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LTO TDC: Theoretical Driving Course (TDC) Certificate

The LTO Theoretical Driving Course (TDC) gives all attendees an in-depth 15-hour seminar or classroom session on the fundamentals of driving and road safety. It’s divided into three distinct sessions, each involving a variety of topics from introductory LTO information to complex conversations about using motor vehicles safely. Additionally, practical driving activities are incorporated when undertaken through private instruction schools.

Also read: How to Register Car in LTO and Get Certificate of Registration 

This is the latest addition to the list of requirements for a Student-Driver’s Permit at the Land Transportation Office (LTO), according to LTO Memorandum Circular 2019-2176. This new mandate took effect on April 6, 2020, and applies to all new drivers who want to obtain a Student-Driver’s Permit.

This new additional requirement is the government’s latest attempt to keep the roads safe and ensure that everyone who is getting a driver’s license would be disciplined. The TDC requirement also ensures that all drivers would learn everything they need to know about driving safely on the road. If you are one of them and you need to learn more about what TDC actually is, then this guide is for you.

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What is TDC 

LTO’s TDC refers to the Theoretical Driving Course, a 15-hour seminar or classroom session where all attendees are expected to learn about the basics of driving and road safety. The course is split into three sessions, covering numerous topics or modules—from the LTO basics to the comprehensive discussion on the safe use of motor vehicles. It also comes with actual driving practices, especially when taken in private driving schools.

As the most recent addition to LTO’s mandatory requirements from all new drivers, it is a must to complete the TDC either at an LTO branch, online, at an LTO Driver Education Center (DEC), or at any LTO-accredited institution.

It is particularly important to attend this course, especially if you are seeking to secure a Student Driver’s Permit. Once you secure a Student-Driver’s Permit, you may already be allowed to get a non-professional driver’s license after one month, provided that you complete all the necessary steps set by the Land Transportation Office (LTO) of the Philippines for Non-Professional Driver’s License application.

The TDC curriculum is divided into classroom/theoretical instructions and actual driving sessions. The classroom sessions cover the following topics:

  • The progress and role of the LTO in our society’s growth
  • The organization and operation of the LTO
  • Requirements and process of getting a driver’s license
  • Traffic regulations that include signs, road markings, and right of way
  • Specific directives and laws designed by the LTO
  • Scanning of danger to reduce road crash risks
  • Operations of automotive parts and related accessories
  • Effective driving with proper maneuvering
  • Different parking skills
  • Techniques and tips on how to save fuel
  • The correct way of checking the safety of a vehicle
  • Practicum on basic troubleshooting
  • Defensive driving, road discipline, and other related practices 
  • Comprehensive discussion regarding the safe use of motorcycles and light motor vehicles 

Benefits 

Aside from being a requirement when applying for a Student Driver’s Permit, the TDC also offer the following benefits those who take it: 

  • It promotes safer roads.
  • It promotes better driver attitude.
  • It promotes more technical understanding of road signages.
  • It promotes clearer driver intuition.
  • It supports the government’s resolution to “fix” and “resolve” the unrelenting traffic issues that thousands of Filipinos experience on a regular basis.
  • It gives the student driver a better understanding on how to develop better driving attitude.
  • It also offers more technical understanding of road signages.
  • It restricts the acquisition of Student Driver’s Permit, ensuring that only the most qualified get a license to operate a motor vehicle.

Requirements 

Whether it is to be taken at a driving school, an LTO Driver Education Center (DEC), or any LTO-accredited institution, the first step to taking the TDC is to book a schedule. Once you have a schedule booked for the Theoretical Driving Course at any LTO office, then you can work on securing the following documentary requirements:

  • Original and one (1) photocopy of the PSA/NSO Certificate of Live Birth;
  • Original and one (1) photocopy of one (1) valid government-issued identification card;
  • If married: Original and one (1) photocopy of the PSA marriage contract;
  • One (1) piece of 2×2 ID picture; and
  • A printed copy of the Theoretical Driving School Student List with the student’s name highlighted.

How to Attend TDC Course and Get a TDC Certificate

So, you already secured your requirements and you are now raring to get started in securing your LTO driver’s license. Unfortunately, there’s still the need to acquire a TDC certificate. To get one, here’s what you have to do:

Step 1: Locate one of the LTO-accredited driving centers in your region (if you wish to take the TDC for free) or pick an LTO-accredited driving school (if you don’t mind shelling out the fees).

Step 2: Once you have found a place to take your TDC, let them know that you’re looking to be scheduled for the theoretical driving course or the TDC.

Step 3: Then, wait for them to confirm when your schedule will be.

Step 4: Once you have your schedules confirmed, attend the three-session lectures.

Step 5: After the lecture, you need to take the TDC exam and score at least 80% to pass.

Step 6: After you’ve successfully passed the TDC exam, you may now secure your TDC certificate at the place where you took the course.

Note: In the event that you fail the TDC exam, you can simply retake it where you took the first one until you pass.

LTO Free TDC Course at Selected Driver’s Education Centers

LTO has announced a free 15-hour TDC Course specifically designed for first-time drivers. This course is available at selected Driver’s Education Centers across the country and aims to equip new drivers with the necessary skills, knowledge, and attitude to become safe and responsible road users. The TDC course covers topics such as driving laws, traffic signs, vehicle control techniques, defensive driving strategies and other important topics.

To participate in the free TDC Course, applicants must contact and register in selected driver’s education centers by LTO. Take note that not all centers offer this FREE TDC course so please make sure to check first. After passing the training, participants will receive a course completion certificate that can be used to apply for student driver’s license.

Important Reminders

If you are taking the face-to-face TDC, regardless of the venue, here are a few things you’d want to keep in mind:

  • Come on time.
  • Do not miss your chosen schedule to avoid getting your name taken off the class list.
  • Bring an original copy of your PSA birth certificate or PSA marriage certificate along with one valid government-issued ID. School IDs and proof of enrollment are also accepted for student applicants.
  • Bring your vaccination card.
  • Bring a black or blue-inked pen.
  • Wear your face mask properly. 
  • Check if they require face shields.
  • Get there early as only 40 applicants will be accommodated per day.
  • Make sure you personally go for the class as sending a proxy to sit in for you.
  • Do not wear shorts, sleeveless shirts, and slippers.
  • Bring your own snacks.

Video: How to Enroll in TDC to Get a TDC Certificate

Watch as Mervs, a self-declared adventurer, mountaineer, and rider, gets himself enrolled in TDC to secure the TDC certificate he needs in this Youtube Video posted by PinoyAdventurista himself. 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Here’s a list of common questions and answers related to the LTO Theoretical Driving Course (TDC) and TDC certificate for your reference:

1. What is the LTO Theoretical Driving Course (TDC)?

The Theoretical Driving Course (TDC) is a 15-hour, three seminar session workshop on LTO and the basic of driving and road safety. It offers lectures that gives the student driver a better understanding on how to keep our roads safe, develop better driving attitude, more technical understanding of road signages, and develop a clearer driver intuition while fulfilling a Student Driver’s Permit requirement.

2. What topics are discussed in the Theoretical Driving Course (TDC)?

The TDC lectures cover information on the LTO, traffic regulations that include signs, road markings, and right of way, specific directives and laws designed by the LTO, scanning of danger to reduce road crash risks, and operations of automotive parts and related accessories.

3. How much does TDC cost?

If you are taking the TDC at an LTO branch or any of the LTO DEC nationwide, then the course is free. However, if you prefer going through a driving school, the price for face-to-face sessions range from Php 1,500.00 to Php 2,500. Online TDC offered by driving schools come with a fee ranging from Php 1,000.00 to Php 1,500.00.

4. How long is the Theoretical Driving Course (TDC) and TDC certificate valid?

After one (1) year, the TDC certificate can no longer be used for purposes of the practical driving course. However, it can be used to apply for Non-Professional Driver’s License if the practical driving course has been completed within the one (1) year validity period.

5. What is the passing score of the TDC exam?

The randomized quizzes after every module requires getting 80% correct answers to pass. The course is valid for 30 days so the exam can be retaken until then.

6. How many hours does the TDC take?

According to an announcement issued by the Land Transportation Office (LTO) via its official Facebook page, the Theoretical Driving Course (TDC) has a 15-hour duration and is free to take at any LTO Driver Education Centers. It is divided into three sessions of five (5) hours each.

7. How many modules are there in theoretical driving course?

The number of modules is undisclosed, but the 15-hour course is divided into three sessions and should cover everything about LTO and road safety, from traffic regulations to LTO mandated special laws.

8. Where can I enroll for a TDC session?

To take the TDC, you may enroll at any of the following:

  • Driver’s License Renewal Office (DLRO)
  • District Offices (DO)
  • Licensing Centers (LC)
  • Extension Offices (EO)

9. Is the TDC required for a student permit?

Yes. You will need to present your Theoretical Driving Course (TDC) Certificate before you can apply for and be issued a student permit. To get the certificate, you must first complete the 15-hour course at any LTO Driver’s Education Center or LTO-accredited driving school and pass the TDC exam.

10. What happens if you fail the TDC exam?

If you failed the TDC exam, then you must schedule a retake at the same place where you completed the 15-hour TDC lecture sessions.

11. What is the difference between TDC and PDC?

These certificates may only be issued by LTO-accredited driving schools, authorized instructors and administrators, and Driver Education Centers (DECs) in LTO offices. There are two different types of certificates: one for the Theoretical Driving Course (TDC) and the other for the Practical Driving Course (PDC)

Summary 

The Theoretical Driving Course requirement for securing a Student Driver’s Permit at the LTO office may seem like a hassle especially because doing so at a driving school costs money, but this additional requirement is for a good cause. It signifies the good intention of the Philippine government to keep the public roads safe for both drivers, passengers, and pedestrians. Not only that, it is also the government’s way of ensuring that only the qualified and knowledgeable drivers are issued the authority to operate motor vehicles on public roads. 

Though taking the TDC at a driving school costs money, the government has also started offering them for free. You simply need to choose to do it at either an LTO office or an LTO Driver Education Center to attend the seminar and get the TDC certificate for free. Before you can do so, however, you need to book a schedule and get your requirements in order first. In any case, there is at least one LTO DEC center per region so you don’t have to go too far in search of a free TDC certificate. It is also now available online, so that’s another option you can look into when you decide that you want to get your TDC certificate already. 

Contact Information

For more information or to check if there are LTO DECs nearby or if there are available TDC schedules, you may reach out to LTO via:

Land Transportation Office (LTO)
LTMS portal: https://portal.lto.gov.ph/ords/f?p=PUBLIC_PORTAL:CONTACT_US:115716301949471
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 the LTO branch closest to you.

How to Renew Car Registration in LTO 

The Land Transportation Office (LTO) is the prime agency in charge of road safety through driver and vehicle licensing, registration, and renewal. It is the agency that regulates roadworthy vehicles on the road, by requiring them to go through a series of stringent registration renewal procedures to check its roadworthiness every year, after the initial registration validity of three years has expired.

Also Read: LTO Renewal of Car Registration: Renew Motor Vehicle License Online

Needless to say, it is also the LTO offices, located in various places in the country, that are tasked with carrying out the regulatory procedures related to registration renewal. It is also the LTO that imposes fines and penalties in cases when someone fails to renew their car registrations. To learn more about what to expect when your car registration expires, how to renew, and what requirements to prepare to do so, keep reading this guide.

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Renewing Your Car Registration

As a car owner, it is your responsibility to ensure that your motor vehicle (MV) will not pose a danger to yourself, to others, and to the property of others. It is by religiously going through the annual registration renewal procedures that you get to have a complete check on your vehicle, along with a safety stamp provided by the government to prove that it is safe and roadworthy. However, renewing your car’s registration is not as simple as it involves numerous steps in the registration process as well as strict guidelines and different renewal dates.

With that, we have made a complete guide to help you prepare for your MV registration renewal when it is about to expire. We also added information on the things you need to keep in mind like designated registration date and documentary requirements for your convenience.

Why Do You Need to Go Through the LTO Renewal Process for Existing Vehicles

Your initial LTO car registration is valid for three years. Once the three years are up and the registration expires, then you will need to renew on schedule for the following reasons:

  • To avoid having to pay hefty fines.
    • A week’s delay means a fine of ₱200

    • If the delay goes beyond a month, the fine is equivalent to 50% of the Motor Vehicle User’s Charge (MVUC)

    • If you get caught driving an unregistered vehicle, you’ll pay a hefty fine of ₱10,000

    • Other penalties resulting from non-renewal of car registration renewal

When Should I Renew my LTO Car Registration

You can’t just walk into an LTO office and apply for a vehicle renewal as you please. The LTO actually uses a plate number-based system to determine the schedule to renew your car registration in the Philippines. All motorists must stick to this schedule for your LTO car registration renewal as it will cost you some of your hard-earned money when delayed.

To determine the schedule and deadlines for renewing your car registration, you must take a look at the last two digits of your plate number. The last digit corresponds to the monthly deadline, whereas the second to the last digit of your plate number corresponds to the weekly deadline for your car registration renewal.

With this scheduling scheme, it is easy to plan your renewal. There shouldn’t be an excuse, as everything is dictated by your plate number. To avoid hassles and delays, you can renew your car registration a month before its deadline, for at least one month in advance.

LTO Requirements for Car Registration Renewal

There are numerous LTO requirements for the renewal of car registration. These requirements are important as they are intended to help LTO regulate the sale and acquisition of illegal cars and to ensure that the vehicles on the roads are roadworthy and will not cause accidents.

These requirements for car registration renewal are as follows:

General Requirements

  • Original LTO copy or electronically transmitted Appropriate Insurance Certificate of Cover (COC) (Third Party Liability)

  • Original copy of the Certificate of Emission Compliance (CEC)

  • Photocopy of Certificate of Registration (CR) and Official Receipt of payment

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

  • Taxpayer’s Identification Number (TIN)

  • Early warning device (may be required during vehicle inspection)

Additional Requirements

Depending on the type of motor vehicle, there may be additional documentary requirements that car owners need to present to renew their car registration. 

These additional requirements are listed below:

Additional Requirement for Tax-Exempt Vehicle

  • Original Endorsement with control number

Additional Requirement for Other Exempt Vehicle (OEV) under Special Economic Zones

  • Original certification that proves the motor vehicle is still classified as an OEV

Additional Requirements for Vehicles Used for Rentals (For Hire Units)

  • Electronically transmitted franchised confirmation or Provisional Authority (PA) or petition for an extension of validity duly received by the LTFRB with OR

  • Certified copy of the Valid Motorized Tricycle Operator’s Permit (MTOP) with Official Receipt

Additional Requirements for Stolen and Recovered Vehicles

  • Original and photocopy of the Lifting of General Alarm

  • Presentation of the original and submission of a photocopy of the Report of Recovery

  • Presentation of the original and submission of a photocopy of the Alarm Sheet

  • Original Certificate of re-stamping in case of tampered engine/chassis

  • Original PNP Crime Laboratory (macro etching report) or National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) report fully identifying the motor vehicle and stating therein the tampering done on the engine or chassis, if any

LTO Renewal Fees

The fees for LTO renewal are exactly the same as that of the initial registration, with the addition of the following:

  • A renewal fee of ₱400.00. 

  • The Motor Vehicle User’s Charge (MVUC) or  road user tax

How to Renew Your LTO Car Registration

The LTO car registration renewal procedure is practically the same as the process for registering the car for the first time.

For MV registration in person, here are the steps to follow:

Step 1: Prepare the documents.

Step 2: Go to the LTO office and submit your documents to the receiving clerk in your preferred LTO branch.

Step 3: Get an estimate of the fees you need to pay.

Step 4: Pay the fees amounting to the same fee as when you first register your vehicle with the addition of ₱400.00 renewal fee and wait for your Official Receipt (OR).

Step 5: Go through your vehicle’s inspection either via LTO-accredited private inspection center or by the LTO inspection center to ensure that it’s still road-safe after all these years.

Step 6: Get your inspection report (MVIR). If your inspection went well, then you’ll have finished with the entire renewal process by then.

Renewing your vehicle’s registration can also be done online, via the Land Transportation Management System (LTMS) portal. It’s quick and easy and takes only a few minutes. Here’s how:

Step 1: Subject your vehicle to an inspection and an emission test so the owner can acquire a Certificate of Emission Compliance (CEC). 

Step 2: You need to get a Certificate of Coverage (COC) from the insurance company of your choice. The insurance company will then electronically transmit the COC to the LTO. 

Step 3: Bring your vehicle to a Private Motor Vehicle Inspection Center (PMVIC) to check its roadworthiness and secure an inspection report. The PMVIC will then electronically transmit the inspection report via the LTMS. 

Step 4: Log in to the LTMS portal to initiate the online registration renewal. 

Step 5: Pay the fees online and wait for the system to generate a receipt via your email. 

Important Reminders

For LTO registration renewals, here are some conditions that need to be met:

For online renewals 

  • The LTO registration renewal online is only applicable to plain renewals. 

  • You need to create an LTMS account and an LTO Client ID, regardless if you are renewing your vehicle registration as an individual or as a member of an organization.

  • You need to have had your last vehicle renewal transaction accomplished using the LTMS. 

  • The vehicle due for renewal must be linked to the registered LTMS account. 

  • The vehicle owner registered in the Certificate of Registration (CR) must be the current owner.

  • The Certificate of Coverage (COC) must be validated and transmitted by the Insurance Commission. 

  • The inspection report must be issued and transmitted electronically by the PMVIC. 

  • The details of the vehicle must be updated to include the latest plate issuance.

For personal visit to any LTO office

  • Make sure you have an LTO Client ID to prove that you have registered to the LTMS portal.

  • Come early to avoid long lines that form as the day progresses.

  • Bring your early warning device (EWD), a mandatory car accessory (except for motorcycles and tricycles), as you might need it during your vehicle inspection.

  • Keep your car in good running condition to prepare it for inspection.

  • Keep your documents and receipts in duplicates to avoid delaying the process.

Video: Renewing your Vehicle Registration 

Learn how to renew your car or motorcycle registration online by watching Pinoy Car Guy walks you through the entire process in this video:

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Got some questions on LTO car registration and renewal? Check out this list of common questions and answers before heading out: 

1. Is it possible to change my plate number? 

No, changing your plate number isn’t allowed. The identification and letters of any plate number of a motor vehicle are permanently assigned, except in special cases when there is a change in denomination/classification (e.g., change of private vehicle to rental or government vehicle to private). 

2. I want to check if the OR/CR of the pre-owned vehicle I want to buy is authentic. How do I do it? 

To check the authenticity of the OR/CR of a pre-owned vehicle, you just need to go to the LTO Property Section at East Avenue, Quezon City. 

3. Is it possible to get a duplicate OR/CR in case I lose my own copy? 

Yes. But first, you need to prepare a Notarized Affidavit of Loss. Then, you need to head to your originating district office and present the affidavit, along with two (2) valid IDs for identity verification. Once all the requirements are validated, the originating district office will issue you a duplicate OR/CR. 

Summary

The LTO car registration and renewal process can be quite complicated. But, with the creation of the LTMS online portal, the agency sure is taking steps to streamline the process and make it less burdensome and more convenient for the people who need them. The vehicle registration renewal process is just one of the numerous LTO services that has been revamped with the new online process. Though it may still cause some inconvenience, the benefits of going online far exceeds the inconvenience of having to sign up for an account online..

How to Transfer Your Vanity License Plate to Another Vehicle

The Land Transportation Office (LTO) offers the option to get Vanity License Plates (VLP), commonly known as the Optional Motor Vehicle Special Plates (OMVSP), to allow car owners and motorists to express their opinion, lifestyle, humor, interest, and wit through their number plates. It comes with a price to show your individuality through VLPs, but the good news is, it is transferable, provided that the car owner or motorist who owns the VLP satisfies the required conditions for doing so. 

If you are a car owner who owns an LTO Vanity License Plate (VLP) and for whatever reason, you wish to transfer it to another favorite vehicle of yours, then you can learn about how to do so by reading this guide. 

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Transferring Your Vanity License Plate to Another Vehicle

In the event of a sale or change of vehicle, the car owners or motorists who have previously acquired a Vanity License Plate (VLP) may opt to sell or keep it with the car. Another option would be to remove the VLP and process a transfer of VLP procedures with LTO, provided that the VLP owner has another registered vehicle to transfer it to. 

What vehicles are eligible for the VLP Program

In cases when you need or wish to transfer your VLP, you may only use it if your vehicle under the four (4) wheel category is duly registered with the LTO and is either one of the following types of vehicles:

  • Existing motor vehicles
    • Cars (sedan, hatchback)

    • Sports Utility Vehicles (SUV)

    • Vintage and Collectors

    • Asian Utility Vehicle (UAV)

    • Sports pick up

  • New motor vehicles
    • Cars (sedan, hatchback)

    • Sports Utility Vehicles (SUV)

    • Vintage and Collectors

    • Asian Utility Vehicle (UAV)

    • Sports pick up

Benefits of Transferring Your VLP 

Though you may have money to burn as a Vanity License Plate (VLP) owner, there are still some benefits to being able to transfer your already existing Vanity License Plate in cases of vehicle sale or due to personal preference. These benefits are as follows:

  • Being able to keep the VLP you like since you can only use it once

  • Saving money from applying for a new one when you already have an existing one

  • Being able to transfer it from one car to another, especially if you have multiple registered vehicle or you have a new favorite

  • There is no need to apply for a new one and wait for approximately 15 days or so for a new vanity plate to be released

  • You don’t have to make do with a different set of letters and numbers since you already have the one you really like

Who can Transfer Their VLP 

Not everyone can afford a vanity license plate (VLP), but if you can, then know that you can also transfer it from one car to another, if you so desire, provided that you satisfy the following required conditions:

  • You already have an existing registered vanity license plate (VLP)

  • You have an eligible vehicle to transfer it to

  • The eligible vehicle where you will transfer the VLP to is already registered with LTO

  • You have the documentary requirements to process the transfer procedures

Requirements for Transferring Your Vanity License Plate (VLP) to Another Vehicle

The following requirements are necessary for applying for transfer of your existing vanity license plate to another vehicle:

Procedures for Transferring Your VLP to Another Vehicle

To transfer your existing VLP to another vehicle, here are the procedures to follow:

Step 1. Prepare a letter-request for transfer addressed to the LTO Chairman, Bids & Awards Committee (BAC) on Vanity License Plates.

Step 2. Prepare the original Certificate of VLP Title, photocopy of Official Receipt (OR), and the photocopy of your Certificate of Registration (CR).

Step 3. Visit the MID-Computer Section, LTO East Avenue, Quezon City for plate verification.

Step 4. Submit the above-mentioned documents to the Secretariat of the Bids & Awards Committee (BAC) on the Vanity License Plates Program.

Step 5. Wait for the resolution (approval or rejection of request) from the same Committee regarding your request.

Step 6. Once approved, pay the processing fee amounting to Php 210.00 for the transfer of VLP procedures.

Step 7. Return the approved application together with the supporting documents to the MID-Computer Section.

Cost of Transferring Your VLP to Another Vehicle

If you are looking to transfer your existing Vanity License Plate into a new or existing vehicle other than the original one it was registered with, then be prepared to shell out Php 210.00 for the transfer of VLP fee.

Important Reminders

For those who are looking to request to transfer their official LTO Vanity License Plate to another vehicle, here are some reminders worth remembering:

  • Motorists may send their request for VLP transfer to the same offices where they applied for it, via any LTO Regional or District Office, or via the LTO Central Office located in East Avenue, Quezon City.

  • Motorists may sell or avail of an existing VLP via the VLP On-line Auction System (VOAS), an internet-based system designed to modernize LTO programs.

  • Only one piece of vanity license plate shall be issued and allowed on a single motor vehicle.

  • There is an equivalent vanity validation sticker issued along with the VLP which must be installed at the upper right hand corner of the inside rear windshield.

  • It is possible to gift or transfer the VLP from the original owner to another person or beneficiary.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

For your reference, here are some common questions and answers related to transferring your officialLTO Vanity License Plate:

1. Can I transfer, sell, or gift my VLP to another person?

Yes. It is possible to give as a gift, sell, or even donate an existing vanity license plate to another person as long as the proper transfer procedure is observed and the request was properly made and approved by the LTO.

2. I got a VLP validation sticker issued when I got my VLP. Do I need to transfer it as well if I transfer the VLP to another vehicle?

Yes. The VLP validation sticker issued upon the issuance of the VLP is an integral part of the package and must be visible along with it. 

3. Is it possible to request for a duplicate or a vanity plate with the same letter and number combination?

Yes. A duplicate plate is possible even for the not-so-budget-friendly vanity license plate. Do note that it is only allowed once for vanity plates.

Summary

Getting a Vanity License Plate is one thing, but having it transferred to another vehicle instead of securing a new vanity license has perks of its own. It’s a lot more economical, plus it saves time and money going this route in keeping your personalized number plate. In any case, it can also be given as a gift, provided that you follow the same transfer procedures.

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