Updated as of August 21, 2026
PUBLIC ADVISORY: EXTENSION OF VALIDITY DUE TO LTMS SYSTEM ISSUES
The Land Transportation Office (LTO) informs the public that, under Memorandum Circular No. MVL-2026-5271, the validity of motor vehicle registrations, driver’s/conductor’s licenses, student permits, and medical certificates due for renewal or expiration starting July 01, 2026, is extended nationwide until further notice due to ongoing LTMS issues.
No late fees or penalties will be imposed during the effectivity of the extension.
Please be guided accordingly.
PUBLIC ADVISORY: REPORT FIXERS AND ILLEGAL TRANSACTIONS
The Land Transportation Office – National Capital Region (LTO-NCR) encourages the public to report any individuals involved in fixing activities or offering to expedite LTO transactions in exchange for money at any LTO office, particularly within the Geographical Area of Responsibility (GAOR) of the National Capital Region (NCR).
To report such illegal activities, you may submit your complaint through the I-Report Mo Kay LTO Chief website at https://www.ireportmokayltochief.ph or send an email to 1300rdmpao@gmail.com.
Your cooperation is vital in helping us maintain a transparent, efficient, and corruption-free public service.
I. PUBLIC ADVISORY: LTO-NCR OFFICIAL WEBSITE AND SOCIAL MEDIA ACCOUNTS
Visit and check the official Website of LTO National Capital Region!
Link: https://www.ltoncr.com
1. Plate Inquiry
– Replacement Plate (Green to White Plate)
link: https://www.ltoncr.com/rplateinquiry
– New Motor Vehicle and Motorcycle Plates (Released to dealers)
link: https://www.ltoncr.com/newplateinquiry
– Backlog Motorcycle Plates
link: https://www.ltoncr.com/plateinquiryusingmvfile
2. DL Card Inquiry (For Unclaimed DL Cards)
– Request Form (To print)
link: https://www.ltoncr.com/dlcardrequest
– Online DL Card Inquiry
link: https://www.ltoncr.com/dlcardinquiry
3. Announcements (LTO NCR)
link: https://www.ltoncr.com/announcements/
4. LTO Online Citizen’s Charter
link: https://www.ltoncr.com/ltocitizenscharter
5. LTO NCR Certificate of Registration (CR) Inquiry
Link: https://www.ltoncr.com/crinquiry
6. LTO-NCR Messenger Channel
Link: https://www.messenger.com/channel/LTONCROFFICIAL
7. LTO-NCR YouTube
Link: https://www.youtube.com/@LTONCR-SocMed
8. LTO-NCR TikTok
Link: https://www.tiktok.com/@ltoncrofficial
II. PUBLIC ADVISORY: SCHEDULE OF MOTOR VEHICLE RENEWAL REGISTRATION
Did you know that you have to follow a schedule to renew your vehicle’s registration based on its license plate?
The last number identifies the month; meanwhile, the second to last number is for the week.
The schedule is made to avoid the influx of renewals.
Just be alert! You can also renew your registration 60 days before its expiry.
III. PUBLIC ADVISORY: LTO-NCR FIELD OFFICES AUTHORIZED TO OPERATE DURING SATURDAYS
We would like to inform the public that the following offices will be operational every Saturdays until further notice.
1. LTO Parañaque City Licensing Branch (PITX) – PITX 2nd Floor, 1 Kennedy Road, Tambo, Parañaque City
2. LTO Quezon City Licensing Center – LTO Main Compound, Brgy. Pinyahan, East Ave, Quezon City
3. LTO San Juan Licensing Center – 1 North Domingo St., Cor. F. Blumentritt, San Juan Plaza, San Juan City
4. LTO Valenzuela Licensing Extension Office – 2/F ARCA Plaza Building, Maysan Road. Valenzuela City
5. LTO Valenzuela District Office – ARCA Plaza Building, Maysan Road, Maysan, Valenzuela City
IV. PUBLIC ADVISORY: LTO ISSUES GUIDELINES FOR THE USE OF TEMPORARY CERTIFICATE OF REGISTRATION (CR) WHILE ADDRESSING SECURITY PAPER DELIVERY DELAYS
The Land Transportation Office (LTO) has announced the issuance of Memorandum Circular No. MVL-2026-4911, which outlines guidelines for the use of Temporary Certificates of Registration (CR) for Motor Vehicles (MV), Motorcycles (MC), and Trailers (TRL). This measure is in response to the limited supply of security paper for official CRs, caused by delivery delays from the National Printing Office (NPO). The LTO assures the public that it is actively working to resolve this issue as quickly as possible.
For complete information about the memorandum, please click the PDF image below to view the full document.
V. PUBLIC ADVISORY: LTO TRACKER (CENTRAL OFFICE) – OFFLINE AND NOT ACCESSIBLE
The Land Transportation Office – Central Office (LTO-CO) informs the public that the LTO Tracker (https://www.ltotracker.com) is currently unavailable.
For previous delivery requests made through the LTO Tracker Website, please coordinate your concerns with the official Facebook page of the LTO Central Office.
Official Facebook Page: Land Transportation Office – Philippines
For plate inquiries, the public may check the availability of their plates through the LTO-NCR Plate Inquiry.
LTO-NCR Website
I. Replacement Plate
https://www.ltoncr.com/rplateinquiry
II. New MV/MC Plate
https://www.ltoncr.com/newplateinquiry
III. Backlog Motorcycle Plates
https://www.ltoncr.com/plateinquiryusingmvfile
Note: This plate inquiry service is applicable only to motor vehicles and motorcycles whose initial registration and replacement plate transactions were processed under LTO-NCR offices.
For concerns related to the LTO-NCR website, please contact us through our official Facebook page:
LTO-NCR FB Page: LTO – National Capital Region
VI. PUBLIC ADVISORY: SALES REPORTING AND INITIAL REGISTRATION OF MOTOR VEHICLES
Question: How long does it usually take to receive the OR and CR for the initial registration of a brand-new vehicle?
Answer: Pursuant to the LTO Memorandum dated 06 January 2023, the processing time from the date of sale up to the release of plates is a total of seven (7) working days.
The activities and processes are shown in the table below, as indicated in the image attached to this post.
Note 1: If your Certificate of Registration (CR) is still unavailable after seven (7) working days despite complete requirements, you may file a formal complaint against your dealer by submitting a complaint letter, sales invoice, and a valid ID via email at 1300rdmpao@gmail.com.
Note 2: The email address 1300rdmpao@gmail.com is only for motor vehicles whose initial registration was applied or processed in LTO Offices under the GAOR of LTO–NCR. If your initial registration was processed in an LTO Office outside NCR, please coordinate directly with the concerned LTO Office. Thank you.
VII. PUBLIC ADVISORY: MOTORCYCLE BACKLOG PLATES, NOW AVAILABLE! (PALIT PLAKA PROGRAM)
You can now claim your license plates at the Regional Office or District/Extension Offices — hassle-free and absolutely FREE!
Who is eligible or required to get a new license plate?
All motorcycles with an MV (Motor Vehicle) File Number starting with “13” and “1801”:
1. That have already been assigned or issued a 7-character plate,
2. That have a 6-character green plate, and
3. Motorcycles that have not yet been issued an actual plate and are still using their MV File Number as a temporary plate, registered in 2017 or earlier.
Not sure if your dealer has received your plate?
You may inquire directly at your nearest LTO Regional Office, District/Extension Office, or visit our website and use the Plate Inquiry Tool:
I. For New Motor Vehicle / Motorcycle Plate Inquiry:
🔗 https://www.ltoncr.com/newplateinquiry
For new vehicle or motorcycle owners who want to check if their plates have been released to their dealer.
II. For Backlog Motorcycle Plates Inquiry:
🔗 https://www.ltoncr.com/plateinquiryusingmvfile
For motorcycles without a recorded plate number on their Certificate of Registration (CR) and included in the backlogs. Search using your MV File Number.
IMPORTANT REMINDER:
Only motorcycles with NCR MV File Numbers and updated registrations are eligible to be issued plate numbers from our office.
VIII. PUBLIC ADVISORY: TRANSFER OF OWNERSHIP
The LTO-NCR reminds the public, especially those purchasing second-hand cars or motorcycles, to transfer ownership immediately after purchase. This step is not only crucial for your protection but also ensures compliance with the law, promoting responsible vehicle ownership and road safety.
For more information about Transfer of Ownership, click the link below:
1. TRANSFER OF OWNERSHIP
Link: https://www.ltoncr.com/ltocc/motor-vehicle.php?search=mvmisctow
IX. PUBLIC ADVISORY: LTO OFFICIAL WEBSITES
It has come to our attention that fake websites are circulating on the internet, mimicking the official website of the Land Transportation Office (LTO). Please be advised that the following links:
https://ltoportal.net
https://ltoportal.ph
are not affiliated with the LTO. Beware of these links as they may be designed to steal personal information.
Here are the official websites of the Land Transportation Office:
LTO-Central Office: www.lto.gov.ph
LTO-NCR: www.ltoncr.com
LTO Portal: https://portal.lto.gov.ph/
Thank you
X. PUBLIC ADVISORY: AVOID PHISHING SCAMS
This is to inform the public to be vigilant when encoding our details to the internet.
Messages via SMS or E-mail are circulated and accompanied by a link, leading to a fake website requesting personal information (bank account details, passwords, ETC..).
Do not engage with suspicious messages. Delete and ignore the received message or coordinate with our legitimate digital media public assistance below:
FB Page: LTO NCR
Email: 1300rdmpao@gmail.com
Website: LTO NCR
XI. PUBLIC ADVISORY: LTO-NCR OFFICIAL VIBER COMMUNITY, VIBER HOTLINE AND CONTACT NUMBER
Queries, questions, or other concerns?
Stay updated on the latest news and announcements through the LTO-NCR Community Viber Group and official Viber number. Scan the QR code or click the link on this posting to be redirected to the official Viber group. You may also add the contact number to your Viber account for inquiries.
Link: https://www.ltoncr.com/ltoncrcommunityviber
Contact/Viber Number: 0936-853-3934
No Viber? No problem!
You can call us directly using the contact number of the official Viber account on your mobile phone (data charges may apply depending on your network provider).
Our lines are open from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
XII. PUBLIC ADVISORY: 2600 LTO SMS VERIFICATION
We would like to inform the Public that the 2600 LTO SMS Verification is no longer connected to the new LTO system (LTMS). The said SMS Verification is connected to the processes under “LTO IT System” only.
Our vehicle registration can be verified through our LTMS Portal.
XIII. PUBLIC ADVISORY: TRANSFER OF LTO SAN JUAN LICENSING CENTER
We would like to inform the public that the LTO San Juan Licensing Center, previously located at 108 N. Domingo St., Brgy. Pedro Cruz, San Juan City, has been transferred to the 2ND FLOOR of the LTO San Juan District Office, located at 1 N. Domingo St. corner Blumentritt St., San Juan City.
XIV. PUBLIC ADVISORY: TRANSFER OF LTO MANILA NORTH DISTRICT OFFICE AND LTO MANILA LICENSING CENTER
Please be informed that the LTO Manila North District Office and LTO Manila Licensing Center, previously located at 168 Fugoso St., Sta. Cruz, Manila, have been transferred to: 917 Tomas Mapua St., Sta. Cruz, Manila, and are now operational to serve the public.
