Save Time and Prevent Corruption: Renew Licences Online, Says LTO

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In a bid to streamline the tedious process of driver’s licence renewal, the Land Transportation Office (LTO) chief, Assistant Secretary Vigor D. Mendoza II, is urging citizens to take advantage of the online renewal system. By shifting to the digital platform, Mendoza asserts that drivers can save both time and money, avoiding the hassle of visiting LTO offices in person.

Mendoza highlighted, "With this digital platform, especially for our busy workers, significant time, energy, and hard-earned money can be saved. They no longer have to physically visit LTO offices for this service."

This online initiative is not just a matter of convenience; it also aims to curtail corruption. "We are reducing human intervention, which means this is an effective anti-fixer and anti-corruption platform," Mendoza added.

The notion of digital transformation in government services was bolstered by President Marcos during his State of the Nation Address, where he emphasised the importance of modernising public services. The online driver’s licence renewal process is accessible via the eGov app, making it a convenient option for tech-savvy motorists.

To ensure wide adoption, Mendoza has instructed all Regional Directors to ramp up campaigns across traditional and social media. The goal is to inform the public and encourage them to switch to the online method.

Importantly, the online renewal service caters to Filipinos abroad as well. It has already been successfully introduced in Taiwan and Osaka, Japan, reaching thousands of Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs). Mendoza plans further launches in the Middle East, Europe, and North America to accommodate the global Filipino community.

“Your LTO is committed to delivering fast and comfortable services for all clients. From driver’s licences to vehicle registration, we continually seek ways to enhance transaction efficiency,” Mendoza stated.

This progression towards digital services is part of a broader initiative by the LTO to simplify and modernise processes, ensuring that the public has easier access to essential services. As the system grows, it promises to alleviate the burdens of bureaucracy while fostering a more transparent and efficient public service sector.

Whether at home or abroad, the online renewal process is positioned to revolutionise how Filipinos manage their transport-related documentation, providing a model for future public administration enhancements.

  Adapted by ASEAN Now from Manila Bulletin 2025-07-31