According to the LTO’s website, getting your reissued license is pretty straightforward. Before obtaining a professional or non-professional license, you must obtain a student’s permit, a practical driving certificate, and other initial requirements.
Due to long lines and queues, what is supposed to be an easy process can take long hours, or even days, in most LTO offices.
Using the Land Transportation Office Online Portal or LTMS, we’ll show you how to schedule an appointment for a new non-pro driver’s license. Renewals and new applications for pro licenses should follow the same process. Â
Booking an LTO appointment
Book your Appointment online before going to an LTO office to process your professional or non-professional license to avoid standing in long lines. Here’s how to do it.
The first step is to create an account on the LTO Online Portal (LTMS). To be eligible to obtain a new professional or non-professional license, you must already have a student permit account that was created during the application process for the student permit.
If this is a renewal and you are a new customer, you can easily create an account on the main page by clicking on the “Register Now” button.
Click on the “Licensing” button on the dashboard.
You must click the “Agree” button in the LTMS Terms of Service.
To apply for a permit or license, you need to choose which one you would like to use. We will take the “Driver’s License” test for this test.
It is now time to go through the fifth step, selecting the application type you would like to use.Â
The next step is to scroll down the page and look for the vehicle category for which you will apply for a license.
As a final step, you must select the “Mandatory – Practical Driving Course Certificate” in the Document Description box. It depends on the type of license you want to obtain and what documents you are required to submit.
When prompted, click “Please Select File” and select your practical driving course certificate file from your computer. You can choose to upload a picture or a PDF file and click on the “Upload” button. After the file has been uploaded, tap Next to continue the process.
As you scroll down the page, you will see how the payment is broken down. The first payment must be settled before the selection. Next, it will be determined at the office of the LTO once the Appointment has been confirmed. Finally, you need to click the “Apply” button.
Choosing the LTO office and region where you would like to schedule an appointment.
Choosing the date of your Appointment is the next step in the process. The month can also be changed if you wish to do so.
You can choose the time slot that is most convenient for you.
If you wish to proceed to payment after choosing the time and date, click “Proceed to Payment.”
Please select the payment method you would like to use and click Next.
It would be best if you kept in mind that all payment methods come with a standard convenience fee of ₱65, some of which will cost more depending on your purchase. In the section below, you can find a complete list of the partner merchants we work with and their respective fees.
There is a standard ₱65 fee for GCash transactions, plus 2.24% of the amount you transfer.
You must scroll down to the Summary section, where you can see the total amount, and click the “Submit” button.
It is essential to read the LTO disclaimer before clicking the “accept” button.
You will be taken to the payment page as soon as you click on this link. Make sure that the checkbox next to the terms and conditions is checked. You will need to click on your chosen merchant and then press the “Continue” button.
GCash, BPI, Visa, or any other online account you choose, you will be redirected to the merchant’s webpage. You can sign in and finish the payment there.
You will need to return to step 14 if you use an over-the-counter method. In this case, tap the “Save and Close” button. Once the payment has been settled, return to the process to continue.
Upon completing the payment, you will be directed to the transaction page, where you can review the transaction details. Attached you will find the Appointment Confirmation and the official receipt for your Appointment. Please print these documents and bring them to your position at the actual LTO office, where the rest of the process can be completed.
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Convenience Fees and Methods
If you have booked an appointment online, what should you do next?
It is time to schedule an appointment with your chosen LTO office at the time and date of your choice once you have secured a position. It is pretty strict that you wear proper attire (no shorts, slippers, etc.), so it’s a good idea to ensure you follow it.
How should I prepare for my LTO appointment?
- Barcode appointment confirmation
- A copy of the official receipt
- Requirement for driving license
Rescheduled LTO Appointment
Log in to your LTMS Online Account and select Transactions > Click on the open transaction > Reschedule Appointment from the drop-down menu. You will be able to choose a different time and date from here. During the few days following your first choice, you can expect it will already be full.
There you have it – a step-by-step guide that explains how to use the online portal of the LTO to schedule an appointment to obtain a driver’s license or student permit.
