit is different from driver’s license , but you cannot get a driver licence without getting a student permit first in the philippines. Student permit is just a permission certificate and also used as identification.

How long can I use my TDC Certificate to apply for my student permit?

The Theoretical Driving Course certificate has no expiry date, it can be used anytime for a lifetime when you are applying for a student permit in philippines.

Conclusion

LTO student permits may be secured anytime by visiting online LTM Portal and official websites. If you own a vehicle and want to drive legally, It may assist in getting a driver’s license. Fortunately  the process has become easier by logging in into the LTMO Portal. You can also apply by visiting physically to the nearest LTO office.