Title
Foreign License Conversion to PH Driver's License
Law
Lto Memorandum
Decision Date
Nov 28, 1996
Foreigners seeking to convert their foreign driver's licenses or student permits to a Philippine driver's license must provide additional documentation, including a certified photocopy of their passport or Alien Certificate of Registration, to streamline the application process.

Q&A (LTO MEMORANDUM)

The applicant must submit a photocopy of their passport showing their arrival in the Philippines, duly certified by the Head/CTRO that the original passport was shown and/or presented.

They must submit a photocopy of their Alien Certificate of Registration (ACR) and/or passport showing arrival in the Philippines, duly certified by the Head/CTRO that the original was presented.

The Head or Chief Transportation Regulation Officer (CTRO) is responsible for certifying that the original documents have been shown or presented.

It specifically requires a photocopy of the passport with certification by the Head/CTRO regarding the presentation of the original document; it does not explicitly mention submission of the original foreign license.

Yes, the photocopy of the passport showing arrival in the Philippines is required and must be duly certified by the Head/CTRO that the original was shown/presented, making it sufficient evidence.

The ACR serves as proof of a foreigner's legal residence or stay in the Philippines and must be presented alongside the passport to support the application for conversion of a Student Permit to a driver's license.

No, the memorandum does not mention any specific penalties for non-compliance.

The memorandum was signed by Brigadier General Manuel F. Bruan (ret.), Assistant Secretary.


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