LTO

First driver’s licence

Documents, costs and steps for this service.

For an eligible student-permit holder applying for a first non-professional licence. You must pass the theory and practical tests for the requested vehicle code.

Cost / amount:: LTO application ₱100 + licence ₱585 = ₱685
Medical, practical training and any test-vehicle hire are separate
Processing time:: Allow time for document validation, theory test, practical test, payment and biometrics
Training and the required student-permit holding period come before the licensing visit
How to start:: Prepare through LTMS; identity capture and the required tests / issuance are in person

Where to apply

An LTO licensing centre / district office authorized to issue new licences and administer the requested tests.

Find an office

Read the official application checklist

What to bring

Application for Permits and Licences (APL), email and identity
Use the current APL form and LTMS record. Filipinos must be at least 17 for a non-professional licence; foreign applicants at least 18 and meet the residence / visa rules.
Electronically transmitted medical certificate
Use an LTO-accredited clinic; present the original and submit one photocopy where required. Ask for the clinic’s posted fee and receipt before examination. A paper certificate alone is not electronic transmission.
Valid student permit and Practical Driving Course certificate
Hold the student permit for at least one month and complete the Practical Driving Course (PDC) for the requested vehicle code. Ensure the course result is transmitted to LTO; present the originals / copies in the charter.
Additional minor / foreign-applicant documents
Under 18: parent / guardian consent and the required parent / guardian ID original and copy. Foreign applicants need passport entry and visa / stay evidence for the applicable category.

How to apply

1
Complete training and the medical examination first
Check the accredited providers and ensure their results appear in the LTO system before the visit.
2
Submit at an office handling the requested transaction
Bring the APL, original documents and specified copies. A licence-renewal-only outlet may not handle first licences.
Open the official service
3
Pass the required theory and practical tests
Use the requested vehicle code and follow the official examination sequence. A failed test has its own retest rules.
4
Pay the assessment and check the issued permit / licence
Complete photograph / signature capture. Check personal details, vehicle codes and expiry; keep the Official Receipt (OR).

Sources for this situation

Help & contacts

These are agency support contacts. Your appointment confirmation identifies your receiving office.

Find an office for this service Official office directory Official contacts

Choose a branch that handles your transaction. NCR references do not cover all regions.

Official sources & guide details

Checking off a task does not submit an application. The listed scope and special cases determine which documents you need.

Guide reviewed: 2026-10-05

First non-professional driver’s licence — official requirements

What to bring

Application for Permits and Licences (APL), email and identity

Use the current APL form and LTMS record. Filipinos must be at least 17 for a non-professional licence; foreign applicants at least 18 and meet the residence / visa rules.

Electronically transmitted medical certificate

Use an LTO-accredited clinic; present the original and submit one photocopy where required. Ask for the clinic’s posted fee and receipt before examination. A paper certificate alone is not electronic transmission.

Valid student permit and Practical Driving Course certificate

Hold the student permit for at least one month and complete the Practical Driving Course (PDC) for the requested vehicle code. Ensure the course result is transmitted to LTO; present the originals / copies in the charter.

Additional minor / foreign-applicant documents

Under 18: parent / guardian consent and the required parent / guardian ID original and copy. Foreign applicants need passport entry and visa / stay evidence for the applicable category.

How to apply

Complete training and the medical examination first

Check the accredited providers and ensure their results appear in the LTO system before the visit.

Submit at an office handling the requested transaction

Bring the APL, original documents and specified copies. A licence-renewal-only outlet may not handle first licences.

Open the official service

Pass the required theory and practical tests

Use the requested vehicle code and follow the official examination sequence. A failed test has its own retest rules.

Pay the assessment and check the issued permit / licence

Complete photograph / signature capture. Check personal details, vehicle codes and expiry; keep the Official Receipt (OR).