LTO Davao City Office Location and Contact Information

The Land Transportation Office (LTO) Davao City refers to the set of four (4) LTO offices based in Davao City, Davao del Sur: the LTO Davao City South District Office (DO), LTO Davao City North District Office (DO), LTO DLRO Toril, and the LTO DLRO Buhangin. Like the other LTO branches in the Philippines, the LTO Davao City offices were created so the agency can offer fast, convenient, accessible, and affordable LTO services to the Davaoeños. With these LTO offices, the agency can now better monitor and regulate the local and visiting drivers, car owners, and operators, and watch over the vehicle use and the entire land transport service in Davao City and its geographical area of responsibility (GAOR). The LTO, through these branch offices, also keeps its presence alive and felt within the local land transport sector. Plus, the close proximity ensures that the core programs and services of the LTO reach the very people—both drivers and pedestrians—whom they want to serve and keep safe.  

As a gateway to Mindanao, and one of the Philippines’ largest islands, Davao City is already a pretty popular city in the southeastern corner of the Philippines. As if it’s not yet enough, Davao City also holds the title as the Orchid Capital of the Philippines and the Durian Capital of the Philippines. It is also home to durian (a fruit known for its pungent smell), Mt. Apo (one of the highest mountains in the country), and the famed monkey-eating Philippine eagle. It also has a rich, fertile land with mild pleasant climate which made it the ideal agricultural and industrial center in the South.

lto Davao City office location and contact number

What is LTO Davao City? 

LTO Davao City refers to the set of four (4) LTO offices stationed in the City of Davao, geographically grouped under Davao del Sur: the LTO Davao City South District Office (DO), LTO Davao City North District Office (DO), LTO DLRO Toril, and the LTO DLRO Buhangin. These LTO offices serve as the local frontliner agencies of the LTO Central Office. They are tasked with offering various LTO programs and services and bringing them closer and within the reach of the local transacting public in the City of Davao. Through these offices as well, the LTO brings most of its core programs and services as an agency and makes them available and accessible to the locals who need them, particularly to those who work behind the wheels.

These LTO offices in Davao City include:

LTO Davao City South District Office

The Davao City South District Office is the main operating arm and the go-to office for people with LTO-related needs in the southern part of Davao City. It carries out all LTO services in such a way that it is more accessible to the people of Davao City, compared to when they have to go straight to the Central Office to do so. Plus, this district office makes it possible to transact with the LTO without leaving Davao City, allowing those who work behind the wheels to save more time and money in satisfying their LTO-related needs.

LTO Davao City North District Office

Just like the LTO Davao City South District Office in the southern part of Davao City, the City of Davao made it a point not to neglect the LTO needs of those in the northern part of the city by creating the LTO Davao City North District Office. The LTO Davao City North District Office offers the same type and brand of LTO programs and services, only on the opposite side of the city. It is, however, housed in the same building along with the Davao City South DO, and is located with the LTO Region 11 at the LTO MVIS Compound on Quimpo Boulevard, Davao City.

LTO DLRO Toril

In an effort to improve the service delivery and processes of the LTO, the agency has created and opened the LTO DLRO Fecris Toril under the continuous modernization programs of the Land Transportation Office (LTO). The LTO DLRO Toril is a sub-office of the LTO meant to carry out its license renewal programs and services in Davao City from its location in Fecris Supermarket, McArthur Highway, Toril, Davao City.

LTO DLRO Buhangin

Yet another step towards continuous modernization, the LTO Davao City opened another Drivers’ License Renewal Office (DLRO) at a bigger space in Gaisano Grand Mall in Buhangin, Davao City. This LTO DLRO was created so the agency can cater to more client concerns and bring its licensing services closer to the public. Through the DLRO, the LTO also offers more convenient services with the waiting period shortened through a systematic procedure.

List of Services Offered by LTO Davao City Offices

All LTO services are meant to ensure public road safety and to guarantee that only roadworthy drivers and vehicles are allowed on them, some LTO branch offices are not well equipped and may not be able to offer certain services. That said, it’s best to check with the LTO branch you prefer to ensure that the service you need is available.

To learn more about the different LTO services, here’s a list of the ones generally offered by LTO offices nationwide:

  • License and Permit
    • Student Permit
    • New Driver’s License (Non-Professional)
    • Conductor’s License
    • Plain or Advance Renewal of Driver’s/Conductor’s License and Renewal of Driver’s License of Filipino Living Abroad
    • Miscellaneous License Transactions
    • 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
    • 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
    • Request for System Updates (RSU) for Double License
    • Request for System Update (RSU) for License and Customer Details/Misrepresentation of Age/Identity
    • 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)
  • Vehicle Registration
  • Miscellaneous Transactions
    • Duplicate OR/CR
    • Duplicate Plate
    • Transfer of Ownership
    • Annotation & Cancellation of Mortgage
    • Revision of Records
    • Duplicate License (for Lost Licenses)
  • Insurance
  • Proper Driver Education
  • 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
  • Drug testing
  • Emission testing
  • Inventory of Plates
  • 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 

Since some LTO branch offices are not equipped enough to offer certain LTO services, it’s in your best interest to check with your preferred LTO branch office first to confirm that the service you need is available there if you are visiting this branch.

How to Contact LTO Davao City

Reaching out to LTO Davao City can be done either through the phone, by email, or via their official social media account. It can also be by visiting any of the LTO offices in Davao City directly or its supervising office, the LTO Region 11 (Davao Region) regional office. 

To reach out to the LTO Region 11 (Davao Region) regional office, please check the following contact information:

Land Transportation Office Region 11 – Office of the Regional Director

Agency Code: 1100
Office Address: LTO MVIS Compound Quimpo Boulevard, Davao City
Telephone Number: (082) 226-4141
Head of Agency: Dir. Neil M. Cañedo, MBA
Email Address: ltorxi@yahoo.com.ph, ltodavao@gmail.com
Operating Hours: 8AM – 5PM (Mondays-Fridays)

Contact Information

To reach out to either one of the LTO offices in Davao City, please check out the following contact details:

LTO Davao City South District Office

Agency Code: 1112
Office Address: LTO MVIS Compound Quimpo Boulevard, Davao City
Telephone Number: (082) 227-2513, +639 493094138 (Smart)
Head of Agency: Melencio I. Diaz, Jr.
Email Address: r11_dcdo@yahoo.com
Official Facebook Page: https://web.facebook.com/LTO.RXI.DCSDO/
Operating Hours: 8AM – 5PM (Mondays to Fridays)

LTO Davao City North District Office

Agency Code: 1108
Office Address: LTO MVIS Compound Quimpo Boulevard, Davao City
Telephone Number: (082) 227-1471, +639 201144675 (Smart), +639 336173551 (Sun)
Head of Agency: Oscar Don A. Zamora
Email Address: ltomdlc@gmail.com
Official Facebook Page: https://web.facebook.com/ltorxidcndo/
Operating Hours: 8AM – 5PM (Mondays to Fridays)

LTO DLRO Toril

Agency Code: 1139
Office Address: Ground Floor, Fecris Supermarket Toril, Crossing Bayabas, Davao City
Telephone Number: (082) 225-8933, +639 19925 0647 (Smart)
Head of Agency: Dianalyn S. Elecsion
Email Address: LTOTORILRXI@gmail.com
Official Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/LTOXIToril/
Operating Hours: 9AM – 5PM (Mondays to Fridays)

LTO DLRO Buhangin

Agency Code: 1118
Office Address: Gaisano Grand City Gate Mall, Buhangin, Davao City
Telephone Number: +639 273183519 (Globe)
Head of Agency: Cynthia H. Pafin
Email Address: ltobuhangin18@gmail.com
Official Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ltoxidlrobuhangin/
Operating Hours: 10AM – 5PM (Mondays to Fridays)

Where is Davao City

Davao City, officially known as the City of Davao, is a first class highly urbanized city (HUC) grouped with Davao del Sur in the southeastern corner of the Philippines, in the Davao Region. It is the largest city in the Philippines in terms of land area and is the third-most populous city in the Philippines after Quezon City and Manila. It serves as the leading regional center for southeastern Mindanao and is the main trade, commerce, and industry hub of Mindanao islands. It also serves as the regional center of Davao Region. It lies at the mouth of the Davao River near the head of Davao Gulf with about 50 small ports within its commercial sphere. It is bounded on the north by the provinces of Surigao del Sur, Agusan del Sur and Bukidnon. In the east, it is bounded by the Philippine Sea; and in the west by the Central Mindanao provinces.

Google Map Location

To learn more about the travel routes and the driving directions to Davao City or any of the LTO offices within the city premises, you may check the maps below:

LTO Davao City South District Office

LTO Davao City North District Office

LTO DLRO Toril

LTO DLRO Buhangin

LTO Region 11 – Southern Mindanao (Davao) Region 

The Land Transportation Office (LTO) Region 11, also known as the LTO Southern Mindanao Region or LTO Davao Region, is one of the regional divisions of the LTO in the Philippines. Like the Central Office, this regional office also manages and oversees the LTO agencies in the cities and municipalities within the territorial jurisdiction of Region 11. The LTO branch agencies within the region, on the other hand, carry out the projects and enforce the LTO rules and regulations in the cities and municipalities within each geographical area of responsibility (GAOR). The LTO Southern Mindanao (Davao) Region regional office, along with its LTO agencies, ensures that the Secretariat and its services are accessible, making it easier for both the public and the agency to work together towards a safer, more efficient, more convenient, and more affordable land transport service in Southern Mindanao.

Region 11 is famous for many things. From its forestland and fertile fields, to the rich reserves of gold, copper, manganese, and nickel, and the rich communities of various cultural groups, Davao region can’t help but attract thousands of small scale miners as well as commercial explorers within its territory, making it an ideal spot for local government offices and public service. 

lto region 11 southern mindanao office region

What is LTO Region 11? 

The Southern Mindanao Region or Davao Region, officially designated as Region 11, is an administrative region in the southeastern part of the island of Mindanao. It is a developing center for agro-industrial business, trade and tourism, and is located at the Southeastern portion of the Mindanao islands surrounding the Davao Gulf. It is composed of five (5) provinces, namely, Davao Oriental, Davao del Norte, Davao de Oro (formerly Compostela Valley), and Davao del Sur, and five (5) cities, including one (1)  independent city and four (4) component cities: Davao City, Panabo City, Tagum City, Digos City, and Island Garden City of Samal. These provinces and cities house various LTO agencies within its jurisdiction and it is these LTO agencies that make up what is collectively known as LTO Region 11 (LTO Southern Mindanao Region). 

The regional center of Southern Mindanao (Davao Region) is Davao City—the city known as the “Land of Promise” and the city that serves as one of the largest cities and gateway to Mindanao. It also serves as the regional center and business hub in these parts, making it easier for the LTO to bring its core programs and services closer to the over 5.2 million people in the region. 

Mission and Vision of LTO Region 11

Like the other LTO agencies and regional offices, the LTO Region 11 also operates under the same mission and vision as that of the LTO Central Office.

Mission

To rationalize the land transportation services and facilities and effectively implement the various transportation laws, rules and regulations. It is the responsibility of those involved in the public service to be more vigilant in their part in the overall development scheme of the national leadership. Hence, promotion of safety and comfort in land travel is a continuing commitment of the LTO.

Vision

To be a frontline government agency showcasing fast and efficient public service for a progressive land transport sector. 

Functions of LTO Region 11

All the LTO agencies share the same purpose and functions as that of the LTO Central Office. The same rings true for the agencies under the LTO Region 11.

The LTO functions offered in the Region 11, include:

  • Inspection of motor vehicles 

  • Registration of motor vehicles

  • Issuance of license and permits

  • Collection of fees and penalties

  • Enforcement of land transportation rules and regulations, and 

  • Adjudication of traffic cases

  • Collection of revenue for the government

LTO-Serviced Cities and Municipalities in Region 11

With LTO working to be a more efficient and convenient frontline agency, they have set up branch offices in various strategic locations within Region 11.

These offices are as follows:

List of LTO Agencies in Region 11

LTO also placed 14 different types of field offices under the jurisdiction of LTO Region 11. These offices are strategically placed so the agency can serve as many different areas in the Southern Mindanao (Davao) region and are categorized as follows:

  • District Offices (DO)
    • Davao City South District Office

    • Davao City North District Office

    • Digos District Office

    • Malita District Office

    • Samal District Office

    • Panabo District Office

    • Tagum District Office

    • Davao De Oro District Office

    • Mati District Office

  • Driver’s License Renewal Office/Center (DLRO/DLRC)
    • DLRO Toril

    • DLRO Buhangin

    • DLRO Digos

    • DLRC Tagum

  • Mobile Unit
    • LTO E-Patrol Sulop

List of Services Offered by LTO Agencies in Region 11

All the LTO programs and services are designed to monitor and ensure road safety and promote progress for the local land transport sector. The same is true for the LTO offices in Region 11.

Some of these common LTO services include:

  • License And Permit
    • Student Permit

    • New Driver’s License (Non-Professional)

    • Conductor’s License

    • Plain or Advance Renewal of Driver’s/Conductor’s License and Renewal of Driver’s License of Filipino Living Abroad

    • Miscellaneous License Transactions

    • 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

    • 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

    • Request for System Updates (RSU) for Double License

    • Request for System Update (RSU) for License and Customer Details/Misrepresentation of Age/Identity

    • 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)

  • Vehicle Registration
    • Initial Registration of Motor Vehicle (MV)

    • Renewal of Motor Vehicle (MV) Registration

    • Storage of Motor Vehicle

    • Miscellaneous Transactions

    • Re-Stamping of Engine/Chasis Number

    • Request for Motor Vehicle Verification

    • 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)

  • Insurance

  • Proper Driver Education

  • 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

  • Drug testing

  • Emission testing

  • Inventory of 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 

  • Accreditation 

Note that while all of these services are offered by LTO, some of them may not be readily available in certain offices in Southern Mindanao (Davao Region) due to limited facilities. That is why, it is best to check with your preferred LTO branch first to see if they are offering the service you require before you make the trip.

How to Contact LTO Region 11

All of the LTO offices are created to be accessible so the services can reach the people faster. They are also strategically located so they can better regulate the drivers and vehicles and maintain road safety in the region. The Secretariat also ensures that all of their services reach the people who need them through an LTO office. As such, you need to be able to reach out to the LTO Region 11 regional office or to any of the LTO agencies within, either by making a call, sending an email, or sending a message to their official social media accounts. They may also visit any of the LTO agencies in Region 11.

Contact Information 

For information, questions, concerns, or complaints, you may contact LTO Region 11 via the following:

Land Transportation Office Region 10 – Office of the Regional Director

Agency Code: 1100
Office Address: LTO MVIS Compound Quimpo Boulevard, Davao City
Telephone Number: (082) 226-4141
Head of Agency: Dir. Neil M. Cañedo, MBA
Email Address: ltorxi@yahoo.com.ph, ltodavao@gmail.com
Operating Hours: 8AM – 5PM (Mondays-Fridays)

Where is Southern Mindanao (Davao) Region — Region 11

Davao Region, formerly known as Southern Mindanao Region, is an administrative region in the Philippines, designated as Region 11. It lies at the southeastern portion of Mindanao, facing Micronesia in the Southern Pacific Ocean to the east, and the Eastern Indonesia through the Celebes Sea to the south. It is comprised of five provinces: Davao de Oro, Davao del Norte, Davao del Sur, Davao Oriental and Davao Occidental. It is also home to one independent city and four component cities, namely, Davao City, Panabo City, Tagum City, Digos City and Island Garden City of Samal. Geographically, Davao Region is bordered, clockwise from the North, by CARAGA, the Philippine Sea, Davao Gulf, Celebes Sea, SOCCSKSARGEN, and Northern Mindanao. It is bounded on the north side by the provinces of Surigao del Sur, Agusan del Sur, and Bukidnon. On the east side, there’s the Philippine Sea. On the west of the region lies the Central Mindanao provinces. 

Google Map Location

To learn more about the different driving directions or travel routes to the Southern Mindanao (Davao) region or to the LTO Region 11 regional office, you may check on the maps below:

Southern Mindanao (Davao) Region

Land Transportation Office  (LTO) Region 11

No Helmet Violation Fee for Motorcycle Drivers Philippines

The No Helmet Violation refers to the violation incurred when a traffic enforcer or an officer from the Land Transportation Office (LTO) tags a driver for not wearing a helmet when driving or riding a motorcycle. Skipping out on the helmet is illegal, since wearing a helmet for motorbike riders is mandated by law in a bid to give extra protection, both to the driver and the passenger. Depending on the number of offenses and the citation, LTO can sanction a pently fee that ranges from P1,500.00 up to P20,000.00.

Helmets are safety gears designed to protect the head of both rider and passenger and promote overall ride safety. Because it serves as the rider’s main protection in case of accidents, the LTO works extra hard to ensure that everyone at least has this sort of protection, while riding their motorcycles on public roads.

no helmet violation fee motorcycle drivers philippines

What is the No Helmet Violation Penalty

A No Helmet Violation is the violation incurred when one drives or rides a motorcycle without wearing a helmet. If you are not aware, being on a motorcycle without a helmet is illegal and subject to apprehension and fines. Regardless of the form of roads or the length of trip that the riders are traveling, it is a must for them to wear a standard protective helmet as the main protection in case of accidents, thanks to the provisions of RA No. 10054, also known as the Motorcycle Helmet Act of 2009.

As one of the most commonly violated laws in the country, the Motorcycle Helmet Act requires drivers and back riders to wear full-face protective motorcycle helmets with an Import Commodity Clearance (ICC) sticker. It was designed to secure and safeguard the citizenry. It is also designed for the operators or drivers of motorcycles and their passengers, as a preventive protection from the ruinous and extremely injurious effects of fatal or life threatening accidents and crashes. 

Aside from the riders, the Motorcycle Helmet Act also covers provisions requiring every seller and/or dealer to ensure that a new motorcycle helmet bearing the Philippine Standard (PS) mark and the Import Commodity Clearance (ICC) of the Bureau of Product Standards (BPS) is issued every time a new motorcycle unit is purchased. Failure to comply with the requirements provided also constitutes a violation of this law.

Who Is It For

The Motorcycle Helmet Act was especially created for the protection of all motorcycle riders. Under the law, all motorcycle riders must wear standard protective motorcycle helmets while driving, regardless if it’s a long or a short drive, and of the type of road and highway. The No Helmet Violation is a consequence of violating the Motorcycle Helmet Act.

Who are Exempted from Wearing Helmets

Like any law, even the Motorcycle Helmet Act has exemptions. In this case, drivers of tricycles shall be exempted from being tagged for No Helmet Violations since they are exempted from complying with the mandatory wearing of motorcycle helmets as provided for in the Motorcycle Helmet Act. 

How Much is the Fine or Penalty for No Helmet Violation

No Helmet Violation in the Philippines is one of the driving violations punishable by law. One who incurs this violation may be subjected to a fine ranging from P1,500.00 up to P20,000.00.

The penalties are imposed as follows:

  • Any person caught not wearing the standard protective motorcycle helmet.
    • First offense: P1,500.00

    • Second offense: P3,000.00

    • Third offense: P5,000.00

    • Fourth and subsequent offense: P10,000.00

  • Any seller and/or dealer who violates the provision requiring them to provide a new helmet that passes local safety standards for every purchase of a new motorcycle.
    • First and subsequent offense: not less than P10,000.00 but not more than P20,000.00

  • Any person who uses, sells, and distributes substandard motorcycle helmets or those which do not bear the PS mark or the ICC certificate.
    • First offense: P3,000.00

    • Second offense: P5,000.00

  • Tampering, alteration, forgery and imitation of the PS mark and the ICC certificates in the helmets.
    • First and subsequent offense: not less than P10,000.00 but not more than P20,000.00.

How to Settle No Helmet Violations

Settling a No Helmet Violation may vary depending on where the driver or operator of a motorcycle was apprehended. You may visit the Land Transport Management System (LTMS) portal and log in to check your violations and settle your payment there. Or, you may opt to visit the nearest LTO branch or satellite office closest to you.

When Should I Settle My No Helmet Violation

Motorcycle riders who were apprehended due to No Helmet Violation must settle their violation through the LTO within fifteen (15) days of the apprehension.

Important Reminders

For your reference, here are some important tips worth taking note of:

  • The No Helmet Violation is a resulting violation for not following the mandates of the Motorcycle Helmet Act of 2009.

  • The Motorcycle Helmet Act not only covers non-wearing of helmets but also non-issuance of standard protective helmets.

  • The provisions of the law also penalizes manufacturers and dealers for issuance of substandard helmets. 

  • The Motorcycle Helmet Act is a law mandated to protect both the drivers and riders. 

  • Settling violations related to non-use of helmets can be done online by registering for an account on the LTMS portal or in person at the LTO branches.

Video: Settling the No Helmet Violation at the LTO

Learn more about how to settle your No Helmet Violations at the LTO by watching this video from Je, Ads TV:

https://youtu.be/DqJ6HtHqcvc

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

For more information, you may check the common questions and answers regarding the No Helmet Violation here:

1. Why is it illegal to not wear a helmet?

Helmets are one of the rider’s main protection in case of accidents. With the Motorcycle Helmet Act in place, the agency helps promote the use of this protective gear, by making it illegal to ride without one.

2. Is it mandatory to wear a helmet?

Yes. Riders and passengers who travel on any form of roads or highways, whether it is a short trip or long, must be wearing a standard protective helmet, thanks to RA No. 10054, also known as the Motorcycle Helmet Act of 2009.

3. What are the allowed helmets in the Philippines?

To make sure you won’t get apprehended, you should be wearing a full-face helmet that bears an ICC sticker when riding a motorcycle. Of course, the helmet should also have passed local safety standards which certifies that the protective gear is safe to use. 

4. Are all helmets the same?

No. There are some helmets you can’t use while riding motorcycles in the Philippines. These are helmets that are not meant for motorcycles, like bike helmets, skateboard helmets, and others. In addition, some helmets don’t have an ICC sticker, so they can’t be used legally even if they are of the right type.

5. Is my back rider or passenger also required to wear a helmet?

Yes. Both the rider and the back rider or passenger are riding the same motorcycle and facing the same risks, so the two of them must be wearing the same appropriate helmet to help keep them safe on the road.

6. Who is exempted from wearing a helmet?

Only tricycle drivers are exempted from wearing a helmet. Other motorcycle riders are required to wear one at all times. Those riding small e-bikes are also encouraged to wear helmets whenever possible.

7. What are the different types of motorcycle helmets?

The different types of motorcycle helmets include:

  • Full-face helmet

  • Open-face helmet

  • Half helmets

  • Modular helmets

  • Dual-sport helmets

  • Off-road helmets

8. What is an ICC sticker for?

A helmet with an ICC sticker means that it meets the ICC standards and has passed the test to get an ICC Certification. The acronym stands for Import Commodity Clearance. The sticker is a Philippine Standard mark and is issued by the Bureau of Product Standards (BPS).

9. What does DOT, ECE, and Snell mean?

These are the different counterparts of the ICC Certification in other countries.

  • The DOT stands for the Department of Transportation in the United States. Having this sticker means that it passed the bare minimum standard for motorcycle helmets issued in the USA.

  • The ECE is also known as the Economic Commission for Europe. Helmets with the ECE stickers mean that they have passed the test to be legally issued in Europe. It is said that an ECE certification holds more power since the testing procedures are more stringent.

  • The Snell is a certification that is named after William “Pete” Snell, a racing driver who died after sustaining severe head injuries when his helmet failed to provide enough protection during a crash. That said, helmets with this certification usually belong to a special niche as they are primarily used by racing drivers/riders. They are usually lightweight and overengineered, making them more expensive than the traditional helmet.

Summary

The No Helmet Violation refers to violations against the Motorcycle Helmet Act of 2009. It refers to non-use of helmets, which can pose risks to motorcycle riders and passengers. Due to the role played by helmets in the protection of the riders, the government has made it mandatory and breaking this rule entails a ticket, penalty, or fine after being tagged for No Helmet Violation.

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