How to Apply Compulsory Third Party Liability (CTPL) Insurance?

In the Philippines, a Compulsory Third Party Liability (CTPL) insurance policy is a mandatory requirement for any motor vehicle to be registered with the Land Transportation Office (LTO). Regardless if it is for personal or commercial use, it generally comes with the policy and a  Confirmation of Cover (COC)—an LTO requirement that serves as proof of third-party insurance cover acquired prior to registration in a bid to protect the general public in cases of vehicular accidents.

Once the vehicle is appropriately covered with a CTPL policy, the attached COC can then be presented to the LTO. Note that the CTPL is different from the Comprehensive Car Insurance, and that this third-party insurance cover is mandated by the LTO for all vehicle registrations and registration renewals.

Compulsory Third Party Liability (CTPL) Insurance application

What is CTPL?

CTPL Insurance stands for Compulsory Third-Party Liability Insurance. It is a mandatory requirement of the Department of Transportation (DoTr) as carried out by the Land Transportation Office (LTO) meant to protect the general public in the event of vehicular accidents. It covers bodily injury and death for third parties, incurred as a result of the vehicle owner accidentally causing bodily injury or death arising from the use of the insured motor vehicle. It pays for expenses incurred by third parties as a result of the accident, but the coverage doesn’t include the driver nor the passengers of the insured vehicle. 

The CTPL only protects third parties which include anyone who is not a member of the insured’s family or employee and is not a passenger. It is basically a shield for the vehicle owner in case a potential third-party liability arises due to bodily injury and/or death caused by an accident involving the covered vehicle. 

CTPL vs Comprehensive Car Insurance

CTPL insurance is a mandatory requirement of the LTO in the Philippines. It offers coverage from liability only if you get into an accident that injures or kills a third party. Because it’s the basic and is the least expensive type of coverage, it doesn’t cover your own bodily injuries or vehicle damage. It only covers third-party liability, meaning it covers injuries or death of non-passengers.

Comprehensive car insurance, on the other hand, is not required by law. However, it offers wider coverage—not just for you but for your passengers as well. It is also customizable, allowing one to add add-ons as they please, to cover for their own damage, theft, passenger personal accident, acts of God, roadside assistance, and towing. It is also a more expensive type which covers a lot more, depending on the coverage you avail of and add-ons you want to include.

What is included in the CTPL

When a CTPL policy is purchased, the insured vehicle is given an insurance policy with conditions. It also comes with an attached Confirmation of Cover (COC). The COC is the document required by the LTO upon registration to prove that the motor vehicle has third-party insurance cover. Some of the details shown in the Certificate of Cover (COC) include:

  • the name of the assured
  • basic details of the vehicle such as
    • serial number
    • chassis number
    • plate number
    • color, 
  • the insurer’s limit of liability
    • schedule of benefits such as
      • death benefit
      • funeral expenses
      • permanent disablement and 
      • dismemberment 
    • limits for medical and hospital reimbursement 

A CTPL policy may be bought from any licensed insurance company. The premium rates are mandated by the Insurance Commission  and any deviation from the rate, be it higher or lower, should be reported to the Insurance Commission.

What is CTPL for?

The CTPL Insurance is a mandatory requirement for LTO registration and renewal of motor vehicles. It serves multiple purposes, too, including:

  • Offering protection to the general public in cases of accidents
  • Offering the assurance of an insurance policy in cases of accidents
  • Serving as proof that the motor vehicle has third-party insurance cover (to satisfy LTO requirements)

What is the CTPL Insurance Coverage Amount and Duration

The basic CTPL shields the vehicle owner from any potential third-party liability arising from bodily injury and/or death caused by an accident involving the covered vehicle. This coverage offers the following:

  • For PUVs
    • A total death benefit of ₱100,000 for the passenger-victim 
    • ₱100,000 for third-party victims. 
  • For a private vehicle
    • ₱100,000 insurance coverage is for third-party victims only. 
  • Under the ‘no fault’ clause, a third-party victim is entitled to a sum of max of ₱15,000 without proving negligence.
  • The maximum reimbursable fees of CTPL insurance is one hundred thousand pesos only (₱100,000) per year for third-party liability, subject to the schedule of indemnities
  • Annual coverage against liability for accidental death or bodily injury of third parties arising from motor vehicle accidents resulting from the fault/negligence of the assured or any authorized driver.

Who is Covered by CTPL?

The CTPL coverage also applies if the third party are as follows:

  • Friends and acquaintance passengers
  • Coworker passengers

General Exclusions

Some of the exclusions from the CTPL includes:

  • Any mishap that occurs outside the Philippines
  • While the vehicle is being utilized in a manner that is not in compliance with the vehicle’s restrictions.
  • When the car is being driven by someone who is not an authorized driver.
  • Flooding, typhoons, earthquakes, and other natural disasters, as well as the threat of conflict
  • Liability Assumed
  • Strikes, Riots and Civil Commotion

Who is Not Covered by the CTPL?

Aside from the regular exclusions, nobody, including the following may make a claim regardless of the amount of CTPL premium spent:

  • Family and close relatives
  • Employee passengers working for you
  • Passengers of public transportation
  • Passengers of service vehicles (delivery services, cable providers, etc.)

Validity

The CTPL coverage, like your motor vehicle registration, is only valid for a year, which is why it needs to be renewed every year. It is for this reason that the COC remains a requirement for renewal of motor vehicle registration every year as well. 

Fees

The price for CTPL is a bargain, as for these coverage, you only need to pay the following amounts:

  • For private automobiles, you’ll need to pay up to ₱1000.00.
  • For motorbikes, you’ll need to pay the actual value of ₱500.00 for a one-year policy. 
  • Private automobiles can pay ₱3,000.00 for three years of coverage.
  • Motorbikes can spend maximum reimbursable fees of ₱1000.00.

How and Where to Get CTPL Insurance in the Philippines

Before you even think of registering or renewing your motor vehicle registration at the LTO, you must first secure a CTPL by following the steps below:

Step 1: Prepare the CTPL insurance documentary requirements, including:

Step 2: Choose any of the LTO-accredited CTPL insurance providers and buy your CTPL policy from it.

Step 3: Upon purchase, you will receive the policy along with the conditions and a Certificate of Cover (COC). 

Step 4: Make duplicate copies of every document you receive and bring them to the LTO upon registration to prove that your vehicle or motorcycle has a CTPL insurance coverage.

Note: If you are buying a brand-new car, the dealership might offer free CTPL coverage for a certain period. If that’s the case, ask your agent if it’s bundled in your freebies package.

What are the licensed CTPL Insurance Companies in the Philippines?

Here’s a complete list of licensed Insurance Companies in the Philippines:

  • Pioneer Insurance & Surety Corporation
  • Malayan Insurance Company, Inc.
  • BPI/MS Insurance Corporation
  • AIG Phil. Ins. Company (Chartis Phils., Inc.)
  • Philippines’ First Insurance Co., Inc.
  • Cibeles Insurance Corporation
  • Charter Ping An (Phil Charter Ins. Corp)
  • Standard Insurance Company, Inc.
  • Alliedbankers Insurance Corporation
  • Starr International Insurance Phils., Branch
  • Mapfre Insular Insurance Corporation
  • Philam Life and Gen. Insurance Company
  • Prudential Guarantee and Assurance Inc.
  • Bankers Assce. (Malayan Zurich)
  • First Nationwide Assurance Corporation
  • BF General Insurance Company, Inc.
  • Blue Cross Insurance, Inc.
  • UCPB General Insurance Company, Inc.
  • Perla Companie de Seguros, Inc.
  • QBE Seabord Insurance Phils, Inc.
  • Stronghold Insurance Company, Inc.
  • Commonwealth Insurance Company
  • Pioneer Intercontinental Inc. Company
  • Asia Insurance Corp.
  • Insurance Company of North America
  • Pioneer Asia Insurance Corporation
  • Plaridel Surety & Insurance Company
  • Reliance Surety & Insurance Company
  • United Insurance Company, Inc.
  • Sterling Insurance Company
  • Corporate Guarantee and Insurance Company, Inc.
  • People’s General Insurance Corporation
  • Federal Phoenix Assurance Company, Inc.
  • MAA General Assurance Philippines, Inc.
  • Petrogen Insurance Corporation
  • Empire Insurance Company
  • Alpha Insurance and Surety Company, Inc.
  • Liberty Insurance Corporation
  • Centenial Guarantee Assurance Corporation
  • PGA Sompo Japan Insurance, Inc.
  • Manila Surety & Fidelity Company Inc.
  • Mercantile Insurance Company, Inc.
  • Philippine British Assurance Company, Inc.
  • Pacific Union Insurance Company
  • Monarch Insurance Company, Inc.
  • Paramount Life and Gen. Ins. Corp.
  • Investors Assurance Corporation
  • Western Guaranty Corporation
  • Visayan Surety & Insurance Corporation
  • Fortune General Insurance Corporation
  • Intra-Strata Assurance Corporation
  • New India Assurance Company, Ltd.
  • Country Bankers Insurance Corporation
  • AFP General Insurance Corporation
  • Great Domestic Insurance Company of the Philippines, Inc.
  • First Integrated Bonding & Insurance Co., Inc.
  • Premier Insurance and Surety Corporation
  • Republic Surety and Insurance Company, Inc.
  • Milestone Guaranty and Assurance Corporation
  • Security Pacific Assurance Corporation
  • Meridian Assurance Corporation
  • R&B Insurance Corporation
  • Asia United Insurance, Inc.
  • Far Eastern Surety & Insurance Company, Inc.
  • Solid Guaranty Inc.
  • Travellers Insurance & Surety Corporation
  • Metropolitan Insurance Company
  • Northwest Insurance & Surety Company, Inc.
  • FLT Prime Insurance Corporation
  • Philippine Fire and Marine Insurance Corp.
  • PNB General Insurers Company, Inc.
  • CLIMBS Life and General Inc.

Summary

Getting a CTPL Insurance for your motor vehicle may be required by the LTO, but it serves to protect the third parties from whatever deficiencies you may have as a driver. As such, it is important to ensure that your CTPL is taken from legitimate providers instead of the fly by night companies offering Compulsory Third Party Liability (CTPL) in LTO. Unsuspicious motorists may simply just buy a CTPL from a person or company to speed up the car registration process without ensuring its legal existence, resulting in more problems when you accidentally hit a person.

How to Get an LTO Conductor’s License

The conductor’s license, just like the driver’s license, is also a license issued by the Land Transportation Office (LTO).Unlike the driver’s license, however, not many people know about the need for a conductor’s license in the Philippines except, perhaps, for those who actually work as one. In fact, it is also mandated by the Republic Act 4136 which is also known as the “Land Transportation and Traffic Code.”

The conductor’s license is just like the driver’s license. It is a necessary document issued by the LTO to those who wish to work as bus conductors in the Philippines. It is a documentary proof that a conductor has the necessary skills and qualifications to work and assist the drivers of buses and other public utility vehicles (PUVs). It also allows the LTO to regulate conductors in the country, much like how they regulate the drivers and vehicles, especially those who are out to serve the public citizenry 

lto conductors license application

What is an LTO Conductor’s License (CL)?

A Conductor’s License is a type of license or permit released to bus conductors only. This is issued by the Land Transportation Authority (LTO) under the mandate of the Land Transportation and Traffic Code. It is issued by the LTO to those who wish to work as a conductor assisting the driver in fare collection, checking and issuing tickets, and ensuring the safety of the passengers and cargo of any public service operator. It is also the conductors who are held liable in cases of violation regarding overloading of passengers or freight or cargo beyond its registered carrying capacity.

Much like the professional Driver’s License, the Conductor’s License is a necessary requirement from those who wish to work as a conductor and earn. It requires applicants to take a 20-item written assessment and attend an orientation or enhancement program, regardless of whether he can or cannot drive. It doesn’t require one to be able to drive. Instead, the license is issued to qualified individuals so they can legally perform the following tasks in the Philippines:

  • collecting and issuing tickets, passes or fares

  • checking the validity of issued tickets

  • attending to the passengers
    providing assistance regarding boarding, seating and luggage particularly to the elderly, sick, disabled, or injured passengers;

  • opening and closing doors for passengers;

  • performing safety checks prior to departure

  • signaling to drivers to stop or proceed when passengers disembark

  • greeting passengers, checking boarding transportation equipment, and announcing routes and stops
    ensuring that safety regulations are observed

  • responding to passengers requests and complaints; and

  • taking charge of appropriate actions in cases of emergencies or accidents

According to the guidelines and procedures for the issuance of the Conductor’s License are governed by the Supplemental Implementing Rules and Regulations as provisioned by RA 10930, a valid conductor’s license allows an individual to secure work under any of the following capacities:

  • Bus conductor

  • Bus inspector

  • Cable car conductor

  • Passenger car conductor

  • Railway passenger train guard

  • Road freight conductor

  • Ticket inspector (public transport)

  • Train conductor

  • Transport conductor

Benefits of an LTO Conductor’s License

Acquiring a conductor’s license is good in the sense that it offers to qualified individuals the following benefits:

  • It helps avoid the potential penalties and legal repercussions associated with driving without or with an expired license. 

  • It offers a valid photo ID that can be used when transacting in both public and private offices.

  • The license renewal process becomes easier than getting a new one.

  • It takes a long time, from five to ten years, to expire, depending on the license type.

  • It helps regulate and keep the conductors in check, allowing for regulation in the industry.

Qualifications for an LTO Conductor’s License

As per RA 10930, obtaining a Conductor’s License (CL) in the Philippines requires one to satisfy the following qualifying conditions:

  • Must be at least eighteen (18) years old 

  • Must be physically and mentally fit to work and no contagious disease

  • Must be able to read and write in Filipino and/or English 

  • Must have passed the theoretical examination – New CL and those not renewed for more than two (2) years from the expiry date

  • Must not have unsettled traffic violation

  • Must have completed the Conductor’s Theoretical Course (CTC) from LTO Driver’s Education Center (DEC)

  • Must not be a drug user or alcoholic

  • Must be clean, neat, and presentable

  • For new applications and those with dormant license (who has not renewed their CL for over two (2) years): Must have attended and passed the theoretical examination from either the LTO Driver’s Education Center, the LTO-accredited Driving School, or the LTO Accredited TESDA Training Center

  • For those seeking to renew the five (5) year Conductor’s License for the first time: Must have completed the Conductor’s Enhancement Program (CEP) prior to application

  • For those seeking to renew their Conductor’s License with Examination [Expired for more than two (2) years] and/or with five (5) to nine (9) Demerit Points: Must have completed the Conductor’s Re-orientation Course

  • For those seeking to renew their 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: Must have completed the Conductor’s Re-orientation Course and passed the Theoretical Examination

Requirements for an LTO Conductor’s License

Application for a Conductor’s license in the Philippines require the applicants to secure, present, and submit the following documentary requirements:

  • Duly-accomplished Application for Permits and Licenses (APL) Form

For New Conductor’s License Application

  • Electronically-transmitted medical certificate from any of the LTO-accredited medical clinic nationwide (One (1) photocopy and presentation of the original medical certificate)

  • Presentation of the original and submission of one (1) photocopy of any of the following proof of identification:
    • PSA Birth Certificate

    • Philippine Identification Card

    • Passport

    • PSA Certificate of Marriage for married women

  • Any of the following clearances:
    • NBI Clearance

    • Police Clearance

    • Court Clearance

  • Taxpayer’s Identification Number (TIN)

For those Intending to Change their Civil Status

  • PSA-Authenticated Marriage Contract

For those who need a Change of Address

  • Barangay Clearance, with the applicant’s complete address

  • Proof of billing statement

For Changes in any Other Personal Details

  • Presentation of the original and submission of one (1) photocopy of any of the following proof of identification:
    • PSA Birth Certificate

    • Philippine Identification Card

    • Passport

For Lost or Mutilated Conductor’s License

For Advanced Renewal

  • Electronically Transmitted Certificate of Completion of Conductor’s Enhancement Program (CEP) for the initial renewal of DL with five (5) years validity

  • Presentation of original Conductor’s License

  • Submission of Certificate of Completion of Conductor’s Re-orientation Course for applicants with five (5) to nine (9) demerit points

  • Plane ticket

For OFWs and Filipinos Living Abroad

  • Presentation of one (1) photocopy of passport (first page, visa page, and departure from the Philippines and latest arrival overseas)

  • Presentation of original Letter of Authority if sending an authorized representative

  • Submission of Certificate of Completion of Conductor’s Re-orientation Course for applicants with five (5) to nine (9) demerit points

For Renewal of Expired Conductor’s License with five (5) to nine (9) Demerit Points

  • Certificate of Completion of Conductor’s Re-orientation Course

For Renewal of Expired Conductor’s License with ten (10) or more Demerit Points

  • Certificate of completion of Conductor’s Re-orientation Course

  • Proof of completion of Automated Theoretical Examination

Procedures for Securing an LTO Conductor’s License

If you are interested in securing one, there are two ways to do so: in person by visiting the LTO branches, or online, via the Land Transport Management System (LTMS) portal. 

In-Person Application

To apply for a conductor’s License by visiting an LTO branch with licensing functions, here are the steps that you should follow:

Step 1: Visit your preferred LTO Licensing Centers , LTO Licensing Extension Offices, LTO District Offices, or LTO Extension Offices near you.

Step 2: Proceed to the Customer Service Counter and have your documents checked for authenticity and completeness.

Step 3: Secure a Conductor’s License Application Form.

Step 4: Secure a queue number and wait for your turn.

Step 5: When your number is called, proceed to the transaction counters.

Step 6: Submit the application form along with all your documentary requirements to the Evaluator.

Step 7: Wait for your turn and proceed to the Photo-taking/Signature Area to have your picture and signature taken.

Step 8: Proceed to the Cashier when your name is called to pay the application fee and keep the Official Receipt (OR).

Step 9: Proceed to the Testing Area and present the Official Receipt (OR) to take the written exam.

Step 10: After passing the written exam, proceed to the Cashier when your name is called and pay the necessary fees for the license. Keep the Official Receipt (OR).

Step 11: Proceed to the Releasing Counter, present the Official Receipt and claim the temporary license or card type license.

Online Application

Application for and Renewal of the LTO Conductor’s License (CL) may also be done online through the LTMS portal (portal.lto.gov.ph), but the Conductor’s License must be claimed at the chosen LTO Office.

To apply for a conductor’s license online, simply follow these steps:

Step 1: Register at the Land Transportation Management System (LTO-LTMS) portal.

  • Click the ‘Register’ tab at the top of the LTMS homepage.

  • When prompted for your license/serial number, click No.

  • Enter your basic personal information like your name, address, contact information, and date of birth.

  • Once completed, verify your LTO LTMS account using the verification link sent to the e-mail address you provided within 24 hours. 

  • You will be prompted to create your password.

Step 2: Once registered, sign in to your account using your new password.

Step 3: Once logged in, select ‘Licensing’ on the LTMS dashboard to access the online license application portal.

Step 4: Complete the online licensing application form, especially the fields with red marks as they are vital in your application including the following:

  • educational attainment

  • place of birth

  • eye color

  • height

  • weight

  • emergency contact person, and  

  • complete address

Step 5: Once done, click ‘Apply Changes.’

Step 6: You’ll be redirected to the dashboard so you will need to click ‘Licensing’ again.

Step 7: Read and accept the LTMS’ Terms of Use.

Step 8: Once done, you will need to select the appropriate details, including:

  • Type of license (Conductor’s License);

  • Type of application (New Application, Renewal, Revision of Records, Replacement, etc.); and

  • The preferred appointment schedule and LTO office.

Note: In the event of dormant licenses or those that have not been renewed for two (2) or more years, you will need to follow the same procedure to secure a Conductor’s License (CL).

Validity Period of an LTO Conductor’s License

A new LTO-issued Conductor’s License (CL) is valid for a maximum of five (5) years until the licensee’s fifth birthday since the license was released, unless sooner revoked or suspended. A holder of a Conductor’s License who has not committed any violation/s during the five (5) year period preceding its expiration shall be entitled to renewal of the same license with a validity period of ten (10) years.

Fees to Pay for an LTO Conductor’s License

To secure a conductor’s license from the LTO, one must prepare to pay the following fees:

Regular fees

  • License/ Permit fees: Php 585.00

  • Application Fee: Php 100.00

  • Computer Fee: Php 67.63
    Overall Total: Php 752.63

Additional Penalty fees

  • Expired for one (1) day up to one (1) year: Php 75.00
    Expired for more than one (1) year up to two (2) years: Php 150.00
    Expired for more than two (2) years: Php 225.00

  • For On-time Renewal: Applicants only need to pay the license and (1) one computer fee

  • For those with 1-day to 2 years expired licenses: They need to pay the license, penalty, and (1) one computer fee

  • For Re-examinees: They need to pay the application, license, penalty and (2) two computer fees.

Other fees

  • Replacement Fee: Php 225.00

  • Certification Fee: Php 100.00

  • Clearance Fee: Php 30.00

  • Duplicate Fee: Php 50.00

  • Revision of Records: Php 100.00

Where to Get an LTO Conductor’s License

To secure an LTO conductor’s license, the applicant may go to any of the following LTO offices for the application procedures.

  • LTO Licensing Centers 

  • LTO Licensing Extension Offices

  • LTO District Offices 

  • LTO Extension Offices

Important Reminders

Make sure you come prepared when applying for a conductor’s license. Don’t forget to check these tips and reminders:

  • An LTO Conductor’s License (CL) is a document mandated by IRR of the Land Transportation and Traffic Code.

  • A conductor’s license is secured from the LTO before an individual can legally work as a bus conductor in the Philippines.

  • The first Conductor’s License (CL) issued to conductors in the Philippines during new applications has a validity period of three (3) or five (5) years.

  • Renewal may result in the issuance of a Conductor’s License with a five- or ten-year validity.

  • Even dormant licenses can be renewed in person or online via the LTO-LTMS portal.

  • The procedures for securing a Conductor’s License is almost the same as the application for a Professional Driver’s License.

  • Those who will be applying for the conductor’s license but still hold the 3-year validity license cards are required to personally appear at the chosen LTO Office to undergo the biometric capturing process as part of the requirements for the printing of the 5-year validity license cards.

  • In areas where there are no PSA branches or offices available, applicants may present the original and photocopy of their birth certificate validated by the Office of the Local Civil Registry with attached Official Receipt.

Video: How to Apply and Renew the LTO Conductor’s License

Learn more about the step-by-step procedures for renewing a driver’s or conductor’s license from this video posted by Christine Diane.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

For your reference, here are some of the most common and frequently asked questions and answers regarding the Conductor’s License.

1. Where can I find my Conductor’s License number?

If you have a Conductor’s License already, then this is the same as the serial number on your ID. If you don’t have one yet, then you’d want to skip this portion when registering online for an LTO-LTMS account.

2. How much does it cost to get a Conductor’s License in the Philippines?

Depending on whether you are a first-time applicant or a re-examinee or are simply seeking for a renewal or a replacement of your conductor’s license, these are the fees you will need to pay:

  • Regular fees:
    • License/ Permit fees: Php 585.00

    • Application Fee: Php 100.00

    • Computer Fee: Php 67.63
      Overall Total: Php 752.63

  • Additional Penalty fees:
    • Expired for one (1) day up to one (1) year: Php 75.00
      Expired for more than one (1) year up to two (2) years: Php 150.00
      Expired for more than two (2) years: Php 225.00

    • For On-time Renewal: Applicants only need to pay the license and (1) one computer fee

    • For those with 1-day to 2 years expired licenses: They need to pay the license, penalty, and (1) one computer fee

    • For Re-examinees: They need to pay the application, license, penalty and (2) two computer fees.

  • Other fees:
    • Replacement Fee: Php 225.00

    • Certification Fee: Php 100.00

    • Clearance Fee: Php 30.00

    • Duplicate Fee: Php 50.00

    • Revision of Records: Php 100.00

3. Can I use the LTO-issued Conductor’s License in place of a Driver’s License?

No. Conductor’s License is exclusively for bus conductors. It differs from a Driver’s License and was not created as a permit to drive. Having said though these two are issued by the same regulatory body, LTO, they have very different purposes and cannot be used interchangeably.

4. Do I need to enroll or complete a seminar at a driving school to get a Conductor’s License?

Yes. If you are renewing your five-year Conductor’s License for the first time, then you will need to complete and secure a completion certificate for the Conductor’s Enhancement Program (CEP) designed by the LTO from any LTO-accredited institution. Those who are renewing with demerits will also need to complete a Conductor’s Re-orientation Course (CRC) to be able to proceed with the transaction.

5. Can I renew my Conductor’s License before it expires on the last working day prior to my birthday?

Yes. It is possible but there is a separate set of requirements and procedures for advance renewal. Nevertheless, it is possible to secure a renewal prior to expiration of your Conductor’s License.

Summary

Obtaining a Conductor’s License (CL) from the LTO may not be as widely known as securing a Driver’s License, but it is equally important, especially if you are seeking a career as a conductor as proves that they have what it takes to carry out the duties of a transport conductor in assisting the drivers of buses and other public utility vehicles (PUVs) in the country. It is also mandated by the law so you kind of have no choice in the matter. The process for application and renewal of the LTO conductor’s license is also easy as it is quite similar to that of the driver’s license, but with a few exceptions like that of the classifications/restrictions.

So, if you intend to seek a career as a conductor or are already working as one without a conductor’s license, then it’s best to secure a Conductor’s License (CL) from the Land Transportation Authority (LTO) as soon as possible.

Contact Information

For more information or to address your inquiries or concerns regarding the application or renewal of the Conductor’s License, you may reach out to LTO via the following contact information:

Land Transportation Office

Via the LTMS portal: Visit the LTO’s official website and fill out their Contact Us form (https://portal.lto.gov.ph/ords/f?p=PUBLIC_PORTAL:CONTACT_US:115716301949471:::::)
Via phone call: You may contact them at their telephone number (632) 922-9061 to 66.
Via email: You may also send them an email at clientcare@lto.gov.ph.
Via the LTO Text Hotline Service: You may use LTO’s nationwide SMS service for drivers and vehicle owners by typing LTOHELP and sending it to 2600.
Note: The LTO Text Hotline service is only available during office hours on weekdays. If you avail this service after 5 PM, you won’t get any replies, but you will still be charged a Php 2.00 fee, as it is the fee for using the service.
By visiting the LTO office: For information, you may check this list of Complete LTO branch offices for the one closest to you.

How to Get Drivers License Certification and Transaction History from LTO

Getting a driver’s license certification along with the transaction history from the Land Transportation Office (LTO) is just like obtaining other documents from the LTO. There are requirements to be fulfilled and fixed procedures to be followed. It isn’t always something that you request for though, especially if you are in the Philippines. However, if you are immigrating to another country like the Canada, you’d want to secure a driver’s license certification and skip the learner’s license up until the G5 driver’s license.

In any case, if you ever find yourself in need of a driver’s license certification and transaction history, you can always request for one at the LTO office of your choice. It doesn’t exempt you from taking the full driver’s license examination which includes a road test, vision test, and written examination, but it sure comes with benefits worth taking the certification for.

lto drivers license certification and transaction history

What is a Driver’s License Certification and Transaction History?

A Driver’s License Certification and Transaction History is an LTO record usually used as supporting document for driver’s license application abroad or for local employment purposes. It is usually requested for DFA Authentication and local employment and other purposes locally or abroad, and can be requested by individuals or private and government entities for other purposes.

Who is it for?

The request for Driver’s License Certification and Transaction History from the LTO is usually made or processed by the following:

  • Driver’s License holders

  • Law Enforcement Agencies

  • Courts

  • Private entities (with consent of the driver’s license holder)

  • Other government entities (with consent of the driver’s license holder)

Requirements

When requesting for a Driver’s License Certification and Transaction History from the LTO, individuals or private and public entities must prepare the following documentary requirements:

For DFA Authentication

  • One (1) photocopy of the Driver’s License 

  • One (1) photocopy of the Official Receipt (OR)

  • In case of lost Driver’s License: Original affidavit of loss. 

  • If the Driver’s License holder is out of the country: one (1) photocopy of valid passport showing the following:
    • First page

    • Visa page 

    • Latest date of arrival and departure

  • If requested by a representative: the following documents are required:
    • Authorization Letter 

    • One (1) photocopy of any of the following valid government/company issued ID with photo and signature of the applicant and representative
      • Philippine Identification (PhilID) Card

      • Philippine passport

      • Social Security System (SSS) Card

      • UMID Card

      • PhilHealth ID

      • TIN Card

      • Postal ID

      • Voter’s ID

      • Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) ID

      • Senior Citizen ID

      • OFW ID

      • Overseas Workers Welfare  Administration (OWWA) ID

      • National Council of Disabled Affairs (NCDA) ID

      • Solo Parent ID

      • Government Services and Insurance System (GSIS) e-Card

      • Seaman’s Book

      • Government Owned and/or Controlled Corporations (GOCC) ID

      • Home Development Mutual Fund (HDMF) ID

      • Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Certification

      • Integrated Bar of the Philippines (IBP) ID

For Local Employment and other purposes

  • Original letter request

  • Presentation of original and submission of one (1) photocopy of any of the following valid government issued ID with photo and signature of the requesting officer
    • Philippine Identification (PhilID) Card

    • Philippine passport

    • Social Security System (SSS) Card

    • UMID Card

    • PhilHealth ID

    • TIN Card

    • Postal ID

    • Voter’s ID

    • Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) ID

    • Senior Citizen ID

    • OFW ID

    • Overseas Workers Welfare  Administration (OWWA) ID

    • National Council of Disabled Affairs (NCDA) ID

    • Solo Parent ID

    • Government Services and Insurance System (GSIS) e-Card

    • Seaman’s Book

    • Government Owned and/or Controlled Corporations (GOCC) ID

    • Home Development Mutual Fund (HDMF) ID

    • Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Certification

    • Integrated Bar of the Philippines (IBP) ID

  • If requested via a representative:
    • Original Authorization Letter  

    • One (1) photocopy of any of the following valid government or company-issued ID with photo and signature of the applicant and representative
      • Philippine Identification (PhilID) Card

      • Philippine passport

      • Social Security System (SSS) Card

      • UMID Card

      • PhilHealth ID

      • TIN Card

      • Postal ID

      • Voter’s ID

      • Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) ID

      • Senior Citizen ID

      • OFW ID

      • Overseas Workers Welfare  Administration (OWWA) ID

      • National Council of Disabled Affairs (NCDA) ID

      • Solo Parent ID

      • Government Services and Insurance System (GSIS) e-Card

      • Seaman’s Book

      • Government Owned and/or Controlled Corporations (GOCC) ID

      • Home Development Mutual Fund (HDMF) ID

      • Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Certification

      • Integrated Bar of the Philippines (IBP) ID

Request for License Transaction History

  • Presentation of original and submission of one (1) photocopy of valid Driver’s License

  • Original letter request

  • If requested by a representative:
    • Authorization Letter with 

    • One (1) photocopy of any valid government/company issued ID with photo and signature of the applicant and representative
      • Philippine Identification (PhilID) Card

      • Philippine passport

      • Social Security System (SSS) Card

      • UMID Card

      • PhilHealth ID

      • TIN Card

      • Postal ID

      • Voter’s ID

      • Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) ID

      • Senior Citizen ID

      • OFW ID

      • Overseas Workers Welfare  Administration (OWWA) ID

      • National Council of Disabled Affairs (NCDA) ID

      • Solo Parent ID

      • Government Services and Insurance System (GSIS) e-Card

      • Seaman’s Book

      • Government Owned and/or Controlled Corporations (GOCC) ID

      • Home Development Mutual Fund (HDMF) ID

      • Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Certification

      • Integrated Bar of the Philippines (IBP) ID

Procedures

To make a request for a Driver’s License Certification and Transaction History from the LTO, you may simply follow these steps:

Step 1. Visit any LTO office, be it a LTO Licensing Center, District Office, Extension Office, or the License Section in the Central Office or in the Regional Offices, near you.

Step 2. Check if they process DL Certifications and if they require an appointment or accept walk-in applicants.

  • If they require an appointment, book an appointment online with LTO ahead of your visit. 

Note: The LTO recently rolled out an online website portal called the Land Transportation Management System (LTMS). You may register for an LTMS account and use it to set up an appointment and transact with the LTO. As of writing, not all LTO offices in the country are connected to the system just yet. Some offices also still accept walk-in applicants so it is very important that you check first before you go.

Step 3. At the LTO office, ask where you can get a Request Form for the application of license certification

Note: To help save you some time, you may also check the LTO website’s LTO Forms section to download the Request Form for the application of license certification.

Step 4. Once you have completely accomplished the form, get a queue ticket from the service counter and wait for your number to be called.

Step 5. Submit your completed request form and all the requirements, including your queue number.

Step 6. The LTO evaluator will verify your documents for completeness and authenticity from the LTO database and prepare a Pay Order Slip (POS).

Step 7. Once a Pay Order Slip (POS) is issued, you will be asked to proceed to the Cashier to pay the certification fee.

Step 8. Once paid, you will be issued a claim stub and an Official Receipt (OR).

Step 9. Head on to the Releasing Center and present the claim stub and OR. 

Step 10. Wait for the DL Certification and OR to be handed to you, then sign the duplicate copy of the DL Certification. 

Fees

Aside from the fees for the documentary requirements, the only fee to pay when requesting for a Driver’s License Certification and Transaction History from the LTO is the Certification Fee which costs P 100.00.

Where to get it

Depending on where it will be used, one can request for a Driver’s License Certification and Transaction History from the following offices:

For Local Purposes

  • LTO Licensing Centers

  • LTO District Offices 

  • LTO Extension Offices 

  • License Section, LTO Central Office

For DFA Authentication

  • License Section, LTO Central Office 

  • LTO Regional Offices

Important Reminders

When requesting for a Driver’s License Certification and Transaction History from the LTO, here are some things you’d need to remember.

  • For requesters abroad, the certification will be issued either by mail or through an authorized representative due to the issuance of Official Receipts (OR) and the use of Security papers for authentication purposes.

  • The LTO Certification is a document that can show the history of the driving experience in the Philippines which is a requirement for when the applicant tries to apply for a Foreign Driver’s License. 

  • Depending on the purpose of making the request for a Driver’s License Certification and Transaction History from the LTO, there is a limit to where the certification can be requested. Usually it is only available for procurement at the LTO Head Office in Quezon City.

  • The Driver’s License Certification and Transaction History is only available to those who can prove that they are who they claim to be.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

For your reference, here are some common questions and answers regarding the Driver’s License Certification and Transaction History issued by the LTO.

1. I’m currently out of the country and would like to request for copies of my driver’s license records in the Philippines. How can I obtain this?

You may file a request for the Driver’s License Certification and Transaction History through an authorized representative. The authorized representative in the Philippines may then file your written request at LTO, License Section, W -10, East Avenue, QC. You simply need to pay the Certification Fee amounting to P100.00, state your purpose, and provide your personal information including the complete name, birthday, and driver’s license no., if available. The certification is issued either by mail or through the representative due to the issuance of Official Receipts (OR) and the use of Security papers for authentication purposes.

2. Can I request for a Driver’s License Certification and Transaction History from any of the LTO offices in the Philippines?

No. Depending on where the certification will be used, you may only get them from the following places:

For Local Purposes

  • LTO Licensing Centers

  • LTO District Offices 

  • LTO Extension Offices 

  • License Section, LTO Central Office

For DFA Authentication

  • License Section, LTO Central Office 

  • LTO Regional Offices

3. Is the Driver’s License Certification and Transaction History expensive to obtain?

Not really, but it would depend on what you consider expensive. The only LTO fee you will need to pay for at the LTO office is the Certification Fee which costs P 100.00.

4. Can I check just anyone’s driving records by requesting for this document?

No. Like every document issued by the Philippine government as an ID, the Driver’s License Certification and Transaction History is only available to those who can prove that they are who they claim to be. In cases when a representative is sent to request for one, then the representative will need to provide an authorization letter, along with the applicant’s and the representatives’ ID.

5. How long does it take to receive my Driver’s License Certification and Transaction History?

The waiting period for a Driver’s License Certification and Transaction History is usually two hours, though it might take longer depending on the amount of visitors received and services by the LTO office where you are making the request from. 

6. Where can I ask for more information about the Driver’s License Certification and Transaction History?

For questions and other concerns, you may reach out to the LTO via the following contact information:

Land Transportation Office (LTO)
LTMS portal: Visit the LTO’s official website and fill out their Contact Us form at https://portal.lto.gov.ph/ords/f?p=PUBLIC_PORTAL:CONTACT_US:115716301949471.
Phone call: You may contact them at their telephone number (632) 922-9061 to 66.
Email: You may also send them an email at clientcare@lto.gov.ph.
LTO Text Hotline Service: You may use LTO’s nationwide SMS service for drivers and vehicle owners by typing LTOHELP and sending it to 2600
LTO office: For information, you may check with any of the LTO branch offices near you.

Summary

Usually, a Driver’s License Certification and Transaction History is requested for those who wish to secure a foreign driver’s license when they go overseas. However, there are instances when it is required locally for employment or other purposes. That said, the LTO made it a point to ensure that the certification is available to those who will request it, provided that they can provide the documentary requirements and pay the price for certification. Nonetheless, it is a pretty straightforward procedure, so following this guide will ensure that this transaction will be as painless as possible for you.

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