DRIVERS who do not violate traffic rules may be entitled to a license good for five years, instead of the current three years. But teenagers eager to start driving lessons may have to wait until they reach 17, instead of 16. These are among the proposed changes the Land Transportation Office (LTO) will introduce in simultaneous public consultations in four areas tomorrow. LTO 7 Director Arnel Tancinco said they need the people’s opinions on the “Reform Measures in the Issuance of Driver’s License.” In Cebu, the consultation will be held at 2 p.m. in the Sacred Heart Convention Center on D. Jakosalem St. Simultaneous consultations will take place in Cagayan de Oro, Pampanga and Quezon City. LTO: 2 more years for good drivers’ licenses | Sun.Star 1 which written driving test are they on about? 2 which practical driving test are they also talking about? Reckon it must be time for a big change in management and find someone who is older than 11 years old to run it!
Foreigners from certain countries (not sure which ones those are) with a valid drivers license from said country have always been exempt from taking the written or driving test. My gf had to take a written test but she didn't mention anything about a driving test. Most times I went into the LTO they had the classroom going in the back room. I think a 5 year license would be a great idea. At least you won't be waiting for the plastic to be in stock or the machine to be fixed in Manila for about a quarter of the time the license if valid for.
Quite correct, When I Changed mine I was told Any Country that had their own test was exempt. They do have a list of such Having said that, you would be surprised at the amount of Countries that do not have written or Physical Driving tests. Jack
