

This new system adds sub-levels to some of the restrictions. Recently leaked photos of the new prototype driver’s license reportedly shows LTO having new driver’s license codes (DL Codes) to replace existing restrictions. Edgar Galvante, re: “Operation of Motor Vehicles under Restriction Codes 2, 3, 4 and 5,” holders of driver’s license with restriction codes 2 and 3 are allowed to operate/drive motor vehicle with Manual Transmission or Automatic Transmission while holders of driver’s license with restriction codes 4 and 5 can only operate/drive motor vehicles with Automatic Transmission (AT). The LTO is currently on track to revise the existing restriction codes on driver’s licenses. Condition E Should always be accompanied by a person without hearing impairmentįor those who require special equipment and special driving conditions, assessment shall be done by a LTO driver evaluator.Condition C Drive with special equipment for lower limbs*.Condition B Drive with special equipment for upper limbs*.He/she will be assigned a condition code(s) if they fall within a category. Sometimes, an applicant may have certain impairments that could impede his/her driving capability. It is important to note that Restrictions 1, 2, and 4 only apply to Non-Professional driver’s licenses.įor the differently abled: Condition Code


Restriction 3 Motor vehicle above 4500 kg GVW.Restriction 2* Motor vehicle up to 4500 kg GVW.Restriction 1* Motorbikes or motorized tricycles.GVW refers to the net weight of the vehicles plus the weight of the cargo, driver, passengers and any accessories. Restriction codes are based on the kind of vehicle and their Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW). Drivers must apply for each level before being granted the appropriate control. These are numbered from 1 to 8, and each code signifies the kind of vehicle you can drive. Drivers are assigned with restriction codes that designate which type of vehicle they can operate.
