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LTO Branches and License Renewal Offices in Malls Nationwide

The Land Transportation Office (LTO) has made its services more accessible by setting up branches inside major shopping malls across the Philippines. Most of the LTO in malls cater are labeled as DLRO or Driver’s License Renewal Offices. These mall-based LTO offices provide a faster, more convenient way for drivers and vehicle owners to process licenses, registrations, and other transactions without the hassle of traveling to far or crowded district offices.

The LTO branches in shopping malls not only offer convenience, but it also allows drivers and vehicle owners to complete their transactions while enjoying the comfort and accessibility of mall locations or combining it with other errands like shopping, dining, or paying bills in one trip. If you think you would prefer to go through one of them for your next LTO transaction, then this guide is for you.

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lto renewal office branches inside malls

Below is a comprehensive list of LTO branches in malls in different regions, complete with their addresses, contact details, and operating hours to guide you in planning your visit. Take note that this is based on our research checking the offices in malls. LTOPortal.PH is the original writer of this content.

Region 1

LTO DLRO CB Mall Urdaneta Center

Agency Code: 0143
Name of Agency: CB Mall Urdaneta Driver’s Licensing Renewal Office
Office Address: Nancayasan, Urdaneta City, Pangasinan
Official Number: 075-2049885
Official Email Address: r1ltodlrocbmall@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (9AM – 5PM)

Region 2

LTO Aritao Extension Office

Agency Code: 0210
Name of Agency: Aritao Extension Office
Office Address: Aritao Growth Center, Banganan, Aritao, Nueva Vizcaya
Official Number: 09266474297
Official Email Address: aritaoeo@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (8AM – 5PM)

Region 3

LTO DLRO Balagtas Town Center

Agency Code: 0310
Name of Agency: DLRO Balagtas Town Center
Office Address: 2nd Floor Balagtas Town Center, McArthur Highway, Balagtas, Bulacan
Official Number: 0991-9699764
Official Email Address: dlrobalagtas@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (8AM – 5PM)

LTO DLRO Robinsons Starmills

Agency Code: 0381
Name of Agency: DLRO Robinsons Starmills
Office Address: Level 2, Robinsons Starmills, City of San Fernando, Pampanga
Official Number: 045-457-6978
Official Email Address: dlro.robinsons.pampanga.@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (8AM – 5PM)

LTO DLRO Robinsons Malolos

Agency Code: 0354
Name of Agency: DLRO Robinsons Malolos
Office Address: Level 4, Robinsons Place, Malolos, Bulacan
Official Number: 044-305-4120
Official Email Address: 0354ddmpao@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (10AM – 6PM)

LTO DLRC SM Clark

Agency Code: 0398
Name of Agency: DLRC SM Clark
Office Address: G/F 168 SM City Clark, M.A. Roxas Hiway, Brgy.Malabanias, Angeles City
Official Number: (045) 499 4316
Official Email Address: ltodlrosmclark@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (10AM – 5PM)

LTO DLRO SM Pulilan

Agency Code: 0357
Name of Agency: DLRO SM Pulilan
Office Address: SM Pulilan, Sto. Cristo, Pulilan, Bulacan
Official Number: 9692606054
Official Email Address: dlrosmpulilan@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (10AM – 10PM)

LTO DLRO SM San Jose Del Monte

Agency Code: 0383
Name of Agency: DLRO SM San Jose Del Monte
Office Address: Basement 2, SM City San Jose Del Monte, Quirino Hiway, San Jose Del Monte City, Bulacan
Official Number: 0995-9416222
Official Email Address: 0383ddmpao@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Daily (10AM – 10PM)

LTO DLRO SM Telabastagan

Agency Code: 0355
Name of Agency: DLRO SM Telabastagan
Office Address: 2nd Floor, Near Cinemas, SM City Telabastagan, City of San Fernando, Pampanga
Official Number: (0968) 288 1976
Official Email Address: 0355dlrosmtelabastagan@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (10AM – 5PM)
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DLROSMTelabastagan/

LTO Angeles Extension Office

Agency Code: 0382
Name of Agency: Angeles Extension Office
Office Address: 3F Marquee Mall, Angeles City, Pampanga
Official Number: (045) 304 7516
Official Email Address: aeomarqueemall@gmail.com, 0382angelesEO@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (9AM – 5PM)

LTO DLRO Vista Mall Bataan

Agency Code: 0370
Name of Agency: DLRO Vista Mall Bataan
Office Address: 2nd Floor Vista Mall, Cupang Proper, Balanga, Bataan
Official Number: 9605942712
Official Email Address: bataandlro@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (8AM – 5PM)
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=6156556328063

LTO Tarlac Licensing Center

Agency Code: 0392
Name of Agency: Tarlac Licensing Center
Office Address: 3F Metrotown Mall, Sto. Cristo, Tarlac City
Official Number: (045) 456-0250
Official Email Address: 0392ddmpao@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (8AM – 5PM)
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/LTO-Tarlac-Licensing-Center-100061089604555/

LTO Mabalacat Extension Office

Agency Code: 0336
Name of Agency: Mabalacat Extension Office
Office Address: 2F Marina Arcade, Dau, Mabalacat, Pampanga
Official Number: 0949-304-9888
Official Email Address: 0336ddmpao@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (9AM – 5PM)

LTO Sta. Ana Extension Office

Agency Code: 0329
Name of Agency: Sta. Ana Extension Office
Office Address: M&L Business Complex, San Bartolome, Sta. Ana, Pampanga
Official Number: 9081828042
Official Email Address: staanaextensionoffice@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (8AM – 5PM)

Region 4-A

LTO DLRO Southwoods Mall

Agency Code: 0442
Name of Agency: DLRO Southwoods
Office Address: 3rd Floor Southwoods Mall, Brgy. San Francisco, Biñan, Laguna
Official Number: 0945-680-7924
Official Email Address: d46ltosouthwoods@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Daily (10AM – 9PM)
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ltosouthwoods/

LTO DLRO Lemery

Agency Code: 0443
Name of Agency: DLRO Lemery
Office Address: Ground Flr. Xentromall Bldg. Brgy. Malinis Lemery, Batangas
Official Number: (043) 341-7476
Official Email Address: dlroxentromall@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (8:30AM – 5PM)
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Lto-Dlro-Xentromall-Lemery-100082871402534/

LTO Bacoor District Office

Agency Code: 0412
Name of Agency: Bacoor District Office
Office Address: Revilla Business Park Brgy. Habay II Bacoor City, Cavite
Official Number: (046) 471-1604
Official Email Address: 0412.ltobacoordo@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (10AM – 5PM)
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/LTO-Bacoor-District-Office-0412-100063831204009/?_rdr

LTO Carmona District Office

Agency Code: 0430
Name of Agency: Carmona District Office
Office Address: Verdants Square Governors Drive Brgy Mabuhay Carmona Cavite
Official Number: (046) 433 3492
Official Email Address: 0430carmonado@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (8AM – 5PM)
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LTOCarmonaOneStopShop/?_rdr

LTO DLRO Imus

Agency Code: 0413
Name of Agency: DLRO Imus
Office Address: 3rd Floor, Robinson’s Place Imus, Tanzang Luma V, Imus City, Cavite
Official Number: 0954 150 1762
Official Email Address: dlroimus0413@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (10AM – 5PM)
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559894443942

LTO DLRO SM Trece Martires

Agency Code: 0431
Name of Agency: DLRO SM Trece Martires
Office Address: Basement SM City Trece Martires Capitol Compound Trece Martires, Cavite
Official Number: (046) – 894-8335
Official Email Address: 0431dlrosmcitytrece@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Saturday (10AM – 5PM)

LTO Cabuyao District Office

Agency Code: 0420
Name of Agency: Cabuyao District Office
Office Address: Areza Town Center, Brgy Canlalay, Biñan, Laguna
Official Number: (0906) 878 4513
Official Email Address: 0420ltocabuyaodo@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Saturday (8AM – 5PM)

LTO DLRO Sta Rosa

Agency Code: 0421
Name of Agency: DLRO Sta Rosa
Office Address: 3rd Floor, Robinson’s Market, Sta. Rosa, Laguna
Official Number: (049)-535-3209
Official Email Address: dlrobinsonsstarosa@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (10AM – 5PM)

LTO Taal District Office

Agency Code: 0492
Name of Agency: Taal District Office
Office Address: Taal Sports Complex Brgy. Tierra Alta, Taal, Batangas
Official Number: (043) 740 4039, 0919819544
Official Email Address: 0492taaleo@gmail.com
Operating Hours: No listed business hours
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TaalExtensionOffice/

LTO DLRO Lipa

Agency Code: 0446
Name of Agency: DLRO Lipa
Office Address: 2nd flr. Robinsons Place, Brgy. Mataas Na Lupa, Lipa City, Batangas
Official Number: 9273882403
Official Email Address: dlrolipa@gmail.com
Operating Hours: No listed business hours

LTO DLRO Batangas

Agency Code: 0417
Name of Agency: DLRO Batangas
Office Address: Ground Floor, SM City Batangas, Pallocan West, Batangas City, Batangas
Official Number: (043)311-1876
Official Email Address: 0417dlrobatangas@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Saturday, except every 3rd Saturday (10AM – 6PM)

LTO Cainta Extension Office

Agency Code: 0488
Name of Agency: Cainta Extension Office
Office Address: Bazaar City 9GMC Compound, Felix Ave. Brgy. Sto. Domingo, Cainta Rizal
Official Number: 0917 515 5081
Official Email Address: ltocaintarecordsection@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (8AM – 5PM)
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/LTO-Cainta-Extension-Office-R4A-61578328450368/

LTO DLRO Cainta

Agency Code: 0423
Name of Agency: DLRO Cainta
Office Address: 3rd Floor Robinsons Place Brgy Sto Domingo, Cainta, Rizal
Official Number: 9059481348
Official Email Address: 0423dlrccainta@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (10AM – 5PM)

LTO DLRO San Mateo

Agency Code: 0491
Name of Agency: DLRO San Mateo
Office Address: 3rd Floor, SM City San Mateo, Gen. Luna St., Ampid 1, San Mateo, Rizal
Official Number: 09757527733, 09705373326, 09777528299
Official Email Address: 0491dlrosanmateo@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (9AM – 5PM)
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/LTO-Sm-City-San-Mateo-Rizal-DLRO-61559666593059/

LTO DLRO Antipolo

Agency Code: 0406
Name of Agency: DLRO Antipolo
Office Address: Lingkod Pinoy Center, 2nd level Robinson’s Place, Brgy Dela Paz, Antipolo City, Rizal
Official Number: 09175522844, 0285118957
Official Email Address: 0406dlroantipolo@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (8AM – 5PM)

LTO DLRO Montalban

Agency Code: 0490
Name of Agency: DLRO Montalban
Office Address: Unit L2-106-108 2nd floor Montalban Town Center, San Jose Rodriguez, Rizal
Official Number: 9773066963
Official Email Address: 0490ltodlromontalban@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (8AM – 5PM)
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ltodlromontalban/

LTO Lucena District Office

Agency Code: 0452
Name of Agency: Lucena District Office
Office Address: Lucena Grand Central Terminal, Brgy. Ilayang Dupay, Lucena City
Official Number: (042) 373-0541
Official Email Address: 0452LucenaDO@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (8AM – 5PM)
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LTOLucena/

LTO Lucena City Licensing Center

Agency Code: 0464
Name of Agency: Lucena City Licensing Center
Office Address: Lucena Grand Central Terminal, Brgy. Ilayang Dupay, Lucena City
Official Number: 9386216313
Official Email Address: 0464quezonlc@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (8AM – 5PM)
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LucenaLC/

LTO DLRO Lucena

Agency Code: 0453
Name of Agency: DLRO Lucena
Office Address: 3rd flr SM City Lucena, Maharlika highway cor Dalahican road, Ibabang Dupay Lucena City
Official Number: 9171579532
Official Email Address: smlucenadlro@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (9AM – 6PM)
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/LTO-DLRO-SM-Lucena-100077368755484/

Region 4-B

LTO Palawan Extension Office

Agency Code: 0465
Name of Agency: Palawan Extension Office
Office Address: Robinson’s Place., Puerto Princesa City, Palawan
Official Number: 9173111125
Official Email Address: ltopalawan0465@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (8AM – 5PM)

Region 5

LTO Legazpi District Office

Agency Code: 0524 (E02)
Name of Agency: Legazpi District Office
Office Address: Embarcadero de Legazpi, Leg.Blvrd., Legazpi City, Albay
Official Number: 0906-447-7053
Official Email Address: legazpi0524@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (8AM – 5PM)

Region 6

LTO Iloilo DLRC

Agency Code: 0626
Name of Agency: Iloilo Drivers’ License Renewal Center
Office Address: Robinsons Place, Iloilo City
Official Number: 09273105866
Official Email Address: rvcichon@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (9AM – 5PM)

LTO Pavia DLRC

Agency Code: 0617
Name of Agency: Pavia Drivers’ License Renewal Center
Office Address: GT Town Center, Pavia, Iloilo
Official Number: 9354166035, 09509158732
Official Email Address: jonastorres0730@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Daily (9AM – 8PM)

LTO Festive Walk Mall Megaworld DLRC

Agency Code: 0627
Name of Agency: Festive Walk Mall Megaworld Drivers’ License Renewal Center
Office Address: Festive Walk Mall Megaworld, Mandurriao, Iloilo City
Official Number: 09171525756
Official Email Address: dlrofestivemalliloilo@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (8AM – 5PM)
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/LTO-DLRO-Festive-Walk-Mall-Iloilo-City-61576249906700/?_rdr

LTO Robinsons Place Bacolod City DLRC

Agency Code: 0605
Name of Agency: Robinsons Place Bacolod City Drivers’ License Renewal Center
Office Address: Robinsons Place, Bacolod City
Official Number: 09286045283
Official Email Address: nathanielsuela@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (8AM – 5PM)
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/LTO-DLRO-Robinsons-Bacolod-61555790315133/

LTO Ayala Mall- Bacolod City DLRC

Agency Code: 0631
Name of Agency: Ayala Mall- Bacolod City Drivers’ License Renewal Center
Office Address: Ayala Mall, Bacolod City
Official Number: 09517822133
Official Email Address: dlroayalacapit@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (8AM – 5PM)
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61561901817924

Region 7

LTO RO Licensing Extension (Malasakit)

Agency Code: 0702
Name of Agency: RO Licensing Extension (Malasakit)
Office Address: Piazza Elesia, Gov. M. Cuenco Ave., Talamban, Cebu City, Cebu 6000
Official Email Address: r7malasakitlc@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (8AM – 5PM)
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558628982624

LTO Cebu City District Office

Agency Code: 0716
Name of Agency: Cebu City District Office
Office Address: 4th Flr. Robinsons Galleria, General Maxilom Avenue Corner Sergio Osmeña Extension, Brgy. Tejero, Cebu City
Official Email Address: lto7cebucitydo@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (10AM – 6PM)

LTO Cebu City Licensing Center

Agency Code: 0720
Name of Agency: Cebu City Licensing Center
Office Address: SM Seaside, South Road Properties, Mambaling, Cebu City
Official Email Address: lto7ccmlc@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (9:30AM – 6:30PM)

LTO DLRO Robinsons Mall Fuente Cebu

Agency Code: 0717
Name of Agency: DLRO Robinsons Mall Fuente Cebu
Office Address: Level 3, Robinsons Fuente, Fuente Osmeña Circle, Cebu City
Official Email Address: ltorobinsonsfuente@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (10AM – 5PM)

LTO DLRO SM City Cebu

Agency Code: 0722
Name of Agency: DLRO SM City Cebu
Office Address: SM City, North Reclamation Area, Cebu City
Official Email Address: r07smdlro0722@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (10AM – 6PM)

LTO Lapu-Lapu City Licensing Center

Agency Code: 0727
Name of Agency: Lapu-Lapu City Licensing Center
Office Address: 3rd Floor Island Central Mall, Ibo Lapu-Lapu City
Official Number: (032) 413 0632
Official Email Address: 0727lapulcsupply@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (10AM – 7PM)

LTO Mandaue City District Office

Agency Code: 0732
Name of Agency: Mandaue City District Office
Office Address: 3rd Flr. City Time Square 2, Tipolo Mandaue City, Cebu
Official Email Address: r7mandauecitydo0732@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (8AM – 5PM)

LTO Mandaue City Licensing Center

Agency Code: 0736
Name of Agency: Mandaue City Licensing Center
Office Address: 3rd Flr. City Time Square 2, Tipolo Mandaue City, Cebu
Official Email Address: ltomandauelc0736@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (8AM – 4PM)

LTO Consolacion District Office

Agency Code: 0762
Name of Agency: Consolacion District Office
Office Address: 2nd Flr., SM Consolacion, Consolacion, Cebu
Official Email Address: 0762consolacioneo@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (9AM – 6PM)

LTO Tagbilaran City DO Licensing Extension (Alturas Mall)

Agency Code: 0761
Name of Agency: Tagbilaran City DO Licensing Extension (Alturas Mall)
Office Address: Alturas Mall, Tagbilaran City
Official Number: (038) 427 5221
Official Email Address: 0761tagbilarancityeo@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (9AM – 6PM)

LTO DLRO Tagbilaran City (Island City Mall)

Agency Code: 0749
Name of Agency: DLRO Tagbilaran City (Island City Mall)
Office Address: Island City Mall, Tagbilaran City, Bohol
Official Email Address: icmdlro2022@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (8AM – 5PM)

Region 8

As of writing, there are no LTO branches in malls listed for this region.

Region 9

LTO DLRC Yubengco Mall

Agency Code: 0927
Name of Agency: DLRC Yubengco Mall
Office Address: Yubengco Star Mall, Putik Zambo. City
Official Number: 9165191589
Official Email Address: ebeyian@yahoo.com
Operating Hours: No listed business hours

LTO DLRO KCC Mall

Agency Code: 0931
Name of Agency: DLRO KCC Mall
Office Address: KCC Mall, Governor Camins, Zambo. City
Official Number: 9976439873
Official Email Address: manyhang572@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (9AM – 5PM)

LTO Tetuan Extension Office

Agency Code: 0925
Name of Agency: Tetuan Extension Office
Office Address: L ‘ Arcadia Complex, Tetuan, Zamboanga City
Official Number: 9176515217
Official Email Address: lto9tetuan@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (8AM – 5PM)

LTO Dapitan Extension Office

Agency Code: 0911
Name of Agency: Dapitan Extension Office
Office Address: Gloria de Dapitan, Dawo, Dapitan City
Official Number: 9972866820
Official Email Address: ltodapitan01@gmail.com
Operating Hours: No listed business hours
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/LTO-Dapitan-City-Extension-Office-61573494128088/

LTO New Registration unit

Agency Code: 901
Name of Agency: New Registration unit
Office Address: ZamboEcozone, San Ramon, Zamboanga City
Official Number: 9363052727
Official Email Address: ltonewregr9@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (8AM – 5PM)

Region 10

LTO DLRC Limketkai Mall

Agency Code: 1007
Name of Agency: Driver’s License Renewal Center
Office Address: Limketkai Mall, Lapasan, Cagayan De Oro City
Official Number: (088) 856 3006, 0926 819 0622
Official Email Address: limketkai1007@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Saturday (8:30AM – 4PM)

LTO SM City Cagayan DLRO

Agency Code: 1038
Name of Agency: SM City Driver’s License Renewal Office
Office Address: 3rd Floor, SM Uptown, Upper Carmen, Cagayan De Oro City
Official Number: (088) 859 3527
Official Email Address: 1038dlrosm@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (9AM – 6PM)

Region 11

LTO DLRO Tagum

Agency Code: 1138
Name of Agency: DLRO Tagum
Office Address: Lower Ground Floor, Gaisano Mall of Tagum, Brgy. Magugpo East, City of Tagum Davao del Norte 8100
Official Number: 0908-444-6892, 0992-844-6892
Official Email Address: lto.dlrc.gaisano.mall.tagum.city@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (8AM – 5PM)
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LTOGmalltagum/

LTO DLRO Buhangin

Agency Code: 1118
Name of Agency: DLRO Buhangin
Office Address: Ground Floor, Gaisano Grand Citygate, Buhangin, Davao City
Official Number: (082) 227-4295
Official Email Address: ltobuhangin18@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (8AM – 5PM)
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/LTO-XI-DLRO-Buhangin-61568442897861/

LTO DLRO Digos

Agency Code: 1137
Name of Agency: DLRO Digos
Office Address: Lower Ground floor, Gaisano Mall of Digos, Brgy. Tres de Mayo, Digos City, Davao del Sur
Official Number: (082) 553-1206
Official Email Address: dlrogmalldigos2018@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (8AM – 5PM)
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/LTO-XI-DLRO-Digos-61568435007822/

LTO DLRO Toril

Agency Code: 1139
Name of Agency: DLRO Toril
Office Address: Ground Floor, Felcris Supermarket Toril, Crossing Bayabas, Davao City
Official Number: (082) 225-8933, 0915-806-9442
Official Email Address: ltotorilrxi@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (8AM – 5PM)

Region 12

LTO DLRO SM City General Santos

Agency Code: 1213
Name of Agency: DLRO SM City General Santos
Office Address: 3rd Level, SM City Gensan, L. Santiago Street, General Santos City
Official Number: (083) 305-9168
Official Email Address: smltodlrogsc2021@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (8AM – 5PM)
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61577899943458#

LTO DLRO Robinson’s Place General Santos City

Agency Code: 1209
Name of Agency: DLRO Robinson’s Place General Santos City
Office Address: Robinson’s Place, J. Catolico St., Lagao, General Santos City
Official Number: (083) 553-1442
Official Email Address: dlrorobinsongensan@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (10AM – 5PM)
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/LTO-DLRO-Robinsons-Gensan-100080039464369/

LTO DLRO Gaisano Mall Koronadal City

Agency Code: 1227
Name of Agency: DLRO Gaisano Mall Koronadal City
Office Address: Gaisano Grand Mall, Alunan Avenue,Koronadal City, South Cotabato
Official Number: (083) 520-2612
Official Email Address: 1227dlrokoronadal@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (8AM – 5PM)
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/LTO-DLRO-Koronadal-100063994483221/

NCR Region

LTO DLRO Alabang Town Center

Agency Code: 1385 N40
Name of Agency: DLRO Alabang Town Center
Office Address: Space 1141, Entertainment Complex, Ayala Alabang Town Center, Muntinlupa City
Official Number: 8541-0189
Official Email Address: dlroalabang@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Saturday (8AM – 5PM)

LTO DLRO Ali Mall

Agency Code: 1383
Name of Agency: DLRO Ali Mall
Office Address: 2nd Floor, Government Center, Ali Mall, Cubao
Official Number: (+63) 930-726-1229
Official Email Address: dlroalimall@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (10AM – 5:30PM)

LTO DLRO Araneta Square Mall

Agency Code: 1305 N31
Name of Agency: DLRO Araneta Square Mall
Office Address: F-16 Araneta Square, Bonifacio Monumento, Samson Rd Brgy 76 Dist 2, Caloocan City
Official Number: 8-9270634
Official Email Address: zuniga.roman@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (9AM – 4:30PM)

LTO DLRO Ayala Circuit Mall

Agency Code: 1354 N67
Name of Agency: DLRO Ayala Circuit Mall
Office Address: 3rd Level Ayala Circuit Mall Hipodromo St. Carmona Makati City
Official Number: (02)82880709
Official Email Address: ayalamallscircuitdlro@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Saturday (9AM – 6PM)

LTO DLRO California Garden Square

Agency Code: 1803
Name of Agency: DLRO California Garden Square
Office Address: Unit R20-21 Anaheim Cluster, California Garden Square, DM Guevarra, Highway Hills, Mandaluyong City
Official Number: (02)88006425
Official Email Address: ltodlrocgs@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (9AM – 5PM)

LTO DLRO Eastwood

Agency Code: 1805
Name of Agency: DLRO Eastwood
Office Address: 3rd Floor Cyber and Fashion Mall Eastwood Bagumbayan, Quezon City
Official Number: 0977-692-6924
Official Email Address: ltodlroe@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Saturday (8AM – 5PM)

LTO DLRO Estancia

Agency Code: 1807
Name of Agency: DLRO Estancia
Office Address: 4th Floor, East Wing, Estancia Mall, Oranbo, Pasig City
Official Number: 0962-317-3548
Official Email Address: dlroestancia1807@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (9AM – 5PM)
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dlroestancia1807/

LTO DLRO Ever Gotesco Commonwealth

Agency Code: 1362
Name of Agency: DLRO Ever Gotesco Commonwealth
Office Address: 2nd Floor, Ever Gotesco Mall, Commonwealth, Quezon City
Official Number: 0963-293-6669
Official Email Address: i3628888@gmail.com
Operating Hours: No listed business hours

LTO DLRO Fishermall Q. Ave

Agency Code: 1359
Name of Agency: DLRO Fishermall Q. Ave
Office Address: Upper Basement Fishermall, Quezon Avenue, Quezon City
Official Number: 9568408485
Official Email Address: ncrdlrofishermall1359@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (9AM – 6PM), Saturday (8AM – 5PM)
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ltodlrofishermall/

LTO DLRO Fishermall Malabon

Agency Code: 1315 N77
Name of Agency: DLRO Fishermall Malabon
Office Address: 5th Floor Fisher Mall Malabon, Brgy Longos, Malabon City
Official Number: 8706-4070
Official Email Address: 1315fishermallmalabon@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (9AM – 6PM)
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/LTO-DLRO-Fisher-Mall-Malabon-100083033537517/

LTO DLRO Guadalupe

Agency Code: 1331 N33
Name of Agency: DLRO Guadalupe
Office Address: U/L MRT Guadalupe Comm’l Complex EDSA Guadalupe Nuevo Makati City
Official Number: 85411129
Official Email Address: 1331gulpe8888@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (9AM – 5PM)

LTO DLRO Lucky Chinatown Mall

Agency Code: 134 N41
Name of Agency: DLRO Lucky Chinatown Mall
Office Address: 3/F Lucky Chinatown Mall – Annex B, Reina Regente St., corner Dela Reina St., Binondo Manila
Official Number: (02) 797-181-87/ 0917-189-8966
Official Email Address: Buquironcatherine22@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (9AM – 6PM)

LTO DLRO Metropoint Pasay

Agency Code: 1369 N38
Name of Agency: DLRO Metropoint Pasay
Office Address: 4th Floor Metropoint Mall Edsa Corner Taft, Pasay City
Official Number: 88100262
Official Email Address: dlrometropointdmpao@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (9AM – 5PM)
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/metropoint.dlro/

LTO DLRO Paseo Center Makati

Agency Code: 132 N55
Name of Agency: DLRO Paseo Center Makati
Office Address: 3rd Floor Paseo Center, Sedeño street corner Paseo de Roxas Avenue, Salcedo Village, Brgy. Bel Air, Makati City, 1209
Official Number: (02)8292-2255
Official Email Address: concerns.dlropaseo@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (9AM – 5PM)

LTO DLRO Robinsons Galleria

Agency Code: 1338
Name of Agency: DLRO Robinsons Galleria
Office Address: Lower Level Robinsons Galleria Ortigas Avenue, Ugong Quezon City
Official Number: 86321703
Official Email Address: 1338dlrorobgalleria@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (9AM – 5PM)
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ltorobinsonsgalleria/

LTO DLRO Robinsons Metroeast

Agency Code: 1357
Name of Agency: DLRO Robinsons Metroeast
Office Address: Robinsons Metro East Mall Basement Level, Brgy, Dela Paz, Pasig City
Official Number: 0928-359-6090
Official Email Address: 1357ddmpao@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (9AM – 6PM)

LTO DLRO Robinsons Novaliches

Agency Code: 1365
Name of Agency: DLRO Robinsons Novaliches
Office Address: U118 Lvl 3, Robinson’s Novaliches, Quirino Highway, Pasong Tamo, Quezon City
Official Number: 0969-241-1323
Official Email Address: dlrorobinsonsnovaliches1365@gmail.co m
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (10AM – 5PM) – Temporarily Closed

LTO DLRO Robinsons Las Piñas

Agency Code: 1325 N47
Name of Agency: DLRO Robinsons Las Piñas
Office Address: Lingkod Pinoy Basement Area, Robinson’s Place Las Piñas, Alabang Zapote Road, Talon Uno, Las Piñas City
Official Number: 8564-4315
Official Email Address: 1325ddmpao@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (9AM – 9PM)

LTO DLRO Robinsons Place Manila

Agency Code: 1309 N48
Name of Agency: DLRO Robinsons Place Manila
Office Address: 3rd Floor Open Parking P Faura St. Robinsons Place Manila Ermita Manila
Official Number: 0945-713-9630
Official Email Address: 1309ltorobmanila@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (9AM – 6PM)
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DLRORobinsonsManila/

LTO DLRO SM Manila

Agency Code: 1302 N30
Name of Agency: DLRO SM Manila
Office Address: 5th floor Government Service Express SM Manila, Ermita Manila
Official Number: 0945-435-4675
Official Email Address: concerns.dlrosmmanila@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (10AM – 5PM)
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ltodlro.smmanila/

LTO DLRO SM South Mall

Agency Code: 1326 N61
Name of Agency: DLRO SM South Mall
Office Address: LTO SM South Mall, Alabang Zapote Road, Almanza Uno, Las Pinas City
Official Number: 02-70067710
Official Email Address: dlrosmsouthmall@gmail.com
Operating Hours: No listed business hours
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DLROSouthmall/

LTO DLRO Shaw Mall Center

Agency Code: 1386
Name of Agency: DLRO Shaw Mall Center
Office Address: 3rd Flr. Shaw Center Mall # 360 Shaw Blvd. cor. Nueve de Pebrero, Addition Hills, Mandaluyong City
Official Number: 0963-4367583
Official Email Address: dlroshawcentermall1386@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (8AM – 5PM)

LTO DLRO SM North Edsa

Agency Code: 1379
Name of Agency: DLRO SM North Edsa
Office Address: Lower Ground Floor, GSE SM Annex Quezon City
Official Number: 0917-108-1064
Official Email Address: i379smnorthdlro@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (9AM – 5:30PM)

LTO DLRO SM Novaliches

Agency Code: 1363
Name of Agency: DLRO SM Novaliches
Office Address: 2/F Wellness Zone, SM City Novaliches,
Quirino Highway, Brgy. San Bartolome, Quezon City, 1116
Official Number: 0956-891-9490
Official Email Address: dlrosmnovaddmpao@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (9AM – 5PM)

LTO DLRO The Link Makati

Agency Code: 133 N32
Name of Agency: DLRO The Link Makati
Office Address: 2nd Floor The Link Car Park Ayala Center Makati
Official Number: 0969-906-1972
Official Email Address: ltodlrothelink@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (8AM – 5PM)

LTO DLRO Tiendesitas

Agency Code: 1374
Name of Agency: DLRO Tiendesitas
Office Address: Basement Parking Gate 2 Bldg A Tiendesitas Shopping Mall, Ugong Pasig City
Official Number: 8727-1930
Official Email Address: tiendesitasdlro1374@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (8AM – 5PM)
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61571670562593

LTO DLRO UP Town Center

Agency Code: 1361
Name of Agency: DLRO UP Town Center
Office Address: A16 UP Town Center Katipunan Avenue Quezon City
Official Number: 8-244-2510
Official Email Address: concerns.dlrouptc@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (9AM – 5PM)
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/LTO-DLRO-UP-Town-Center/61559556004987/

CAR Region

LTO DLRC Porta Vaga

Agency Code: 1426
Name of Agency: Driver’s License Renewal Office – Porta Vaga
Office Address: Porta Vaga Mall, Session Rd., Baguio City
Official Number: 09658799267, 09460129092
Official Email Address: portavaga.dlro@gmail.com
Operating Hours: No listed business hours
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dlro.portavaga/

CARAGA Region

LTO DLRO Robinson’s Mall Butuan

Agency Code: 1506
Name of Agency: DLRO Robinson’s Mall Butuan
Office Address: 3rd Floor, Robinsons Place Butuan, J.C. Aquino Avenue, Butuan City
Official Number: (085) 8156113, 639 177247946
Official Email Address: waviebada9789329@gmail.com
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday (10AM – 7PM)

Permanently Closed LTO Branches in Malls

LTO DLRO General Trias

Agency Code: 0429
Name of Agency: DLRO General Trias
Office Address: Robinson’s Mall, General Trias Cavite
Closed
Official Email Address: dlrogentri0429@gmail.com

LTO DLRO Angono

Agency Code: 0487
Name of Agency: DLRO Angono
Office Address: 3rd Floor SM Angono, Brgy San Isidro Angono, Rizal
Closed
Official Email Address: ltoangonodlro@gmail.com

LTO DLRO Masinag

Agency Code: 0479
Name of Agency: DLRO Masinag
Office Address: SM Masinag Annex Bldg Marcos Highway Brgy. Mayamot Antipolo City
Closed
Official Email Address: ltomasinag06222022@gmail.com

Video: LTO Branches that Process Driver’s License Renewal

While it is indeed convenient that some branches are in malls and some are even open on Saturdays, do take note that not all LTO branches are capable of entertaining all kinds of transactions. Some branches may have limited capabilities, so you might want to double-check on these things, especially if it’s for license renewal, as late processing due to misinformation may also result in fines. To avoid this, you may watch this video listing the LTO Branches with license renewal capabilities:

LTO Eye Test Exam Requirements for Driver’s License

Applying for a driver’s license in the Philippines requires more than just passing the written and practical driving exams. Before you can officially get behind the wheel, you must undergo a medical assessment—which also includes an LTO eye test, a mandatory vision screening required for all driver’s license applicants to ensure they meet the minimum eyesight standards for safe driving. It is rooted in the Land Transportation and Traffic Code (RA 4136), reinforced by Department of Transportation (DOTr) regulations, and supported by the Philippine Academy of Ophthalmology (PAO). The test is conducted only by licensed physicians and accredited clinics and includes visual acuity and field-of-vision tests as part of the official medical certificate.

Since driving depends largely on vision, the LTO eye test is supposed to safeguard both drivers and the public by preventing vision-impaired individuals from operating vehicles, thereby improving road safety, strengthening the integrity of the licensing process, and aligning with the government’s goal of reducing traffic-related injuries and fatalities. If you are getting your license soon, then this guide explains everything you need to know about the LTO eye test requirements for driver’s license, how it works, where to take it, and what restrictions may apply according to your eye condition.

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Why Vision Matters for Driving

Driving is a task that relies on your eyes about 90% of the time. From spotting road signs and traffic lights to noticing pedestrians and oncoming vehicles, your vision determines how safely you react while on the road.

The PAO has recognized the importance of visual standards for drivers. Even if there isn’t a perfect formula linking vision problems directly to accidents, international research shows that visual acuity, peripheral vision, contrast sensitivity, and depth perception all affect safe driving. Because of this, the LTO requires every driver’s license applicant to undergo an eyesight test before approval.

LTO Recommended Screening Standards

To qualify for a driver’s license, the following minimum vision standards must be met:

  • Visual Acuity: Binocular vision (both eyes open) of at least 20/40 Snellen with or without corrective lenses.

  • Visual Field: At least 120° horizontally and 20° vertically with no major blind spots.

If results are worse than these standards, applicants may face restrictions or denial of a license.

Actual Vision Functions Checked for Driving

The PAO outlines several aspects of vision that are linked to safe driving. During the LTO screening, some of these functions are tested directly, while others may be evaluated if problems are suspected.

  • Visual Acuity: How well you see details at a distance (letters/numbers on a chart).

  • Peripheral Vision: Ability to notice movement or objects outside your central vision (helps avoid curbs, pedestrians, and cars from the side).

  • Glare & Contrast Sensitivity: Ability to drive at night, in fog, or when headlights cause glare.

  • Color Vision: Helps recognize traffic lights and signal indicators.

  • Accommodation: Ability to adjust focus from near to far objects.

  • Depth Perception: Ability to judge distance accurately, important for lane changes and overtaking.

Vision Standards and Restrictions

Here’s how different vision results affect licensing:

  • 20/40 or better: Full driving privileges

  • 20/50: May qualify with corrective glasses/lenses

  • 20/60–20/70: Daylight driving only

  • Worse than 20/70: Not eligible for licensing

  • With eye diseases (e.g., cataracts): Night driving not allowed

  • Peripheral vision less than 110°: Subject to additional conditions

  • Peripheral vision less than 90°: Not eligible for licensing

Driver’s License Restrictions Based on Vision

If your eyesight test shows certain limitations, you may still qualify for a license, but with restrictions. Here are the common outcomes:

  • 20/50 vision: Qualified to drive with corrective glasses or contact lenses

  • 20/60 vision: Qualified for daytime driving only

  • Cataracts: Not allowed to drive at night

  • One weak eye, one strong eye: May fail LTO test but can be referred to an optometrist for further evaluation

Driver’s License Condition Codes

Restrictions are also assigned by LTO as condition codes based on a driver’s medical and vision status to ensure safety on the road. For vision-related conditions, you can see these condition codes that indicate whether a driver is required to use corrective lenses or has specific limitations when driving.  

  • Condition Code A: Must wear corrective lenses (eyeglasses or contact lenses) when driving.

  • Condition Code B: Must drive only during daylight (for drivers with difficulty seeing at night, such as night blindness or reduced night vision).

  • Condition Code C: Must drive only within a specified radius or area (applies to drivers with certain medical or vision limitations).

These restrictions are printed on the driver’s license and must always be complied with. They serve as safeguards to ensure that drivers with visual impairments or limitations operate vehicles under conditions that minimize risks to themselves and others. Ignoring these restrictions is a traffic violation and may result in fines or penalties for the erring drivers.

How the LTO Eye Test is Conducted

The eye test usually comes right after the mandatory drug test. It’s a straightforward process, often completed within minutes. Here’s what to expect:

  • You’ll be asked to read a Snellen chart (the classic eye chart with letters of different sizes).

  • Testing checks how far and clearly you can see with each eye.

  • You may be asked to repeat the test with and without corrective lenses (glasses or contact lenses).

  • If you normally wear glasses for driving, you should use them during the test so the result reflects your actual driving condition.

Important: If the findings show abnormalities or poor vision, the LTO may assign driving restrictions that will be printed on your driver’s license.

Evaluation Protocol

Here’s how the general flow of vision evaluation happens according to PAO and LTO guidelines:

Step 1. Initial vision screening is conducted at the LTO medical clinic.

Step 2. If results show worse than 20/40 vision, you’ll be referred to an ophthalmologist.

Step 3. The specialist may recommend corrective lenses, further testing, or restrictions.

Step 4. Applicants whose corrected vision remains worse than 20/70 Snellen may undergo advanced testing (contrast, glare, depth perception, diplopia).

Step 5. Based on results, LTO may add license restrictions or deny the application.

Where to Get the LTO Eye Test

Applicants don’t need to go far to take the required vision exam. The process is integrated into the medical exam conducted at LTO offices through accredited clinics.

  • Each LTO office has partner medical clinics that provide vision screening.

  • Only results from these accredited clinics are recognized by LTO.

  • If you fail the initial screening, you may be referred to an ophthalmologist for further evaluation.

Tip: Always confirm that the clinic is LTO-accredited before proceeding with your test, as results from non-accredited facilities will not be accepted.

Why Accredited Clinics Are Important

The LTO only accepts medical certificates and eye test results from accredited clinics. These facilities follow PAO-recommended procedures, ensuring fairness and consistency in testing.

Accredited clinics also provide proper referrals to ophthalmologists if deeper evaluation is required. By going through official channels, applicants avoid delays or invalid test results.

Tips to Prepare for Your LTO Eye Test

To help you prepare for the eye test, here are some tips that you can follow:

  • Rest your eyes before your scheduled test.

  • Wear your prescription glasses or contact lenses if you use them for driving.

  • Avoid wearing tinted glasses that may affect results.

  • If you suspect eye issues (blurred vision, frequent headaches), consult an optometrist before applying.

  • Follow any restrictions issued on your license for your safety and that of others.

Video: Home Eye Test and Actual LTO Eye Test Requirements  

The LTO eye test requirements for driver’s license are in place to promote road safety. While it might feel like just another step in the application process, it determines whether you can see well enough to handle real-life driving conditions responsibly. For better understanding of the eyesight requirements for your DL application, you may check out this video: 

If you are feeling nervous about your eye test, watch this video and learn from the experts how you can ace it:

You may also try this home eye test to help you feel more confident:

For more information, visit the official Land Transportation Office (LTO) website or inquire directly at the accredited medical clinic of your chosen LTO branch.

How to Register Car in LTO and Get Certificate of Registration 

Being a car owner in the Philippines is good in terms of privileges, but the thing is, it comes with certain responsibilities, most of which require money or careful attention. One good example of the responsibilities aside from getting a driver’s license is getting it registered at the Land Transportation Office (LTO) and acquiring an OR/CR (LTO Official Receipt and Certificate of Registration).

Also Read: How to Apply LTO Medical Certificate

When you register your car motor vehicle with LTO, you make it easy for the government and for yourself to track your car. After completing the requirements and getting a certificate of registration, you can expect that your car is in good condition and can be safely driven on the road. Doing so will ensure that you won’t be putting yourself and others in danger and you can avoid any legal repercussions due to your car’s poor-quality or illegal ownership.

To help you take the first step in safeguarding yourself and others on the road, here’s a complete guide on how to register your private car and acquire your certificate of registration at LTO for the first time.

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What is a Motor Vehicle Registration (Car Registration) Philippines

Registering the motor vehicle (MV) with the LTO is the first and most important process every car owner needs to undertake. It creates a unique identifier—the registered plate numbers—which helps the government create a link between vehicles and its owners and users. Such a link is helpful in tracking the vehicles, especially when it gets lost or when it was used in the commission of a crime. It also keeps you assured that your car is always in tip-top condition and will keep you out of harm’s way whenever you drive.

In the Philippines, initial registrations of new motor vehicles usually come with a three-year validity. It means that for the first three years, a registered motor vehicle (MV) is considered roadworthy and safe to use by the government. Failure to register can mean serious trouble for the car owners as it entails hefty fines which can go as high as Php 10,000.00.

There may also be legal repercussions, especially when the motor vehicle gets involved in an accident or a crime. Non-registration may also result in getting your MV impounded if the powers that be at LTO finds that you’ve kept the vehicle unregistered for over one month. You will then have to keep paying the fines until you actually register the vehicle.

What is LTO OR/CR ?

The LTO OR/CR stands for the LTO Official Receipt (OR) or Certificate of Registration (CR). These are documents that are of utmost importance if you use or own a car. Not only do they prove that you have gone through with the legal process of getting your vehicle registered, but they also serve as a unique ID, setting your car apart from every other vehicle in the country, regardless of similarities in terms of make and model, variant, or body color. These two also play a significant role in helping the authorities control the traffic system and reduce crimes, including robberies, accidents, and the like.

LTO OR (Official Receipt)

The LTO-issued Official Receipt (OR) refers to the document issued by the Land Transportation Office to car owners who register their vehicles. It confirms that the car registration has been paid for and is considered one of the motor vehicle’s identification documents.

The LRO OR has a sky blue LTO logo as its background and it typically reflects the following vehicle information:

  • Name of the person who paid for the vehicle’s registration fees (Received from), 

  • Place where the payee is from (Address), 

  • The motor vehicle’s license plate number,  

  • A summary and breakdown of the fees paid for, 

  • The date when the transaction was made

  • Its own permanent and unalterable unique serial number, the OR number

LTO CR (Certificate of Registration)

The LTO Certificate of Registration (LTO CR) is yet another document issued by the LTO to help identify and differentiate your car from the rest if the cars in the country. Just like the OR, the CR also confirms the car ownership. As rhe other half of the LTO OR/CR, the LTO CR is predominantly yellow in color and it contains detailed technical information about the vehicle being registered. Along with the OR, it is also issued by LTO upon the completion of the MV registration procedures.

Some of the information found on the CR include:

  • Car owner’s complete name 

  • Owner’s address

  • Specific information on the car,including:
    • Vehicle make

    • Car model

    • Vehicle class

    • Motor number

    • Chassis number

    • Engine displacement

    • Number of cylinders

    • Gross weight

    • Net capacity

    • Total number of passengers

The LTO-issued OR/CR are the two most important documents where your car and your car’s registration is concerned. These two both identify your car, helping you, the car owner, as well as the authorities, track the vehicle in cases of accidents or involvement in criminal activities.

Benefits of Registering Motor Vehicle

When you register your vehicle with the LTO, you get to enjoy the following: 

  • It makes it easier for LTO and other relevant authorities to track the vehicle and trace it to you as the owner. 

  • If you lose the car or get into an accident, they can trace the vehicle back to you.

  • It ensures that the vehicles are roadworthy 

  • It helps reduce car accidents because of poor-quality vehicles. 

  • It also helps car owners avoid illegal car ownership.

  • Upon renewal, it ensures that your car remains in a good state and is safe to drive.

Requirements

When registering your motor vehicle for the first-time, here is a list of the documentary requirements you need to bring, which may vary depending on the car type.

Brand New Locally Assembled/Manufactured Completely Built Units (CBUS)

  • Original Sales Invoice

  • Appropriate Insurance Certificate of Cover

  • Original Certificate of Stock Reported (CSR)

  • Original PNP-HPG MV Clearance Certificate

Brand New Imported CBUs

  • Original Sales Invoice or Commercial Invoice issued by the Country of Origin

  • Appropriate Insurance Certificate of Cover

  • Original Certificate of Stock Reported (CSR)

  • Original PNP-HPG MV Clearance Certificate

Tax Exempt

  • Commercial Invoice of Motor Vehicle or Certificate of Title issued by the Country of Origin

  • Appropriate Insurance Certificate of Cover

  • Bureau of Customs Certificate of Payment

  • Certified True Copy of Tax Exemption Certificate

  • Original Certificate of Stock Reported (CSR)

  • Original PNP-HPG MV Clearance Certificate

  • Motor Vehicle Inspection Report (MVIR) if imported second hand

  • Certificate of Compliance to Emission Standards (CCES) if imported second hand

Imported Second Hand (Used) Exempted from EO 156/877-A

  • Original Sales Invoice and/or Commercial Invoice of Motor Vehicle/ Certificate of Title issued by the Country of Origin

  • Appropriate Insurance Certificate of Cover

  • Original Certificate of Stock Reported (CSR)

  • Original Philippine National Police-Highway Patrol Group (PNP-HPG) MV Clearance Certificate

  • Motor Vehicle Inspection Report (MVIR)

  • Certificate of Compliance to Emission Standards (CCES)

Imported Second Hand Through the No Dollar Importation

  • Commercial Invoice of Motor Vehicle or Certificate of Title issued by the Country of Origin

  • Appropriate Insurance Certificate of Cover

  • Certified True Copy of the Authority under the No Dollar Importation issued by the Department of Trade and Industry-Bureau of Import Services (DTl-BIS)

  • Seizure Proceedings and Notice of Award. (If no authority from BIS)

  • Original Affidavit of first and last importation

  • Original Certificate of Stock Reported (CSR)

  • Original PNP-HPG MV Clearance Certificate

  • Motor Vehicle Inspection Report (MVIR)

  • Certificate of Compliance to Emission Standards (CCES)

Imported Acquired Through Donation 

  • Commercial Invoice of Motor Vehicle or Certificate of Title issued by the Country of Origin

  • Appropriate Insurance Certificate of Cover

  • Original Deed of Donation duly signed by donor and the donee

  • Original Secretary’s Certificate/Board Resolution when donor is a corporation

  • Original Certificate of Stock Reported (CSR)

  • Original PNP-HPG MV Clearance Certificate

  • Motor Vehicle Inspection Report (MVIR)

  • Certificate of Compliance to Emission Standards (CCES)

Locally Manufactured/Assembled Electric Vehicles (New Chassis/Body and with New Imported Electric Motor)

  • Original Sales Invoice

  • Appropriate Insurance Certificate of Cover

  • Original CSR for Electric Motor and Chassis

  • Original PNP-HPG MV Clearance Certificate

Rebuilt with Local Chassis/Body and with Used Imported Engine

  • Original Sales Invoice of Engine, Chassis & Body

  • Appropriate Insurance Certificate of Cover

  • Original Affidavit of Rebuilt executed by the Owner and/or Mechanic with Technical Education and Skills Development Authority

  • National Certificate 11 (TESDA NC 11) stating among others the date of completion

  • Original Certificate of Stock Reported (CSR) for Engine and Chassis

  • Original PNP-HPG MV Clearance Certificate

  • Motor Vehicle Inspection Report (MVIR)

  • Certificate of Compliance to Emission Standards (CCES)

Rebuilt with Engine and/or Chassis that are Parts of Previously Registered Motor Vehicles

  • Original Sales Invoice of Body

  • Appropriate Insurance Certificate of Cover

  • Original Certificate of Registration and Latest Official Receipt of payment of registration fees of the engine or chassis

  • Original Affidavit of Rebuilt executed by the Owner and Mechanic with TES DA -NC 11 stating among others the date of completion

  • Original PNP-HPG MV Clearance Certificate

  • Motor Vehicle Inspection Report (MVIR)

  • Certificate of Compliance to Emission Standards (CCES)

How to Process Car Registration in LTO

Now that you know the requirements you need to register your car, it’s time to figure out the steps you need to take to initiate the LTO car registration process.

In Person, at the LTO Office 

Step 1: Gather and prepare all the required documents for registering the type of motor vehicle you have. 

Note: There is a different set of car registration requirements for brand new cars depending on the type—whether it is Locally, Imported, Registration of Light Electric Vehicle (LEV) (AO-2006-01), Registration of Low-Speed Vehicle (LSV), Three Wheeled Vehicle, or Tax Exempt.

Step 2: Visit the nearest LTO office that processes new vehicle registrations as not all LTO branches do so.

Note: You may always call the customer hotline of the nearest LTO branch from you to ask if they process new vehicle registration and save yourself the trouble of having to go there only to find out that they don’t process car registrations.

Step 3: Once there, go to the appropriate transaction counter.

Step 4: Submit all the documentary requirements you have gathered so the LTO evaluator can assess if the documents are complete and compute the fees based on the information that they have regarding your vehicle.

Step 5: Have the MV tested for emissions and submit the Motor Vehicle Inspection Report (MVIR) containing the results.

Step 6: Pay all the necessary fees at the cashier and wait for your OR (official receipt).

Step 7: Once done, wait for your turn at the Releasing Counter to obtain the Certificate of Registration (CR), plates, and stickers.

Register Car Online using LTO LTMS Online Portal 

Here are the steps you should follow if you want to register your vehicle with the help of LTO Land Transport Management System (LTMS) portal online:

Step 1: Visit the LTO LTMS Portal online.

Step 2: Log into your account, or if you do not have one yet, register for an LTMS portal online account.

Step 3: Once done, you can then start using the LTMS portal for your specific needs with LTO, like paying off your traffic violation fines as well as your car registration and renewal fees. 

Step 4: Take note of the payment reference number (PRN) if you pay the fees online. 

Note: You may also schedule an online appointment to visit your preferred LTO branch to streamline the process for your car registration and renewal.

Costs and Fees of LTO Car Registration 

The price that you will need to pay when you register your car for the first time may vary depending on a few factors, but it typically costs somewhere around Php 1,000.00. There are also some additional fees for other things including the license plate, the stickers, vehicle tags, and inspection fees.

These fees are broken down as follows:

  • License plate – Php 450.00

  • Stickers and tags – Php 50.00 each. 

  • Inspection fees – Php 90.00 to Php 115.00

  • Penalty fee if you fail to show up during the schedule of your car’s registration – Php 50.00

Important Reminders

When it comes to registering your car, here are a few things that you will need to remember:

  • Not all LTO branches process new car registrations. So please make sure to check with the branch you plan to visit to make sure they can process your registration. Additionally, some LTO branches have different requirements that must be fulfilled in order for them to accept your application. For this reason, you should also inquire about any specific requirements ahead of time so that you can ensure all documents and other materials are ready when you arrive at the office.

  • First-time registrations are typically handled by the motor vehicle dealer, though there are instances when the new car owners need to do it themselves.

  • Some factors that affect the rates of fees you will need to pay for failing to register your MV properly, include:
    • The type of vehicle that you have

    • How long you haven’t been registered

  • All Pinoy motorists must stick to the schedule or LTO car registration renewal, otherwise, they might need to pay fines amounting to as much as Php 10,000.00, or worse, the LTO might even impound your vehicle. 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

For your reference, here are some common questions and answers regarding the LTO OR/CR:

1. What happens when you don’t register your car?

Not registering your car can only cause troubles. These are the things you can expect if you fail to register your MV:

  • You may be fined for up to Php 10,000.00 if you get caught driving an unregistered vehicle.

  • If you’ve kept the vehicle unregistered for more than one month, they will impound your vehicle until you register.

  • If you commit any traffic offenses or violations, the fine usually costs about 50% of your Motor Vehicle User’s Charge or MVUC along with the registration fee.

  • If you fail to register your vehicle for more than 12 months and you’ve committed a traffic violation, you will pay 50% of your MVUC along with the registration fee for every year you’ve missed out on registration.

2. What does OR/CR mean?

The LTO-issued OR/CR refers to the LTO Official Receipt and Certificate of Registration. These are the two of the most important documents to secure where your car is concerned. These two can be used to identify, distinguish, and even track your car anywhere in the Philippines, even if there are other cars of exactly the same model, variant, or body color. It’s like a unique ID for your car. 

3. What happens if you lose your LTO OR/CR? 

LTO-issued OR/CR are just like your other identification documents made from papers. There could be serious consequences if you don’t keep them well, which could result in various problems, including:  

  • Not being allowed to drive your car on public roads since you won’t have legal documents to prove your car ownership. 

  • Being caught and suffering from detention or jail time for using unregistered vehicles. 

  • Not being able to renew its registration due to the lack of original documents. 

  • Not being able to sell your car for anyone as you don’t have convincing proof (documents) to prove your ownership to the car. 

  • In cases when a dispute arises over your car due to accident or traffic collisions, you will be tagged as an illegal owner with no right to use your own car.

  • Having no right to win any dispute related to your unregistered vehicles 

4. What should you do if you lose your LTO OR/CR?

If, for whatever reason, you end up losing your LTO OR/CR, then you will need to head to the nearest Land Transportation Office (LTO) branch where your car was first registered to get a copy. 

Here’s how you can get a legal duplicate of your car’s OR/CR. 

Requirements

Before going to the LTO branch, you will need to prepare the following documents: 

  • Notarized Affidavit of loss. 

  • Latest LTO OR (Official Receipt) 

  • Approved Motor Vehicle Inspection Report (MVIR)

  • Two valid, government-issued identification cards 

Procedures

Here are the steps to legally securing a duplicate copy of your LTO OR/CR:

Step 1: Secure a duly notarized Affidavit of Loss, or if you are not the owner, get it from them.

Step 2: Find the most recent official receipt (OR) of payment of registration at LTO.

Step 3: Get a duly accomplished and approved Motor Vehicle Inspection Report (MVIR).

Step 4: Visit the originating LTO branch concerned and get a queueing number for the appropriate transaction window.

Step 5: Wait for your turn and once called, submit the documents for evaluation and processing.

Step 6: Once the evaluation is completed and the documents are processed, pay foe the appropriate fees and wait for the release of the duplicate LTO OR/CR.

5. What should I do if I still haven’t received my car’s OR/CR?

According to the LTO, car owners are allowed at most, seven days—beginning from the date indicated on the car’s sales invoice based on the vehicle’s issued conduction sticker—of privilege to use their brand-new car on public roads with or without an LTO OR/CR. After that seven-day grace period, the new car should have a an LTO OR/CR before it can be used legally on Philippine public roads. 

Car dealers know about this so when you go and buy your dream car, you can expect to receive your OR/CR within this period. If, for some reason, the car dealer fails to do so, you may file a complaint against  the dealer, as their failure to provide an LTO CR within the allowable grace period violates the Consumer Protection Act.

6. Can I change my motor vehicle plate? 

No. As per Batas Pambansa Blg. 43: An Act Providing Number Plates to Owners of Motor Vehicles and Trailers, Amending for the Purpose Section 17 of Republic Act 4136, specifically Section 1, Sec. 17, change of plate number is not allowed. The identification and letters of any MV number plate is permanently assigned during the motor vehicle’s lifetime. The only acceptable change in plate assignment is when a change in denomination is effected, like when changing a private vehicle to a for-hire or government to private, and the likes.

7. Can I transfer my next registration to another LTO registration unit? 

Yes. It is possible to transfer your next registration to another LTO unit that is more convenient or accessible to you. However, there will be an additional Php100.00 charge for Change of Venue (CV) of your MV registration. 

8. How much is the fine for a late registration? 

There is a weekly fine for late registration of Php200.00.  And for a month delayed of payment, the fine shall become 50% of the MVUC. 

9. How can I check if the OR & CR of an MV are genuine? 

You may have both the LTO Certificate of Registration (CR) and Official Receipt (OR) verified for authenticity at the LTO Property Section, East Avenue, Quezon City. 

10. What is the difference between an Originating District Office and a Transacting District Office? 

An Originating District Office is the LTO office where the first or initial registration of a motor vehicle was effected, whereas the transacting District Office refers to where you are presently registering the renewal or miscellaneous transactions of your car. 

11. How can I verify the details of a motor vehicle? 

Verification of the details of an MV may be done at any online LTO District Office, though private requests will be coursed through the Office of the LTO Assistant Secretary for approval first to ensure the integrity and security of information relating to motor vehicle ownership and details.

12. What are the requirements needed to secure a duplicate plate and a replacement of a lost sticker? 

The requirements for securing duplicate plate or replacement of lost stickers are as follows:

  • Original Affidavit of loss / mutilation

  • Certified True Copy of CR / Original CR

  • Certified True Copy of OR/Original OR of latest payment of MVUC and other fees

  • Duly accomplished and approved Motor Vehicle Inspection Report (MVIR)

  • Proof of Payment (OR) for the cost of replacement plate / duplicate plate / lost sticker

  • (In case of For Hire MVs ) Certification from LTFRB that plates have not been surrendered

  • (In case of sole proprietorship) Secretary’s Certificate in case of MV is in the name of a corporation or DTI certificate

  • PNP-HPG clearance

  • Some factors that affect the rates of fees you will need to pay for failing to register your MV properly, include:
    • The type of vehicle that you have

    • How long you haven’t been registered

  • All Pinoy motorists must stick to the schedule or LTO car registration renewal, otherwise, they might need to pay fines amounting to as much as Php 10,000.00, or worse, the LTO might even impound your vehicle. 

Video: Vehicle Registration Guide

Here’s a guide from Filipino Assistance about the procedures for registration in the LTO office for car owners:

Summary 

Getting an LTO OR/CR by going through the motions of registering your private car plays a significant role if you use or own a car. These two documents not only help authorities to control the traffic system better but also reduce the commission of crimes like robbery or accidents while driving a car. Both documents also present the owner’s name and select information on the vehicle registered, much like a valid ID card. ‘

Unfortunately, though the LTO OR/CR is mandatory for car owners and drivers, they aren’t really valid identification documents so they can’t be used for other public transactions that doesn’t involve your cars.

Nevertheless, getting your car registered means you are ensuring that you aren’t putting yourself and others in harm’s way due to your car’s poor-quality. It also ensures that you don’t suffer from any legal repercussions or illegal ownership. In any case, getting your car registered and securing an LTO OR/CR is an important first step to take after purchasing a car.

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