Driver’s License Price in the Philippines (2025)

LTO Official Fees

• New Non-Professional or Professional Driver’s License:
  • Application fee: ₱100
  • License card fee: ₱585
  • Total LTO fee: ₱685.

Renewal Fees

• Base renewal fee: ₱585.
• Late renewal penalties:
  • 1 day to 1 year expired: +₱75
  • 1 year and 1 day to 2 years expired: +₱150
  • Over 2 years expired: +₱225, plus ₱100 application fee.
• Medical certificate (required for new and renewal): ₱300–₱600.

Additional Required Costs for New Applicants

• Theoretical Driving Course (TDC): ₱500–₱3,000 (varies by school; some limited free slots in select LTO branches).
• Practical Driving Course (PDC): ₱2,800–₱10,000 (varies by school and vehicle type).
• Student permit (prerequisite): ₱250 application fee + ₱500–₱600 medical exam6.
• Practical exam fee: ₱500.
• Vehicle rental for exam (optional): ₱600.

Typical Total Cost Estimate for New License

Actual expenses will depend on your chosen driving school and location.

Summary Table: LTO Fees for 2025

Key Reminders

• All applicants must complete the required driving courses and pass the corresponding exams.
• Renewal always requires a new medical certificate.
• Fees for driving courses and medical certificates are paid to accredited schools and clinics, not to the LTO.
• Avoid fixers and unofficial channels to prevent overcharging or invalid documents.