Zamboanga City - Change Drivers License Classification Professional to Non-Professional


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ProcedureEdit


This procedure explains various ways to Change Drivers License Classification Professional to Non-Professional in Zamboanga City.

Apply in PersonEdit

  1. Here's how you can apply to change your driver's license classification from professional to non-professional at Land Transportation Office (LTO). You may apply for the procedure at any LTO licensing office near you as long as they process driver's license applications. Next, check if you need to book an appointment online with LTO ahead of your visit. Note: LTO just launched a new website portal called the Land Transportation Management System (LTMS) which you can use to set up an appointment and transact with LTO. But not all LTO offices in the country is connected to the system. Some offices may still accept walk in applicants. It is very important that you check first before you go to a LTO office.
  2. At the LTO office, ask where can you get an Application for Driver’s License (ADL) form. To save you some time, you may also check the link provided under 'Documents to Use' section which you can click to download the Application for Driver’s License (ADL) form. Once you have completed the form get a queue ticket and wait for your number to be called.
  3. Submit your completed ADL form and all the requirements. Don't forget to attach your queue number.
  4. Proceed to the Cashier to pay the application fee.
  5. Go to the encoding / biometric window and complete the form for encoding of your details into the new LTO-IT system.
  6. You will be informed by the LTO officer when can you come back to collect your OR (Official receipt) and your driver's license.
  7. When you collect your drivers' license (DL), you will be asked to sign in the log sheet before your license is released to you.
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Required DocumentsEdit

  1. Completed Application for Driver’s License (ADL) Form
  2. Copy of your medical certificate. (To be transmitted electronically to LTO by the accredited medical clinic)
  3. Your original professional driver's license

Office Locations & ContactsEdit

LTO Central Office
LTO Compound, East Avenue, Diliman,
Quezon City
1100 Philippines
LTO Trunkline (PABX / Information): 89229061 to 63

Agency Directory

EligibilityEdit

Must be a holder of a valid Professional Driver's License

FeesEdit

VALID PDL TO NPDL:

  • Application Fee: P 100.00
  • Replacement Fee: P 225.00
  • Renewal Fee: -
  • Change Classification: P 100.00
TOTAL: P 425.00

FOR EXPIRED PDL TO NPDL:

  • Application Fee: P 100.00
  • Replacement Fee: -
  • Renewal Fee: P 585.00
  • Change Classification: P 100.00
TOTAL: P 785.00 + penalty

Notes:

  1. If due for renewal, license fee = P 585.00
  2. Computation of penalty:
    • If expired 1 day to 1 year = P 75.00
    • 1 year and 1 day to 2 years = P 150.00
    • 2 years and 1 day to 10 years = P 225.00
  3. Additional Restriction Code (ARC) = P 100.00

ValidityEdit

  • With the recent passing of Republic Act (RA) No. 10930 validity of driver's licenses were extended from three years to five 5 years. LTO also now follows a "demerit points" system. Under this system, if you are a driver with a spotless record (no violation), then you can enjoy a longer license validity starting October 2021. That means when you renew, your new license can have a validity of 10 years. To know more about the demerit points system click this - LINK

Documents to UseEdit

Application for Driver's License Form

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InstructionsEdit

  • You can apply to change your driver's license classification from professional to non-professional at any Licensing Center/ LTO District office that process driving license transactions.

Required InformationEdit

  • Full Name
  • Present Address
  • Nationality
  • Gender
  • Birth Date
  • Height
  • Weight
  • Blood Type
  • Telephone / Cell phone Number
  • Tax Identification Number (TIN)
  • Birth Place
  • Father and Mothers Name
  • Spouse Name
  • Employers Business Name and Telephone Number
  • Employers Business Address


Need for the DocumentEdit

  • You need to apply for a change in driver's license classification from professional to non-professional if you think you are no longer physically fit to drive heavier types of vehicle.

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Other uses of the Document/CertificateEdit

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External LinksEdit

Land Transportation Office (LTO)

OthersEdit

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