Use and Objective of Vanity License Plates
- Vanity plates available for personalization and prestige for vehicle owners.
- Especially applicable to vintage and high-end luxury vehicles.
- Concept based on similar systems in the U.S., Europe, and Asia.
Definitions
- Vanity License Plate (VLP): Optional plates with preferred inscriptions.
- MV: Motor vehicle as per RA 4136.
- LTO License Plate (LLP): Standard plates per BP 43 & 74.
- Commemorative License Plate (CLP): Special plates issued for limited periods commemorating events.
- Existing MV: Currently registered vehicles.
- New MV: Newly assembled or imported unregistered vehicles.
- Motor Vehicle Plate Title: Ownership title issued with VLP.
- VLP Validation Sticker (VLPS): Security sticker inside the windshield.
- Computerized Issuance Verification System (CIVS): Online system listing available and issued plate combinations.
- VLP On-line Auction System (VOAS): Internet system for auctioning limited edition plates compliant with RA 8792.
Program Coverage
- Eligible Vehicles: Cars, SUVs, vintage/collector's cars, AUVs, sports pickups in four-wheel category.
- Applies to both existing and new vehicles in these classes.
- Subject to required procedures and documentation.
Exclusions
- Public Utility Vehicles, cargo trucks, service vehicles (e.g., limousines, ambulances), government vehicles, diplomatic/OEV plates excluded.
- Vehicles with more than four wheels also excluded.
Execution Strategy
- Applications accepted at authorized LTO offices nationwide and main office.
- Single vanity plate issued and installed at rear plate slot alongside regular plate.
- Plates issued for life unless revoked for violations.
- Vanity plates non-transferable to unauthorized vehicles; illegal transfer penalized.
- Owner may transfer vanity plate to another registered vehicle following rules and fees.
- Lost or damaged plates replaceable upon payment of reissue fee.
- Commemorative plates phased out; existing ones allowed to expire without extension.
- Alphanumeric combinations subject to study by Special Committee and reported in catalog.
- Fee structure to be established after public hearings.
- Computerized verification system enables updated availability and issuance tracking.
- Vanity plates used in conjunction with regular plates for all official vehicle identification.
Implementation Categories and Requirements
- Three categories: Limited Edition, Premium, Select.
- Prerequisites: Valid OR/CR, completed application form, required fees.
- Each category has distinct full-color graphic backgrounds influencing pricing.
- Motor Vehicle Plate Title issued with VLP as certificate of ownership.
- VLP validation stickers link vanity plate to regular plate for security and official use; renewal fees apply annually.
- Applicants refer to VLP Catalog or computerized system for available character combinations.
Issuance Rules by Category
- Limited Edition: Public auction (manual or electronic), predetermined combinations, only all numeric or all alpha (no alphanumeric), 4-6 characters.
- Premium: Fixed price, six characters with 3 alpha and 3 numeric, alpha A-Z, numeric 001-999.
- Select: Fixed price, 3-6 alphanumeric or alpha combinations like names or slogans, non-conflicting with limited or premium categories.
Restrictions and Considerations
- No duplication with regular plate formats (e.g., AAA-999) or reserved government plates.
- Character combos must be unique and not offensive or discriminatory.
- One vanity plate per vehicle only.
- Fees collected for annual renewal, transfers, and inheritance.
- Violations subject to penalties under LTO regulations.
Specifications of Vanity Plates
- Single full-color graphic plate with security features.
- Pair of matching validation stickers with security markers and vehicle data.
- Use of special font adopted from the European Union to differentiate from regular plates.
- Size equal to standard LTO plates with updated design.
Installation Requirements
- Vanity plate installed on rear license plate spot.
- VLP stickers installed inside vehicle windshield: one near rear-view mirror, one upper right rear windshield.
- Stickers are permanent and tamper-resistant.
- Installation guidelines provided with plates.
Public Awareness
- Accompanying programs planned to disseminate information and promote compliance.
Penal Provisions
- Unauthorized transfer, tampering, improper installation, and illegal applications subject to fines and penalties under existing LTO orders.
- Fake or bogus plates subject to falsification laws and LTO sanctions.
Financial and Administrative Procedures
- Sale/reservations via authorized LTO offices and online.
- Limited Edition plates auction floor price Php 50,000; total supply is 105 plates.
- Premium plates priced at Php 15,000.
- Select plates priced at Php 10,000.
- LTO to submit annual income and expenditure reports to DOF and DBM.
- Proceeds treated as revolving fund to cover operational expenses.
- Excess proceeds to be turned over to National Treasury as general funds.
- Compliance with standard government accounting and auditing rules required.
Implementation and Oversight
- LTO authorized to develop systems, conduct public bidding, and implement rules enforcing PMO No. 65.
Effectivity
- IRR effective fifteen days after publication in two newspapers and filing with UP Law Center.