Guide on How To Apply for LTO Non-Professional Driver’s License
LTO DRIVER’S LICENSE – Here is a simple guide on how to apply for a non-professional Driver’s License to the Land Transportation Office (LTO).
In the Philippines, the agency that releases license to drivers is the Land Transportation Office or more commonly called as the LTO. It releases student permits and professional and non-professional licenses.
Are you planning to apply for a license in driving? There are different sets of procedures and requirements needed depending on which type of license you will apply for.
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In this article, you will be presented with a simple guide on how to apply for a non-professional LTO driver’s license. The said license will give you the permit to drive motorcycles and vehicles with a gross weight not exceeding 4500 kilograms.
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According to LTO, here are the qualifications that are considered for those who wish to apply for a non-professional driver’s license:
- Must be at least eighteen (18) years old
- Must be physically and mentally fit to operate a motor vehicle;
- Must be able to read and write Filipino, English or the applicable local dialect;
- Must be a holder of a valid SP issued at least thirty (30) days prior to the application; and
- In addition, for foreigners, the applicant must have been in the Philippines for at least one (1) month with proof that he/she will stay in the country for at least one (1) year from date of application.
How to apply for a non-professional driver’s license to LTO?
Step 1 – Visit the nearest Land Transportation Office (LTO) to you and obtain a copy of the Application for Driver’s License Form or the ADL.
Step 2 – Accomplish the ADL form by providing accurate and factual data needed. Some information will be appearing in your ID in case your application is successful.
Step 3 – Prepare and compile all the need requirements in applying for a non-professional license in driving. To see the full list of requirements, you may visit – LTO Drivers License Requirements.
Step 4 – Submit the duly-accomplished ADL form and all the requirements to an LTO Office. The receiving personnel will be checking the completeness of the documents and the qualification of the applicant.
Step 5 – Be ready for a photo and signature taking.
Step 6 – Pay the necessary fees to the Cashier’s Office/Window. To see the estimated cost, visit – LTO Drivers License Fee.
Step 7 – Undergo a written examination. The successful examinees will proceed to the practical driving test.
Step 8 – Wait for the approval of the Approving Officer of the LTO.
Thanks for visiting our website. Hopefully, we have helped you in your application for a driver’s license to the LTO.
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