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Affidavit of Change Color for Car

The Land Transportation Office (LTO) in different parts of the Philippines also allow vehicle color changes so long as it isn’t being used for the commission of a crime. Before they do, they require several documentary requirements which includes an Affidavit of Change Color to prove that the color change is deliberate and only due to personal preferences and not to commit criminal activities.

As an important factor in car purchase, the color of a vehicle is something that not only the buyer, but also the automotive paint and coating companies as well as the car manufacturers invest in. Having said that, the LTO allows the car owners the privilege to change their car color as they please, though the service comes with a fee and some paperworks, which includes an Affidavit of Change Color.

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What is an Affidavit of Change Color

Changing color is probably the simplest type of car or vehicle modifications available to all car owners. You simply need to go to a paint or a wrap shop and leave your car to get the change done. However, this change involves more than satisfying aesthetics and personal preference. In fact, any change in color can make your car look new and shiny, ragged, or even expensive. The car color can also affect insurance premiums, residual value, car temperature, and even risk value. That said, a paint or a wrap job takes more than just a simple whim as it also requires spending money and submitting documents. 

One of the documentary requirements for vehicle change color is the Affidavit of change color jointly executed by the owner and the painter. The Affidavit of Change Color, like any other kind of affidavit, is a legal document declaring the motor vehicle’s change in color in an official document notarized by a licensed lawyer. It also serves as the owner’s oath or sworn statement that the MV is not intended for any illegal or unlawful purpose and that the paint job is done by the painter executing the affidavit. 

Benefits of Getting an Affidavit of Change Color

Securing an Affidavit of Change Color in order to fulfill the requirements to register a vehicle that has had its color changed in the Philippines can only mean getting to enjoy the same exact benefits as being able to change color at will.

These benefits associated with securing an Affidavit of color change include: 

  • Being able to legally upgrade your vehicle into one that suits your color preferences.
  • Better resale value for your.motor vehicle
  • Depending on the type of color you change into, there’s a possibility of enjoying lower car insurance premiums.
  • Getting a safer car, if you believe that some colors actually make a car more risky.
  • It translates to you having the freedom to decide what you want your car to look like.
  • You can enjoy a cooler temperature depending on the type of color you choose.

Who Needs a Notarized Affidavit of Change Color 

Securing an Affidavit of Change Color must be executed by anybody who owns an LTO-registered motor vehicle or motorcycle in the Philippines, in cases of repaint jobs or installation of decals that changes the overall appearance of the vehicle.

Content of an Affidavit of Change Color

The Affidavit of Change Color is a lot like the Affidavit of Loss. The affidavit itself is unchanging in its content, and must always contain the following information:

  • Title of the document
  • Personal information
    • Full name
    • Statement that affiant is of legal age
    • Civil status
    • Citizenship
    • Residence address
    • Residence Certificate Number
  • A narration of the circumstances of the color change, which includes
    • A description of the car’s original color
    • A description of the change in color
    • Your statement attesting to the fact related to the change being reported 
  • The signature of the painter and the owner (affiant or the person executing/signing the document).
  • The jurat or the oath or affirmation before the notary public that you have personally executed the document in the notary’s presence.

For Affidavit of Change Color to be processed at the LTO office, the MV owner must also satisfy other documentary requirements for processing vehicle color change applications. 

Requirements for Securing a Notarized Affidavit of Change Color

Securing a Notarized Affidavit of Change Color, like any other affidavit document, always comes with the same requirements. These requirements include a community residence certificate, a proof of identity, and money for the notarial fees. 

To file vehicle color change at the LTO Office, you will need the following documents

Other requirements that the LTO may ask for in the event of MV color change includes:

Procedures for Securing a Notarized Affidavit of Change Color

If, somehow, you find yourself in need of a notarized Affidavit of Color Change for your motor vehicle or motorcycle, then you may refer to this guide on how to secure an LTO Affidavit of Loss. Though it’s a different type of Affidavit, the procedures remain the same: get the affidavit document ready, visit a notary public, and pay to get the affidavit notarized.

Once you have an affidavit of color change prepared, then you may check out this guide on the procedures to process a motor vehicle color change at any LTO offices in the Philippines. 

Fees for Securing a Notarized Affidavit of Change Color

When it comes to the fees associated with the Affidavit of color change, you have two options: First, to come prepared with an affidavit and pay for notarial services only. The price ranges from P100.00 to P400.00. The second option is for if you can’t prepare the affidavit. If you can’t, you may ask the notary public to prepare it for you but you may need to prepare to shell out around P500.00 to P800.00 depending on the notary public that you are visiting. If you qualify as an indigent, then the Public Attorney’s Office gives out a notarized Affidavit of Loss for free. 

However, this isn’t the only fee you will need to worry about when changing car colors. As is always the case, the LTO simply won’t let you change anything on your car’s registration for free.

Here’s a list of other fees you might need to prepare for:

  • MVUC, or Motor Vehicle User’s charge – P30.00 though it may change depending on car type
  • Processing fee for changes in color, classification, chassis, engine, or weight – P100.00
  • PNP-HPG MV Certificate – P300.00

Note: You will also need to indicate the new color of your vehicle as soon as possible to avoid issues with getting your vehicle registered or inspected.

Sample Affidavit of Change Color

If you have no idea about what an Affidavit of Change Color looks like on paper, this sample Affidavit of Change Color can help you write one without starting from scratch. 

REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES)

CITY OF ____________________ ) S.S

AFFIDAVIT OF CHANGE COLOR

I, _____________________________________, of legal age, Filipino, (single/married/widow)

and a resident of _________________________________________________________________________________________________, after having been duly sworn to in accordance with law, depose and state THAT:

1. That I am the registered owner of a motor vehicle which is particularly described as follows:

            Make & Type : ________________________

            Motor Number : ________________________

            Chassis Number : ________________________

            Plate Number : _________________________

            MV File No. : _________________________

            Year Model : _________________________

2. That the original color of the said motor vehicle was “_____________”;

3. That on _____________________ I/We change its color from ____________ to ___________  for the above–described motor vehicle as hereto attached as part of this document;

4. That the change color is not intended for any illegal or unlawful purpose but solely due to the foregoing reasons;

5. That this affidavit is being executed to attest the fact that I/We caused the change of color of the same and to report this matter to the authorities concerned for P.C. Clearances and Registration with the Land Transportation Office.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this ___________________ in Makati City, Metro Manila, Philippines.

____________________

                                                        Painter        

___________________________

                                      Affiant.

SUBSCRIBED AND SWORN TO before me this ______________________________ in Makati City, Philippines, affiant exhibiting to me his/her ________________________________ with No. ___________________________.

Doc. No. _____;

Page No. _____;

Book No. _____;

Series of 20 ___.

Important Tips and Reminders

For your reference, here are some important reminders regarding MV color change that you might want to take note of:

  • To save money when getting a notarized Affidavit of Loss for duplicate plates, you might want to have an affidavit document prepared before heading for the notary public’s office. 
  • All Affidavit of Loss includes a jurat or an oath or affirmation before the notary public that you have personally executed the document in the notary’s presence.
  • In case of color change, getting the Affidavit of Color Change is perhaps the easiest part. 
  • Note that all types of changes are subject to inspection as it needs to be checked for safety
  • Inspection due to color change is also meant to ensure that the paint job is not a cover up for a crime.
  • That said, the procedure always comes with not only the expenses for color change but also other fees. 
  • Changing the color of a motor vehicle is an optional procedure given as a privilege.
  • It can be done at any of the LTO offices in the Philippines.
  • Note that some colors are believed to be more risky and accident-prone, hence the insurance premiums vary per vehicle color.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

To help make securing an Affidavit of Change Color and your application for change in vehicle color as painless as possible, we rounded up the most common questions and answers related to it.

1. Is an Affidavit of Change Color a legal document?

Yes. Like any other affidavit document, the Affidavit of Change Color is a legal document executed under oath and notarized to attest to the truth of the statement made in the document.

2. Will the notary public entertain my request for a notarized Affidavit of Change Color even if I do not have an ID?

Yes, but only if you satisfy the following conditions: 

a. The notary public personally knows you;
b. The notary public does not know you, but there is at least one credible witness personally known to the notary public who can confirm your identity;
c. If you can bring two credible witnesses who have IDs, and they can confirm your identity to the notary.

3. How much does the Affidavit of Change Color cost in the Philippines?

Like the regular affidavit document, the fees for a notarized Affidavit of Change Color usually start at P100.00 and may reach up to P500.00 to P800.00, depending on the location and prestige of the notary public. 

4. Is there a free Affidavit of Change Color?

Yes. The Public Attorney’s Office (PAO) provides free notarial services to indigent persons, provided that they can show proof of indigency. 

5. How can I be considered indigent?

To be considered indigent, your family income must not exceed P14,000.00 per month if in Metro Manila, P13,000.00 for other cities, and P12,000.00 for all other places. You may also check the Legal Office or the Councilor’s Office of your city or municipality for free notarial services.

6. Can I submit the Affidavit of Change Color to any LTO branch office?

Yes. You may file the change color application at any LTO branch, provided that they offer the service. 

7. Is there a difference between Affidavit of Change Color for private and for-hire vehicles?

No. The affidavit is the same but the procedures and documentary requirements are different so make sure you pay attention to it depending on your vehicle classification.

8. How much does it cost to get a car paint job in the Philippines?

The price for a car paint job may vary depending on the type of paint job you require. For a whole-body repaint, it would cost anywhere between P30,000.00 to P50,000.00, depending on the auto paint shop and the paint to be used. On the other hand, if you decide to paint just a certain portion of your car, then it would cost a minimum of around P5,000.00 only.

9. Is LTO imposing a fee for changing the color of my car?

Yes. The LTO collects a P100.00 charge to process applications for changing the color of your car.

10. Do I need an Affidavit of Change Color if I’m having decals installed?

Yes. While you’re technically applying a sticker, you’re still changing the outward appearance and color of your car.  

11. Do I need an Affidavit of Change Color if I’m only changing colors of some parts of my car, like the hood, for example? 

No. if you’re only changing one part of your car like its hood, then you don’t need to worry about getting your car’s color changed on its documentation. Modifications like a carbon fiber hood are also okay without an affidavit of color change, as long as the majority of your car is still the color that is indicated on its papers. Once a majority of its old color is painted over though, you will need to secure one. 

12. Can I make my own Affidavit of Change Color?

Yes. Like most other affidavit documents, you have the option to make your own Affidavit of Change Color. As an affiant, you only need to make sure that the affidavit includes all the necessary details, like your full legal name, date of birth, statement regarding color change, the reason for the color change, and a statement declaring that it is not intended for illegal use, etc. Also, you must also notarize the document.

13. How long is the validity of an Affidavit of Change Color?

Like the Affidavit of Loss, an Affidavit of Change Color does not expire. It is, however, only valid for one incident of color change. Hence, it can only be used once.

14. Is there an LTO-accredited Notary Public where I can execute my Affidavit of Change Color?

No. There aren’t any LTO-accredited Notary Public anywhere in the country. Having said that, you can get and execute your joint Affidavit of Change Color with the painter who did the job from anywhere in the country.

Summary

The LTO is quite lenient when it comes to modifications of motor vehicle (MV) units. However, while many types of changes, including color change, are allowed, it is necessary to declare such changes at the LTO in order to help the government trace and identify the vehicle with its owner easily. Failure to do so may cause a lot of trouble. In some cases, drivers may be asked to fix the disparity in car color on the spot, so it’s best to report changes like this immediately. After all, it only entails submission of an Affidavit of Change Color, as well as a few other requirements. Doing so can help you avoid trouble, too, which is a plus. 

PMVIC: List of Private Motor Vehicle Inspection Centers in the Philippines

The Department of Transportation and the Land Transportation Office (DOTr-LTO) has been fast-tracking the compliance inspections to push forward the activation and operationalization of the different Private Motor Vehicle Inspection Centers (PMVICs) in various regions to help the transacting public comply with LTO regulations.

These PMVICs are scattered all over the country to carry out automated inspections and determine the vehicle’s roadworthiness. In this article, we listed all the operational PMVICs, along with some others that are already set to operate very soon.

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What are PMVICs?

PMVICs stands for Private Motor Vehicle Inspection Centers. These are privately-owned automated vehicle inspection facilities designed to check not only the vehicle’s compliance with emission standards, but also its roadworthiness, prior to motor vehicle registration with the LTO.

These automated vehicle inspections are designed not only to check the vehicle’s roadworthiness, but to also ensure that the inspection is fast, efficient, and accurate. Plus, according to the LTO chief Jay Art Tugade, the automated inspection will use machines and minimize human intervention, effectively reducing opportunities for corruption.

From the LTO’s side, the connectivity of the LTO IT system and the inspection centers are being tested continuously to identify issues, and iron out glitches, ensuring smooth and efficient transmission of results.

List of Operational PMVICs in the Philippines

For a complete list of Private Motor Vehicle Inspection Centers (PMVICs) in the country, please check this out:

National Capital Region (NCR)

Otis, Manila
PMVIC Name: Private Motor Vehicle Inspection Center Otis Manila
Office Address: #7 Cristobal St., Paco, Manila
Contact Number: +63 2 8556 4551

U.N. Avenue, Manila
PMVIC Name: TQM Private Motor Vehicle Inspection Center
Office Address: 1075 H. Tanque St., United Nations Avenue, Paco, Manila

Sta. Ana, Manila
PMVIC Name: Steadfast Motor Vehicle Inspection Center
Office Address: 346 Sta. Clara St., Sta. Ana, Manila
Contact Number: +63 908 881 0647

Manila
PMVIC Name: A-Kinetic Motor Vehicle Inspection Center
Office Address: 2868 Lamayan St., Sta. Ana, Manila
Contact Number: +63 2 8352 5127

Mandaluyong
PMVIC Name: Autotec Shaw Automotive Testing Center
Office Address: 564 Shaw Blvd., Brgy. Highway Hills, Mandaluyong City
Contact Number: +63 2 8652 7258

Taguig
PMVIC Name: M2 PMVIC Taguig
Office Address: Blk 5 Levi Mariano Ave., Western Bicutan, Taguig
Contact Number: +63 917 833 8758

Valenzuela
PMVIC Name: ABC Private Motor Vehicle Inspection Center
Office Address: 152 Maysan Rd., Valenzuela, Metro Manila
Contact Number: (02) 7149 1569

Valenzuela
PMVIC Name: Triple A Private Motor Vehicle Inspection Center Valenzuela
Office Address: Warehouse 1 and 3 Arca Plaza, Maysan Rd., Valenzuela, 1440 Metro Manila
Contact Number: +63 2 7149 0770

Caloocan
PMVIC Name: Motor Vehicle Inspection Center North Kalookan – Envirotest, Inc.
Office Address: Km-28 Quirino Highway North, Barangay 181, Caloocan City, Metro Manila

Caloocan
PMVIC Name: BGT Vehicle Inspection Corp.
Office Address: Deparo Rd., 420 Caloocan City North, Caloocan
Contact Number: +63 2 8642 7916

Parañaque
PMVIC Name: Eprovis Vehicle Inspection Service
Office Address: 138 Olivarez Plaza Ninoy Aquino Ave., Brgy. San Dionisio, Parañaque
Contact Number: 0933 354 1793

Quezon City
Diliman
PMVIC Name: QCIS Motor Vehicle Inspection Service
Office Address: Lot 2 Cattleya Ext., Barangay Bahay Toro, Tandang Sora, Diliman, Quezon City

Balintawak
PMVIC Name: Motor Vehicle Inspection Center – Old Samson Quezon City
Office Address: 125 Old Samson Rd., Brgy. Apolonio Samson, Balintawak
Contact Number: +63 976 023 8299

Novaliches
PMVIC Name: APC PMVIC Emission Center
Office Address: S. Francisco cor. Norguera St., San Bartolome, Novaliches, Quezon City
Contact Number: +63 916 708 4846

Marikina
PMVIC Name: STM Motor Vehicle Inspection Center
Office Address: PH corner 7th St., Marikina

Pasig
PMVIC Name: TYJL Auto Inspection Center
Office Address: 13 F. Manalo, Pasig City
Contact Number: +63 2 7004 9209

Pasig
PMVIC Name: Motor Vehicle Testing Center – Pasig Sandoval
Office Address: Interior SW-L NWL25, A. Sandoval Ave., Pasig City
Contact Number: (02) 8651 0627

Las Piñas
PMVIC Name: Kingsway Inspection Services
Office Address: 83 L2, Daang Hari Road, Almanza Dos, Las apinaa
Contact Number: (02) 8645 1619

Las Piñas
PMVIC Name: 3SM Motor Vehicle Inspection Center Las Piñas
Office Address: 322 Alabang-Zapote Rd , Talon Uno, Las Piñas City
Contact Number: (02) 7148 8803

Muntinlupa
PMVIC Name: True South Development & South MM PMVIC
Office Address: Metro South Complex, National Rd., Brgy. Tunasan, Muntinlupa City
Contact Number: (02) 8672 0028

Pasay
PMVIC Name: Flomen Private Motor Vehicle Inspection Center Pasay
Office Address: Salem Complex, Atayde St., cor. Domestic Rd., Atay de Paz, Pasay City
Contact Number: +63 968 640 0207

Region I

La Union
PMVIC Name: Powered Up La Union MVIC
Office Address: National Highway, Dalumpinas Oeste, San Fernando, Pampanga

Ilocos Norte
PMVIC Name: Road Worthy Motor Vehicle Inspection Center
Office Address: Brgy. 55A Barit Pandan, Laoag City
Contact Number: +63 998 995 1556

Dagupan City
PMVIC Name: BILY Private Motor Vehicle Inspection Centre
Office Address: Mayombo, Calasiao, Dagupan City
Contact Number: +63 977 041 8659

Lingayen, Pangasinan
PMVIC Name: GenFour Private Motor Vehicle Inspection Center
Office Address: 23-25 Alaminos – Sual Rd., Poblacion, Alaminos, Pangasinan
Contact Number: 09787997034

Urdaneta City
PMVIC Name: DTO Motor Vehicle Inspection Service
Office Address: Bypass Rdm, Purok 2, Nancayasan, Urdaneta
Contact Number: 09787997034

Region II

Santiago City, Isabela
PMVIC Name: Golden Star Private Motor Vehicle Inspection Center
Office Address: National Highway, Purok Saranay, Brgy. Batal, Santiago City
Contact Number: +63 926 208 5270

Nueva Vizcaya
PMVIC Name: KGZR
Office Address: Purok 3, Magsaysay, Bayombong, Nueva Vizcaya
Contact Number: +63 956 078 2285

Cagayan
PMVIC Name: GPS Motor Vehicle Inspection Center
Office Address: Diversion Rdm, Brgy. Buntun, Tuguegarao City

Region III

Angeles City, Pampanga
PMVIC Name: QWIK Private Motor Vehicle Inspection Center
Office Address: ARS Bldg., McArthur Highway, Brgy. Sto. Domingo, Angeles City, Pampanga
Contact Number: +63 945 304 7282

Meycauayan, Bulacan
PMVIC Name: Sta. Clara Private Motor Vehicle Inspection Center – Meycauayan Branch
Office Address: Camalig Rd., Meycauayan, Bulacan

Malolos, Bulacan
PMVIC Name: Sta. Clara Private Motor Vehicle Inspection Center – Malolos Branch
Office Address: Dakila, Malolos, Bulacan

Olongapo City
PMVIC Name: Autotec Subic
Office Address: Marshalling Yard, Argonaut Highway, Subic Bay Freeport Zone, Olongapo City
Contact Number: (047) 252 9422

San Fernando, Pampanga
PMVIC Name: IC60 Motor Vehicle Inspection Center
Office Address: Greenhills Ave., Brgy. San Agustin Road, San Fernando Pampanga
Contact Number: 0919 006 8081

Paniqui, Tarlac
PMVIC Name: Roadwise Motor Vehicle Inspection Center
Office Address: Lot 7-B, MacArthur Highway, Brgy. Apulid, Paniqui, Tarlac
Contact Number: +63 945 925 4143

Pilar
PMVIC Name: Hakoo and Son’s Motor Vehicle Inspection Center
Office Address: Gov. JJ Linao National Road Ala-uli, Pilar, Bataan
Contact Number: +63 947 244 6008

Cabanatuan City
PMVIC Name: Five S Vehicle Inspection Center
Office Address: Felipe Vergara Highway, Caalibangan, Cabanatuan City
Contact Number: +63 936 652 2870

San Jose, Nueva Ecija
PMVIC Name: Jubila Inspection Center
Office Address: Zone 2, Brgy. Tayabo, San Jose City, Nueva Ecija

Lubao
PMVIC Name: Check Motor Vehicle Inspection Center
Office Address: Jose Abad Santos Avenue, Lubao, Pampanga
Contact Number: 0919 006 8081

Region IV-A

Laguna
San Pedro, Laguna
PMVIC Name: RIAP Motor Vehicle Inspection Services
Office Address: Lot 3 & 4, Blk 1, St. Francis Homes 2 Subd., San Pedro, Laguna
Contact Number: 02 7118 6442

Calamba, Laguna
PMVIC Name: Private Motor Vehicle Inspection Center Calamba (Cimatech Enterprises, Inc.)
Office Address: NIA Rd., Brgy. Real, Calamba, Laguna
Contact Number: +63 931 936 9791

Sta Rosa, Laguna
PMVIC Name: Abondante Motor Vehicle Inspection Center
Office Address: Tatlong Hari St., Brgy. Market Area, Santa Rosa, Laguna
Contact Number: +63 920 762 5946

Pagsanjan, Laguna
PMVIC Name: 4CG Motor Vehicle Inspection Center Pagsanjan
Office Address: Areza Town Center, Brgy. Biñan, Pagsanjan, Laguna
Contact Number: +63 936 139 7254

Dasmariñas, Cavite
PMVIC Name: Dasca Automotive Inspection Center
Office Address: R-2, Aguinaldo Highway, Salitran 2 (behind Dasma Coliseum), Dasmariñas, Cavite
Contact Number: +63 915 684 7961

Lemery, Batangas
PMVIC Name: 8 Gears Motor Vehicle Inspection Center
Office Address: Sinisian West, Lemery, Batangas
Contact Number: 0910 411 2500

Rosario, Batangas
PMVIC Name: 8 Gears Motor Vehicle Inspection Center
Office Address: Purok 2, Quilib, Rosario, Batangas

Lipa, Batangas
PMVIC Name: DTD Private Motor Vehicle Inspection Center
Office Address: Purok 4, Sitio Pugon, Balintawak, Lipa City, Batangas
Contact Number: +63 970 202 4418

Lucena
PMVIC Name: Scan&Go123 Vehicle Inspection Services
Office Address: Dumoit Road, Brgy. Bocohana, Lucena City
Contact Number: +63 963 202 0123

Region IV-B

Palawan
PMVIC Name: Chief Private Motor Vehicle Inspection Center
Office Address: Km. 4 North National Highway cor. Dacanay Rd., Puerto Princesa City, Palawan
Contact Number: 0968 688 5101

Region V

Camarines Sur
Pamplona, Camarines Sur
PMVIC Name: Naga Starprince PMVIC
Office Address: Zone 4, Brgy. Del Rosario, Pamplona, Camarines Sur

Pili, Camarines Sur
PMVIC Name: Key2 Motor Vehicle Inspection Center
Office Address: Zone 4, Cadlan, Pili, Camarines Sur
Contact Number: +63 908 811 7244

Daet, Camarines Norte
PMVIC Name: Biomotors Motor Vehicle Inspection Center
Office Address: Purok 4, Daet, Camarines Norte
Contact Number: +63 936 924 5967

Sorsogon City
PMVIC Name: WCI Motor Vehicle Inspection Center
Office Address: Diversion Rd., Cabid-An, Sorsogon City
Contact Number: +63 917 538 3440

Ligao City, Albay
PMVIC Name: Bicol Vehicle Registration Services
Office Address: Maharlika Highway, Brgy. Sta. Cruz, Ligao City, Albay

Region VI

Bacolod City
PMVIC Name: Motor Vehicle Inspection Center Bacolod
Office Address: Bacolod City (2, BLK 1 & 5, Reclamation Area, Brgy 10)
Contact Number: +63 34 454 2422

Roxas City, Capiz
PMVIC Name: Panay Quality Motors Service
Office Address: Pueblo De Panay Township, Lawaan, Roxas City, Capiz

Kalibo, Aklan
PMVIC Name: Aklan Prime Motors Services
Office Address: Pook Kalibo, Aklan
Contact Number: +63 968 881 7009

Antique
PMVIC Name: Kensa Air Vehicle Inspection Center – Antique
Office Address: Ramon Masa Street, District 3, Sibalom, Antique
Contact Number: 0908 813 1890

Iloilo City
PMVIC Name: JBN Motor Vehicle Inspection Center
Office Address: Coastal Road, Brgy. Hinactacan, La Paz, Iloilo City
Contact Number: +63 33 332 9411

Iloilo City
PMVIC Name: Roadworthy Motor Vehicle Inspection Center Iloilo
Office Address: Diversion Service Rd, Brgy Sambag, Jaro 5000 Iloilo City
Contact Number: +63 917 715 5511

Region VII

Bais City, Negros Occidental
PMVIC Name: Sure Safe Vehicle Testing
Office Address: Laurel, Bais City, Negros Oriental
Contact Number: +63 917 117 5797

Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental
PMVIC Name: DGT Motor Vehicle Inspection Center
Office Address: Sto Nino Road, Banilad, Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental
Contact Number: +63 995 663 9293

Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental
PMVIC Name: Powerswing Motor Vehicle Inspection Center
Office Address: EJ Blanco Street, Dumaguete City
Contact Number: +63 917 137 6278

Tagbilaran, Bohol
PMVIC Name: Tagbilaran Vehicle Inspection Center
Office Address: H. Zamora, Dampas District, Tagbilaran, Bohol
Contact Number: +63 998 985 9043

Carcar City, Cebu
PMVIC Name: RoadReady Private Motor Vehicle Inspection Center
Office Address: Sitio Pajo, Brgy. Villadolid, Carcar City, Cebu
Contact Number: +63 917 102 4264

Danao City, Cebu
PMVIC Name: Rocket Cargo Private Motor Vehicle Inspection Center
Office Address: Olo National Road, Suba, Danao City, Cebu
Contact Number: +63 32 505 2196

Mandaue, Cebu
PMVIC Name: Rocket Cargo Private Motor Vehicle Inspection Center
Office Address: 8 Block 4, North Reclamation Area, Subangdaku, Mandaue City, Cebu
Contact Number: +63 32 346 9978

Mandaue, Cebu
PMVIC Name: Pink Gorilla PMVIC Private Motor Vehicle Inspection Center
Office Address: Bridge town Square 143, Mandaue, Cebu
Contact Number: +63 32 346 9966

Cebu City
PMVIC Name: Fast Abscheck Corporation Private Motor Vehicle Inspection Center
Office Address: C, Padilla St., Brgy San Nicolas, Proper, Cebu City
Contact Number: +63 32 425 3100

Tubigon
PMVIC Name: Tubigon Vehicle Inspection Center
Office Address: Cahayag, Tubigon

Cebu City
PMVIC Name: BPCI – Private Motor Vehicle Inspection Centre Cebu PMVIC
Office Address: 482 National Road, Basak Pardo, Cebu City, Cebu Port Center

Region VIII

Ormoc City, Leyte
PMVIC Name: Cojibas Vehicle Inspection Center
Office Address: Ormoc City, Leyte
Contact Number: +63 908 891 8007

Tacloban City
PMVIC Name: HV Testing PMVIC
Office Address: Tacloban City, Leyte
Contact Number: +63 955 081 5706

Maasin City
PMVIC Name: M2 Private Motor Vehicle Inspection Center Maasin City
Office Address: Brgy. Pasay, Maasin, Leyte

Region IX

Zamboanga City
PMVIC Name: Zamboanga Motor Vehicle Inspection Center
Office Address: Zone 5 Maria Clara Lorenzo Lobregat Hwy, Zamboanga del Sur
Contact Number: +63 905 705 1440

Zamboanga City
PMVIC Name: Veterans Builder Private Motor Vehicle Inspection Center
Office Address: Natividad St. Tetuan, Zamboanga City

Ipil, Zamboanga Sibugay
PMVIC Name: Ipil First-Private Motor Vehicle Inspection Center
Office Address: National Highway, Don Andress, Ipil, Zamboanga Sibugay
Contact Number: +63 936 179 0102

Dipolog
PMVIC Name: FLOMEN Private Motor Vehicle Inspection Center Dipolog
Office Address: Purok Everlasting, Olingan, Dipolog City, Zamboanga Del Norte

Region X

Cagayan De Oro City
PMVIC Name: AUTO profile Private Motor Vehicle Inspection Center CDO
Office Address: Zone 8, Brgy Bulua Diversion Road, Cagayan de Oro City, Cagayan de Oro
Contact Number: 0917 171 2999

Iligan City, Lanao Del Sur
PMVIC Name: Blue Circle Motor Vehicle Inspection Center
Office Address: Apitong Drive Bara-as Highway Brgy. Tubod, Iligan City, Lanao Del Norte
Contact Number: +63633023944

Region XI

Davao City
PMVIC Name: PTSJ Private Motor Vehicle Inspection Center
Office Address: Talomo, Davao City, 8000 Davao del Sur

Tagum City
PMVIC Name: Orotech Motor Vehicle Inspection Center
Office Address: Purok 3, Brgy. Magdum, Tagum City
Contact Number: 0910 146 9548

Panabo City
PMVIC Name: Private Motor Vehicle Inspection Center Panabo HAVMS
Office Address: National Highway, JP Laurel, fronting JP Laurel Elementary School, Panabo
Contact Number: (084) 823 8614

Mati City, Davao Oriental
PMVIC Name: RDC Serbisyo Publico Motor Vehicle Inspection Center
Office Address: Dahican, Mati City, Davao Oriental
Contact Number: 0965 306 7598

Digos City, Davao del Sur
PMVIC Name: SNR Kompleto Private Motor Vehicle Inspection Center
Office Address: Purok Talakitok, Brgy. Dawis, Superhighway, Digos City
Contact Number: 0935 361 7218

Region XII

Kidapawan City, Cotabato
PMVIC Name: Quick Motor Vehicle Inspection Technical Testing Services
Office Address: Kidapawan City, Cotabato
Contact Number: +63 917 826 1025

General Santos City
PMVIC Name: GSC Vehicle Inspection Center-
Office Address: P. I Compound, General Santos City, South Cotabato
Contact Number: +63 968 366 0008

Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR)

(EBVC) Baguio
PMVIC Name: EBVC Motor Vehicle Inspection Services- Baguio
Office Address: Marcos Highway, Boundary Dontogan, Baguio City Upper Poblacion, Tuba, Benguet
Contact Number: 09850878923

Soon to Open PMVICs in the Philippines

In this section, you can find the list of PMVICs that are yet to start operations but have already made it past the LTO’s screening procedures.

Quezon City
PMVIC Name: Yumi Vehicle Inspection Center

San Rafael, Bulacan
PMVIC Name: San Rafael

Kabankalan City, Negros Occidental
PMVIC Name: Autoverde Motor Vehicle Inspection Center

Butuan City
PMVIC Name: Yumi Vehicle Inspection Center

For the complete list of PMVIC sites posted by PMVIC Philippines, please check the following:

Summary

By allowing the operations of LTO-accredited Private Motor Vehicle Inspection Centers (PMVICs) in the country and fast tracking the preparation of the LTO’s IT system to be able to accommodate and process the results from the PMVICs, the agency underscores the benefits of an automated inspection system to determine the vehicle’s roadworthiness. The belief lies in the fact that the Motor Vehicle Inspection System Report (MVIR) will have less human intervention as well as less opportunities for corruption, making it easier to clean up the agency and its systems while improving their public service delivery. Though PMVIC inspections are no longer mandatory in some cases, it remains an important requirement for specific LTO transactions so it still definitely pays to know where to find an operational one. After all, the agency continually weeds out illegally operating PMVICs nationwide.

Your License Has Just Expired. Are You Still Authorized To Drive To The Nearest LTO To Renew?

Renewal of Driver’s License is a process required by the Land Transportation Office (LTO) from license holders in the country. The thing is, this process should be done at least one month before the license expires. Unfortunately, some people fail to do so, resulting in expired licenses and illegal driving. 

Now, you may be wondering if you can drive to the LTO to renew your license if it has just expired. The regular answer would be: Sure, you can drive, but it doesn’t mean it will be legal. If you get caught driving with an expired license, you may face fines, citations, or even jail time, and your vehicle insurance provider may refuse any claims. So just to clarify, the legal answer to this question is NO. You are NOT authorized to drive to the nearest LTO to renew your expired driver’s license. You should renew your license before it expires!

Just recently, however, the agency has been facing problems with the shortage of plastic cards used for the manufacturing of the license cards, so they have made a temporary exemption to the rule. 

expired drivers license driving

What is an expired license?

An expired driver’s license refers to a driver’s license that is way beyond its validity period and expiry date. This means that the licensee has lived out his permission from the LTO to legally drive on public roads by himself. By the time that a license holder becomes an expired license holder, the licensee then loses the permission to drive a motor vehicle on the road, and may risk apprehensions from the LTO or other traffic enforcers.

What causes a driver’s license to expire?

The LTO requires renewal of LTO driver’s license on a regular basis, either after three, five, or ten years, for a number of reasons. 

These reasons include:

  • Being able to go through an eye test to demonstrate that you have adequate vision for driving.

  • Having the chance to get a complete physical and medical exam (PME) on a regular basis to ensure that you won’t be bringing harm to yourself and to others 

  • Getting the LTO to update all of your information in their organization database with your most recent address, a new photo, and some other changes.

  • To prevent fraud. 

  • To put a time limit in case someone else is using your license fraudulently after getting lost or stolen. 

  • To ensure that all drivers remain roadworthy after being allowed a certain time on the road.

  • It also works as a valid, government-issued ID that are acceptable for use in transacting with various offices

  • It helps your wallet find its way back to you.

Can you drive with an expired license?

Yes, but not legally. Driving legally is a privilege. This privilege comes with the requirement to present a valid driver’s license card. Having said that, an expired license is not allowed for use to drive on Philippine public roads. After all, a driver’s license card is proof that you are a capable and knowledgeable driver who knows to observe LTO rules and regulations to stay safe on the road. 

Consequently, driving with an expired license, while allowed in some other countries for a certain period, is illegal in the Philippines. It means that by the time your license expires, you are no longer permitted to drive on public roads. This also means that in case of apprehension or checkpoint, you’ll most probably end up with fines, citations, or even jail time. It might also end up with your vehicle insurance provider refusing your claims. To prevent these problems, the LTO recommends renewing your driver’s license before its validity ends. 

What happens if you drive with an expired license?

If you are unlucky enough to get pulled over and your license has just expired, you can only expect two things. One, if you are lucky enough to meet a sympathetic officer who will let you off with a warning and the directions to the nearest LTO office so you can renew your license as soon as possible. Or two, if the officer who pulled you over is not feeling sympathetic that day, or if your license has expired for some time, you can expect to face harsh consequences and be slapped with an LTO traffic ticket for failing to renew your license.

Is there a grace period for renewal of expired licenses?

No. In the Philippines, there really isn’t any grace period given to license holders after the driver’s license has expired. If you fail to renew your license within a given period of time before it expires, then you may face consequences such as being required to pay a large fine or possibly take another driving test. To avoid these, whenever you think, “is my license expired?,” then it’s best to check it right away. 

Expert tip: According to the LTO, you need to apply for license renewal at least one month before the expiration date, but you may still do so after the license expires but no later than two (2) years afterwards.

Special extension of driver’s license validity 2023

However, this 2023, the Land Transportation Office (LTO) has made a special announcement for the use of expired licenses via a Memorandum Circular. The said announcement extended the validity of driver’s licenses expiring on April 24, 2023 onwards until October 31 or until plastic cards are available, due to the problems on shortage of plastic cards used for the manufacturing of the credential.

According to the LTO Memorandum circular, “All holders of driver’s license cards expiring April 24, 2023 onwards shall no longer be required to renew their licenses until October 31, 2023 or as soon as the driver’s license cards become available for distribution to the public.” 

How to renew your driver’s license in the Philippines?

There are two (2) different ways to renew your driver’s license and avoid all the trouble: One, in person at an LTO office, or two, via the Land Transport Management System (LTMS) portal online. However, if you are an OFW or if you have a delinquent driver’s license with demerit points, you might need to follow a separate set of instructions and prepare a different set of requirements. 

For more information, you may read this guide to learn about how to renew your LTO Driver’s License in the Philippines. 

Renewal fees & charges

If you are looking to renew your LTO driver’s License, you may need to be ready to pay for the following fees and charges:

Note: The Change Classification fee only applies if you wish to change a Valid Non-Professional Driver’s License (NPDL) to Professional Driver’s License (PDL), a valid Professional Driver’s License (PDL) to a Non-Professional Driver’s License (NPDL), or an Expired NPDL to PDL / PDL to NPDL

Important Reminders

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

  • If the expiry date of the license falls on a weekend, holiday or non-working day, the license shall be renewed on or before the last working day prior to the expiry date of such licenses.

  • Prepare the required documents along with duplicates of each before visiting the LTO Office.

  • Go to the LTO office early, to avoid the crowd and finish the transaction within the day. 

  • Prepare for the exams by reviewing through the LTO LTMS Portal or other available materials.

  • Observe proper dress code for LTO clients.

  • Holders of license with five-year validity must take the PME within 60 days before their 3rd birthdate from the issuance of their license.

  • Those with a ten-year license, must undergo their PME before their 4th and 7th birthdays from the issuance of their license.

  • License holders are required to submit a medical examination certificate from LTO-accredited clinics every time they renew their licenses.

  • License holders whose Driver’s License has expired for 10 years or longer are no longer allowed to drive or renew their licenses. Instead, they are required to apply for a student permit again.

  • Failing the LTO Driving test upon renewal will entail re-taking both written and practical exams the next day if it’s convenient for the applicant.

  • Advance renewal is also allowed to those who intend to leave the country from sixty-one (61) days to one (1) year before the expiry date of their Driver’s License.

  • Make sure that you have settled all past traffic violations and attended the required reorientation course before license renewal.  

  • If you have a violation/s, you may process license renewals at the main or regional LTO offices. Note that satellite offices don’t process the renewal of driver’s licenses with violations.

  • If possible, renew your license as early as 60 days prior to the DL expiry date to avoid paying hefty penalty fees.

Video: LTO Extensions of Driver’s License Validity Due to Shortage of Plastic Cards 2023

Watch the current head of the LTO, LTO Chief Jay Art Tugade as he explains the contents of the memorandum circular that extends the validity of licenses expiring between April 24, 2023 and October 31, 2023:

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

For more information on renewal of license after expiry date, here are some common questions and answers about it.

1. Can I drive with an expired driver’s license?

No. Drivers with expired driver’s licenses are not supposed to drive until their license is renewed or they might face criminal charges and might be fined with a corresponding penalty fee. However, those whose licenses are expiring between April 24 and October 31, 2023 are allowed to do so until such time as the LTO’s shortage on plastic cards is resolved.

2. Can a driver’s license be renewed after it expires?

Yes, expired driver’s licenses can still be renewed, as long as they have only been expired for less than 10 years. Otherwise, you will need to go through a different process which includes re-applying for a new driver’s license, starting from the student permit. Plus, licenses that have long expired may require license holders to retake examinations and pay higher penalty fees.

3. Is there a grace period for license renewals in the Philippines? 

No. In the Philippines, there are usually no extensions or grace periods for license renewal as license holders are expected to do so at least 60 days before it expires. However, in 2023, the agency extended the validity of licenses expiring between April 24 and October 31, to address its problem of shortage of plastic cards used in the issuance of license cards. 

4. Can I still renew my driver’s license if it has expired for over 10 years?

No. According to the LTO, licensees who hold driver’s licenses that have expired for 10 years or more can no longer apply for renewal. Instead, they must start from scratch and apply for a student permit again.

5. Is there an age limit for driver’s license renewal in the Philippines?

No. There is no maximum age limit for driver’s license renewal in the Philippines. As long as you satisfy the qualifications and are still physically and mentally able to drive a vehicle, then you can renew your license regardless of your age.

6. Is it possible to renew my license on weekends?

Yes. Some LTO offices allow the application for renewal of driver’s license (or even apply for a student permit) on Saturdays via the LTO Driver’s License Renewal Offices nationwide.

Summary

Sure, you probably have a busy lifestyle which makes renewal of your driver’s license at any of the LTO Offices in the Philippines a difficult feat to accomplish. However, given that the new license has a 10-year validity period, and that there is an option for license renewal online via the LTMS portal online, now is the ideal time to ensure that your driver’s license (provided that you have an untarnished driving record) is renewed on time. Do note, however, that even though the renewal process has undergone certain advances (such as the online application), you still need to manage your expectations and make good plans, especially if you are visiting an LTO office. If you are unsure if it’s worth the trouble, have a clear look at your 5-year expired driver’s license and decide for yourself if you want to suffer the consequences for late renewal. 

Contact Information

For more information on driver’s license renewal or other LTO processes, simply reach out to:

Land Transportation Office

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

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