The Land Transportation Office (LTO) in Tagbilaran City in the province of Bohol, is made up of a set of two (2) LTO offices: the LTO Tagbilaran City District Office and the LTO Tagbilaran DO Licensing Extension Office in Alturas Mall. These offices were opened to help the agency become more visible, so the transacting public will be reminded more accessible, and more convenient to reach out to for drivers and car owners who wish to participate and cooperate with the agency in reducing vehicular accidents through the strict regulation of drivers and vehicles. These offices are also in place so the core LTO programs and services can be offered more efficiently to the over 100,000 people residing in the city.
Located in the lone city and principal gateway to the island province of Bohol, the LTO Offices in Tagbilaran City are strategically placed. Tagbilaran City is also tagged as one of the country’s “Dream Cities” by the Institute for Solidarity in Asia (ISA), as well as one of the Philippines’ twenty (20) “Most Competitive Cities” and “Pinoy Cities on the Rise” by the Asian Institute of Management Policy Center, making it an ideal place for the branch office of a national government agency. It’s progressive presence will only serve the agency well as they strive to offer better public service in the area So, if you are a driver or a motorist out to avail of LTO services from any of the LTO Tagbilaran City Offices or if you simply wish to learn more about their operating hours, services, addresses, and complete contact information, then you need to keep reading this guide.
What is LTO Tagbilaran City?
LTO Tagbilaran City refers to either one or all of the LTO branches in Tagbilaran City in Bohol. The LTO Tagbilaran City offices are no different from the rest of the LTO offices in the Philippines, as they were also opened to ensure that the core LTO programs and services—including the inspection and registration of motor vehicles (MV), issuance of license and permits, collection of fees, fines, and penalties, traffic adjudication, and enforcement of land transportation rules and regulations—will be easily available and much closer to the people of the city who need them.
The LTO branches in Tagbilaran City, includes:
LTO Tagbilaran City District Office
The LTO Tagbilaran City District Office was created to serve as the agency’s project implementing entity in the local area of Tagbilaran City and Bohol region. It was opened for the purpose of overseeing the LTO operations and project implementation in the city. It was located on R. Enerio St., Dampas Road, and was designed to implement the regulatory policies better so they can keep the roads safer for both drivers and pedestrians. By offering better public service and bringing more convenient alternatives closer to the people who are interested in availing of LTO services in the local area, the agency eliminates the need to travel all the way to another location, thereby saving time and money for things like renewing their licenses or vehicle registrations.
LTO Tagbilaran DO Licensing Ext. (Alturas Mall)
Aside from the full service district office, the city of Tagbilaran also houses a full service Licensing Extension Office on the 4th floor of Alturas Mall. This LTO extension office serves as the agency’s dedicated one-stop off-site printing shop in the premises of Tagbilaran City. It was meant to handle all licensing concerns and offer faster, more convenient licensing services to the people of the city who work behind the wheels. So, if you are registering or renewing your license, or if you have any licensing concerns or inquiries, and you are in the vicinity of Tagbilaran City, then this is the place to go.
Services Provided by LTO Tagbilaran City Office
Whatever reason made you go all the way to the LTO Tagbilaran City offices in Bohol, you can be assured that the LTO offices in the area maintain the same safe and convenient service, as they implement strict policies on sanitation and physical distancing. It is made more convenient for the drivers and vehicle owners in the city as the offices are located in prime areas that are visible to those who require their assistance.
Though all LTO offices are expected to offer the full range of LTO services to the public, some LTO offices may have limited facilities, so it’s best to check first if the service you need is offered at the particular LTO Tagbilaran City Office that you need to visit.
In the meantime, here’s a list of the LTO services you can refer to, should you decide to visit any of the LTO offices in Mandaue City.
LTO Tagbilaran City District Office
- License And Permit
- Student Permit
- Plain or Advance Renewal of Driver’s/Conductor’s License
- Miscellaneous License Transactions
- Revision of Records
- Duplicate License (for Lost Licenses)
- Vehicle Registration
- Renewal of Motor Vehicle (MV) Registration
- Storage of Motor Vehicle
- Miscellaneous Transactions
- Motor Vehicle Inspection
- Miscellaneous Transactions
- Duplicate OR/CR
- Duplicate Plate
- Transfer of Ownership
- Annotation & Cancellation of Mortgage
- Revision of Records
- Duplicate License (for Lost Licenses)
- Collection of fees from law enforcement violations
- Drug testing
- Inventory of Plates
LTO Tagbilaran DO Licensing Ext. (Alturas Mall)
- License And Permit
- Student Permit
- New Driver’s License (Non-Professional)
- Conductor’s License
- Plain or Advance Renewal of Driver’s/Conductor’s License
- Renewal of Driver’s License of Filipino Living Abroad
- Miscellaneous License Transactions
- Change Classification from Non-Professional Driver’s License (NPDL) Code to Professional Driver’s License Code with Same Driver’s License (PDL) Code
- Additional Driver’s License Code/s
- Change Classification from Non-Professional Driver’s License (NPDL) Code to Professional Driver’s License Code with Same Driver’s License (PDL) Code
- Additional Driver’s License Code/s
- Conversion of Foreign Driver’s License to Philippine Driver’s License Including Renewal of Expired Philippine Driver’s License with a Valid Foreign Driver’s License
- Change Classification from Professional Driver’s License (PDL) Code to Non-Professional Driver’s License Code (NPDL)
- Dropping of DL Code and Change Clutch Type
Some of the LTO services that may not be readily available so you need to check with the LTO Tagbilaran City branches first, include:
- License And Permit
- Renewal of Driver’s / Conductor’s License with Examination [Expired for more than two (2) years] and/or with ten (10) or more but less than forty (40) Demerit Points
- Accreditation of Medical Clinics – New
- Accreditation of Medical Clinics – Renewal
- Registration of Physicians – New
- Registration of Physicians – Renewal
- Accreditation of Driving School / Driving Enhancement Program Training Center – New
- Accreditation of Driving School / Driving Enhancement Program Training Center – Renewal
- Accreditation of Driving Instructor – New
- Accreditation of Driving Instructor – Renewal
- Examination for Driving School Instructors
- Driving Enhancement Program (DEP)
- Request for System Updates (RSU) for Double License
- Request for System Update (RSU) for License and Customer Details/Misrepresentation of Age/Identity
- Vehicle Registration
- Initial Registration of Motor Vehicle (MV)
- Re-Stamping of Engine/Chasis Number
- Request for Motor Vehicle Verification
- Storage of Motor Vehicle
- Emission testing
- Motor Vehicle Inspection
- Re-Stamping of Engine/Chassis Number
- Insurance
- Proper Driver Education
- Theoretical Driving Course (TDC) and exam
- Comprehensive Driver’s Exam (CDE)
- Practical Driving Course (PDC) and exam
- Law Enforcement
- Settlement of Admitted Apprehension
- Adjudication of Contested Apprehension
- Encoding of Alarm
- Filing of Complaint and Lifting of Alarm
- Lifting of Alarm (Traffic Adjudication Service)
- Certification of No Pending Apprehension and Alarm
- Collection of fees from law enforcement violations
- Issuance of Vanity License Plates
- Issuance of Special Plates
- The use of self-service kiosks
- Process Application for New Driver’s License (DL) via the Automated Driver’s License Examination System (ADLES) Facility
How to Contact LTO Tagbilaran City
Reaching out to any of the LTO Tagbilaran City Offices is the same as how you would reach out to other LTO offices in the country. There’s the option to reach out directly either through the LTO headquarters or regional office, or straight to the LTO Tagbilaran City branches, either via their phone numbers, email addresses, or social media accounts. But, since they are all under the jurisdiction of the LTO regional office in Region 7, it is also okay to reach out to them via the following contact information
Land Transportation Office Region 7 – Office of the Regional Director
Agency Code: 0700
Office Address: 2nd Floor MVIC Building M. Logarta Avenue Subangdaku, Mandaue City
Telephone Number: +639 188073502
Head of Agency: Victor Emmanuel C. Caindec
Email Address: ord.lto7@gmail.com
Operating Hours: 8AM – 5PM (Mondays-Fridays)
Contact Information
To reach out to the specific LTO Mandaue City Offices, please see this list of contact information below:
LTO Tagbilaran City District Office
Agency Code: 0748 G03
Office Address: R. Enerio St. Dampas road, Tagbilaran City, Bohol
Telephone Number: (038) 4271771
Head of Agency: Yvonne T. Auza
Email Address: Tagbilrancitydistrictoffice@gmail.com
Operating Hours: 8AM – 5PM (Mondays-Fridays)
LTO Tagbilaran DO Licensing Ext. (Alturas Mall)
Agency Code: 0761 Office Address: 4th Floor Alturas Mall, CPG Ave., Poblacion II, Tagbilaran City, Bohol
Telephone Number: (038) 427-5221
Head of Agency: Ruel A. Gonzaga
Email Address: 0761tagbilarancityeo@gmail.com
Operating Hours: 9AM – 6PM (Mondays-Fridays)
Video: Visiting the LTO Tagbilaran City Office in Bohol
All LTO offices nationwide are meant to make the LTO services better, more accessible, faster, and more convenient for the people who need to comply with the LTO rules and regulations. It’s the same for those in Tagbilaran City, which is supposed to make it easier for the public to avail of LTO services when they need to secure a driver’s license or a student permit or to get their MV or MC registered before going out on public roads.
In this video from Motors vlogger, you can learn about how things are done at the LTO Tagbilaran City in Bohol.
Where is Tagbilaran City
Tagbilaran, officially known as the City of Tagbilaran, is a lone third class component city which serves as the capital city of the province of Bohol. It houses about 100,000 people, and serves as the hub of commerce and the principal port of the area. Dubbed as the “City of Peace and Friendship,” as well as one of the eight “Philippine Dream Cities” by the Institute for Solidarity in Asia (ISA) and one of the Philippines’ twenty (20) “Most Competitive Cities” and “Pinoy Cities on the Rise” by the Asian Institute of Management Policy Center, Tagbilaran City, is no doubt fast becoming a city on its way to development.
The city of Tagbilaran is also known for its tourist attractions which include the Kaingit Beach, Blood Compact Marker, Plaza Rizal, Provincial Capitol Building, Pres. Carlos P. Garcia Memorial Park, Ubujan Marker, Bohol Museum, Banat-I Hill, Elly Hill, Jaycee Promenade (commonly known as K of C Promenade), and the Mini Park.
Geographically, Tagbilaran City has a land area of 32.7 km2 (12.6 sq mi), with a coastline of 13 km (8.1 mi) on the southwestern part of the island. It is located 72 kms (45 mi.) south of Cebu City, and it shares its boundaries with the towns of Cortes, Corella, and Baclayon.
Google Map Location
Tagbilaran has a well-developed land network consisting of sealed and unsealed roads. The local transport routes within the city are plied with tricycles, multicabs, taxis, jeepneys, buses, and vans. There’s also the Integrated Bus Terminal (IBT) located in the City District of Dao, serving as the terminal point for public transport vehicles serving the inter-city routes within the province and also serves as the embarkation point for passengers taking the Pan-Philippine Highway (AH26) bus route from Tagbilaran to Metro Manila. There is also a long-distance bus station within the Cogon market.
The city is linked by sea to the major port cities in the Visayas Islands and Mindanao, which gives it a major commercial importance. The route is served by Ocean Jet, Weesam Express and SuperCat several times daily. There’s also the Bohol-Panglao International Airport situated at the Panglao Island southwest of the city, which serves as the principal gateway airport to the rest of the province. This route is served by Cebu Pacific Air, Cebgo, PAL Express, and AirAsia Philippines using Airbus A319, Airbus A320 and ATR 72 planes.
If you prefer to travel by land and you wish to check the complete driving directions or specific travel routes to the City of Tagbilaran and LTO Tagbilaran City Offices, then you may refer to the maps below: