Renewal of Driver’s license in the Philippines

Renewing a driver’s license in the Philippines will depend on how long your license has been expired as well as the depending nature of license you wish to renew. There are two factors like qualifications and document which determine the license renewal in Philippines.

If your driver’s license has expired for last ten years or more, you are no longer allowed to apply for renewal . You have to start new procedure for driver’s license again.

In this Article, we will try to shed some light on the details regarding the Renewal of Driver’s license in the Philippines , steps to take and what you need to know.

New policies and requirements for Philippine driver’s license renewal

1.  CDE (Comprehensive Driver’s Education) Validation Exam passing is now mandatory for driver’s license renewal in Philippines. This requires all Filipino applicants to sign up for an account with the LTMS (Land Transport Management System) Online Portal.
2. Philippines allow all those with zero traffic violations , they are also eligible for licenses with 10-year validity. Philippines oblige with at least one violation will only be given five years’ validity. All Philippine driver’s license holders will be subject to mandatory Periodic Medical Examinations while at the time of renewal of their licenses for validity.

Who can Apply For LTO Driver’s License Renewal?

Every License holder can renew their driver’s license, if they meet the following significant requirements:

• One must hold a Driver’s License that has expired for up to 9 years.

Those applicants that have expired license for ten years or more are no longer qualified for renewal and, therefore, should start from scratch and reapply for a student permit. Only those Licenses that have expired for more than 2 years (but not ten years or more) can still apply for renewal, but official department must take the theoretical and practical driving exams.

• One must accomplish the Comprehensive Driver’s Education and  its corresponding validating exam

From October 28, 2021 ,which all drivers seeking to renew their driver’s licenses may start . The CDE certificate is a consider as a primary requirement for the driver’s license renewal , so you can’t proceed  to renew your license unless you have already obtained this CDE certificate.

• For Professional Driver’s License Holders

This is mandatory, one should not have a record of two or more counts of reckless driving during the validity period of the existing license.

Driver’s License Renewal Requirements

Requirements for Local Applicants

• One must duly accomplished application form
• Single original and single photocopy of government-issued ID that bears your picture and signature
• Must bring original driver’s license
• Single copy of the medical examination certificate (only electronically transmitted to the LTO by an accredited clinic)
• One must Passed Comprehensive Driver’s Education (CDE) Certificate

 Requirements for Local Applicants With an Expired License for Over 2 Years 

• Must bring duly accomplished application form
• Single copy of the medical examination certificate (only electronically transmitted to the LTO by an accredited clinic)
• Previous original expired driver’s/conductor’s license

Requirements for OFWs

• Duly accomplished application form
• Photocopy of passport covering the following areas:
  • first front page
  • visa front page
  • departure in the Philippines and latest arrival overseas
• It is mandatory within 30 days of arrival at the office where the renewal was made, the applicant has to provide the following:
  • Must bring Copy of the medical examination certificate (only electronically transmitted to the LTO by an accredited clinic)
  • Present photocopy of passport (first and arrival pages)
  • Present original manual Official Receipt (OR)

1-How to Renew Your Driver’s License in the Philippines in-Person

1. 1. 1. One should make sure you have an account on the Land Transportation Management System (LTMS) portal. Otherwise, sign up here for registration.
      2. Login to LTMS Portal for CDE Online Validation Exam. To access the online CDE exam, log in to the portal, click the E-Learning tab on the top menu, and then select CDE Online Validation Exam and proceed.
      3. The passing marks is 20/25, If you get a passing score than print out your CDE certificate.
      4. Visit the nearest LTO branch for getting number.
      5. In this step once you’re called, show your driver’s license ID and CDE certificate to the person in charge or LTO officer in the first window.
      6. You should must ready  for the next step, which is the medical exam.
      7. Go to the medical exam kiosk, show the paper to the relevant officer in charge and wait for your turn.
      8. Now return to the LTO officer for the further renewal processing together with your medical results.
      9. At here on the front desk, the officer will ask you to log in on the LTMS Portal  to verify your details. One must update any information as needed.
      10. You have to wait for your biometrics and headshot picture-taking.
      11. This is the last step at where your driver’s license card ill be released.
          

          Driver’s License Renewal Fees for Local Applicants in Philippines

          Nature of Fee	Regular Fee	License Expired for 1 Day to 1 Year	License Expired for More Than 1 Year to 2 Years	License Expired for More Than 2 Years
          License fee	₱585	₱585	₱585	₱585
          Penalty	None	₱75	₱150	₱225
          Computer fee	₱67.63	₱67.63	₱67.63	₱135.26
          Application fee	None	None	None	₱100
          Total	₱652.63	₱727.63	₱802.63	₱1,045.26

3-How To Renew LTO Driver’s License Online via the LTO LTMS Portal

Driver’s license renewal can now be online, thanks to the new LTO and Land Transportation Management System (LTMS). LTMS provides an online platform for Filipinos to renew their expired drivers licenses.

Once you have applied online via LTMS for your license ‘ll be  renewed, there’s no need to physically arriving at the LTO office on your appointment date. These are the steps which teach you how to register  and renew your driver’s license through your LTMS account in Philippines.

Part I: LTMS Registration

1. Visit the LTO online portal or Land Transportation Management System  homepage at here.
2. Click the Register Now button.
3. One must read and accept the Terms of Agreement. Scroll down  check box and tick the Yes, I accept box.
4. Enter the security code  and click the Next button.
5. Click the Next
6. Select the type of registration, like Enroll as an Individual.
7. Select Enroll as an Individual , you will be asked by the system whether you have a Philippine driver’s license or a conductor’s license. In case of Yes, you must provide the details including the license number, expiry date, and Official Receipt number.
8. Once select your citizenship, you must provide your Alien Certificate of Registration (ACR) details if you are a non-Filipino citizen. Otherwise, you can click the Next button and proceed renewal process.
9. System may required personal information, including your complete name, birth date, gender, and mother’s maiden name.
10. Enter the email address for receiving the verification message and your phone number. Must remember that it may take a maximum of 24 hours before you receive the verification message via your an email address.
11. For continue your registration process must click the link in the verification message in email.
12. Create a strong password . To do this, complete your registration. After that you are now ready to use LTMS for your driver’s license renewal

Part II: Online Driver’s License Renewal via the LTMS in The Philippines

Here are the steps you have to follow to renew your LTO driver’s license online by LTMS Portal:

1. Login to the Land Transportation Management System (LTMS) online portal.
2. Select Licensing in the LTMS dashboard.
3. Read thoroughly the LTMS Terms of Use. Click the blue Accept button to continue next.
4. On given  Application form, select Driver’s License as the License Classification. Don’t click the Next button because you have to provide a medical certificate before proceeding to the renewal process next.
5. Add Medical Certificate. You will be asked to enter your Medical Certificate Number upon clicking this button. Encode the requested information, then click Verify.
6. Select Renewal as the type of application required. Click the Next button to continue.
7. Select your nearest preferred appointment schedule and LTO Office.
8. One must pay the license renewal fees through your preferred payment channel.
9. Proceed to your selected LTO nearest Office on your appointment date.

It is still mandatory to personally claim your license on your appointment date form center. Make sure to bring all the required documents and present them to the LTO on your appointment date to save own time.

LTO Driver’s License Renewal Schedule in 2023 to 2024

4-How To Renew Driver’s License in the Philippine if You’re an OFW

Renewing your Philippine driver’s license online as an Overseas Filipino Worker (OFW) is now simpler , OFWs can have their Driver’s License renewed at the LTO License Section Central/ Office. If OWF is outside Metro Manila, renewal applications  can be accepted at any LTO District Office or Licensing Center.

1. Requirements

a. Initial Requirements (for temporary driver’s license application through a representative)

• Authorization letter allowing the chosen representative to renew and claim Driver’s License
• Photocopies of passport (first page, visa page, departure in the Philippines, last overseas arrival)
• Photocopy of Driver’s License
• Photocopy of Driver’s License Receipt (if available)

b. Additional Requirements (upon the license holder’s arrival in the Philippines)

• Driver’s License
• Drug Test result
• Medical examination certificate (online-only/electronically submitted). Medical certificates, including drug results, should only come from an LTO-accredited clinic or physician.
• Photocopy of TIN or TIN Card
• Photocopy of passport

2. Fees

Driver’s License Renewal Fees for OFWs in The Philippines

3. Step-by-step Guide

License Renewal Application through a Representative:

1. Go to the customer service counter and get the Application Form and the requirements checklist. The applicant may download the application form online Portal and fill it out before the representative’s transaction at the LTO Office.
2. Go to the Evaluator Counter and submit all the initial mandatory requirements. You have them checked for completeness and authenticity of application.
3. Head to the cashier pay the corresponding fees.
4. Head to the Releasing Counter and get the Driver’s License Receipt, which should be functioned as a Temporary Driver’s License.

Completing the License Renewal Application:

1. The applicant should present physically to the office within 30 days of arriving in the country.
2. Submit the additional  mandatory requirements.
3. Head to the photo-taking/signature desk and wait for your turn.
4. Present the Driver’s License Receipt to claim your License Card. Applicant ’ll be asked to write your name and affix your signature on the Release Form.

5-How To Renew Driver’s License in Advance (Advanced Renewal)

In Philippines a driver’s license holders can renew their licenses as early as 60 days before expiration. If Filipino want to apply for a renewal as early as 61 days to 1 year before your license expires, you must submit proof that you’ll be out of the country when it expires.

Advance renewal applications can be processed at any Licensing Center or District Office in Philippines.

1. Requirements

• Fully accomplished Application form for Driver’s License.
• Valid driver’s license card (Non-Professional or Professional)
• Original and photocopy of the following documents: Plane ticket, passport with a valid visa, employment contract.
• Present medical examination certificate (online-only/electronically transmitted)

2. Fees

• License Fee (Pro & Non-Pro) – Php 585
• Computer Fee – Php 67.63

Frequently Asked Questions

Renewal of Driver’s license in the Philippines may seem like a hassle due to requirements , but now LTO improved all driver license process very easy , applicant may renew license in-person or by LTMS Portal by online. LTO has been streamlined, simplified  and make effort to become easier for public of Philippine. There are only benefits to gain from keeping our driver license valid by regular renewal process in reasonable fee.