In a bid to offer better and more efficient public service, the Land Transportation Office (LTO) has made dropping the Driver’s License (DL) codes and updating the conditions on your driver’s license available online, through the Land Transportation Management System (LTMS) portal. This means that license holders can now conveniently modify their authorization to drive specific vehicles and indicate any special considerations affecting their ability to drive safely, all through an easy-to-use online platform—the Land Transportation Management System (LTMS) Portal.
Dropping the DL codes and updating the driving conditions online via the LTMS portal simplifies the process for license holders by eliminating the need for physical visits to licensing offices. This saves time and effort, providing a more convenient way to make necessary updates while ensuring legal compliance and promoting road safety, without requiring them to visit the LTO licensing offices in person.
Understanding DL and Condition Codes
DL codes, or Driver’s License codes, indicate the types of vehicles a license holder is authorized to drive. These codes categorize vehicles into various categories, such as motorcycles, cars, trucks, and buses. On the other hand, condition codes identify any special considerations or conditions that may affect a driver’s ability to operate a vehicle safely. These codes help ensure that drivers with specific needs or conditions can drive safely and receive appropriate assistance or accommodations, while also restricting driving privileges when necessary to maintain safety. Simply put, DL codes specify vehicle authorization, while condition codes address any special considerations affecting driving ability.
Updating DL and Condition Codes Online
Updating DL codes and driving conditions is necessary to ensure that license holders are legally authorized to operate specific types of vehicles and to drive safely considering any special needs or health conditions. By keeping this information up to date, license holders can avoid fines or penalties for driving vehicles they’re not authorized to operate and help maintain road safety for themselves and others. Additionally, updating driving conditions ensures that drivers receive appropriate assistance or accommodations, promoting inclusivity and equal access to driving privileges.
Dropping DL codes and updating condition codes on your license has become more convenient, now that the service is being offered online via the LTMS portal, allowing license holders to make necessary updates from anywhere with an internet connection. Not only that, the online process of doing so was also made simpler, reducing the likelihood of errors and providing real-time updates on the status of applications.
Qualifications
Sure, anyone can transact with the LTO. So, if you find yourself in need to drop DL codes and/or update the condition codes on your license for safety and compliance, you may do so via the LTMS Portal. Just make sure that you are a Philippine Driver’s License holder and that you have the supporting documents to support the request.
Documentary Requirements
To drop a DL code and/or update the condition codes on your license card online via the LTMS Portal, you will need to present the following:
- Original Driver’s License
- Notarized affidavit or written request
- If applicable, electronically transmitted medical certificate from LTO accredited medical clinic. Submission of one (1) photocopy and presentation of original medical certificate
Procedures
To drop a DL code or update the condition codes on your driver’s license to reflect your current self’s driving conditions and capabilities, then here are the steps that you can follow if you wish to do so online:
Step 1. Ensure stable internet connection and a compatible web browser.
Step 2. Visit the official LTMS website and log in with your account info.
Step 3. Click on “Licensing” and accept the Terms of Use.
Step 4. Choose your license type, then, select “Dropping DL Code/s and/or Updating Driving Conditions” and proceed.
Step 5. Enter your driver’s license number and expiry date.
Step 6. Fill out forms and upload required documents.
Step 7. Choose LTO branch and appointment time.
Step 8. Double-check the information and submit.
Step 9. Choose a payment method and pay the necessary fees.
Step 10. Attend your appointment at the selected LTO branch.
Step 11. Submit the proof of payment or official receipt along with the required documents at the Client Service Officer (CSO) window.
Step 12. Get a queue number and wait for your turn at the cashier window..
Step 13. Have your photo and biometrics taken.
Step 14. Pay for the updated license card and wait for the official receipt.
Step 15. Collect the updated license from the CSO window and sign the log sheet to confirm receipt.
Fees
If you are dropping a DL code or you wish to update the condition codes on your license card, you must be ready to pay the following fees:
- P 785.00 if license card is due for renewal
- P 425.00 if license card is not due for renewal
Note: The associated fees for the procedure may vary if there are other transactions requested at the same time like LTO revision of records or LTO change of classification.
Processing Time
The process of dropping DL codes and updating condition codes on your license online usually takes around one hour and twenty minutes, provided that the complete requirements are submitted and no other transactions are processed.
Video: How to Drop DL Code/s and/or Update the Condition Codes on your LTO License Card
For a visual walkthrough on how to drop DL code/s and/or update the condition codes on your LTO License Card, you may refer to this video tutorial by Born Martinez on YouTube:
Summary
Dropping the DL codes and updating the condition codes on your license card using the LTMS portal is a straightforward and hassle-free procedure that is made available by the LTO to make the process safe, easy, and more accessible for the transacting public. If the goal to drop a DL code or to update a condition code on the license card is the only thing you wish to do and you have all the necessary requirements and information available with you, then you can easily make the change online without hassle, ensuring a smooth driving experience while avoiding potential violations, fines, and penalties.