LTO License Renewal 2026: Online CDE, Fees, Steps
Quick answer
Renewing an LTO driver's license costs PHP 652.63: a PHP 585 license fee plus a PHP 67.63 computer fee. Before paying, finish the free Comprehensive Driver's Education (CDE) course and exam in LTMS and get a medical certificate. Drivers with no traffic violations in the last 5 years get a license valid for 10 years under Republic Act 10930. If your license expired more than 2 years ago, expect to take the exams again.
What are the requirements?
- An LTMS account linked to your license.
- A passed CDE exam in LTMS.
- A medical certificate from an LTO-accredited clinic, sent to LTO electronically by the clinic.
- Your current or expired driver's license.
How much does it cost?
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| License fee | PHP 585 | Non-professional or professional renewal |
| Computer fee | PHP 67.63 | |
| Total paid to LTO | PHP 652.63 | Plus a penalty if the license has expired |
| CDE course and exam | PHP 0 (free) | Online in LTMS |
| Medical exam | Set by the clinic | Paid to a third party, not LTO |
How do you apply, step by step?
Online
1. Log in to LTMS
Locked out? Use our LTMS password reset guide.
2. Watch the CDE modules and take the 25-item exam
You need at least 13 correct answers.
3. Have your medical exam at an LTO-accredited clinic
4. Apply for renewal in LTMS and pay if the payment option appears
Our LTMS online renewal guide shows each screen.
Walk-in
1. Go to an LTO licensing center with your license
2. Pay the fees if you did not pay online
3. Have your photo and signature taken
4. Receive your renewed license card, or a temporary paper license if cards are out of stock
Where do you apply?
- Apply on the official website: https://portal.lto.gov.ph/
- Find LTO offices
What are the common problems and how do you fix them?
CDE exam not recorded
Log out and log in again. If it is still missing, ask the LTO office to check.
Expired for more than 2 years
You may need to pass the written and practical exams again.
Given 5 years instead of 10
You have a recorded violation in the last 5 years. Check your record in LTMS.
LTMS account problems
See our LTMS error fixes. Never share your login with fixers.
Frequently asked questions
How much is LTO license renewal in 2026?
PHP 652.63: PHP 585 license fee plus PHP 67.63 computer fee. A penalty is added if the license has expired.
Who gets a 10-year driver's license?
Drivers who had no violation of traffic laws during the last 5-year period, under Republic Act 10930.
What is the CDE?
The Comprehensive Driver's Education is a free refresher course in LTMS. You watch a presentation on road safety and traffic rules, then answer 25 questions.
Is anyone exempt from the CDE?
No. LTO requires it for every license renewal.
What if my license expired more than 2 years ago?
You can still get a license, but you may have to retake the written and practical exams.
Can I renew my license fully online?
You can do the CDE and apply in LTMS. Most drivers still go to an LTO office for the photo, signature and card.
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