The Land Transportation Office (LTO) has extended the validity of all motor vehicle registrations and driver’s licenses set to expire on September 30, 2025. The extension, announced by LTO Chief Assistant Secretary Vigor D. Mendoza II, moves the deadline to October 3, 2025, with penalties for late renewals waived.
The decision follows President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s directive to provide assistance to those affected by recent weather disturbances. Acting Department of Transportation (DOTr) Secretary Giovanni Z. Lopez also supported the move. Mendoza confirmed that a memorandum has been issued to regional and district offices to implement the extension.
As per the memorandum, Mendoza stated that all registrations and licenses expiring on September 30, 2025, will remain valid until October 3, 2025. During this period, Mendoza made it clear that no penalties will be issued to motorists who fail to renew by the original deadline. Likewise, the order extends the 15-day period for settling traffic apprehension cases, initially set for September 26, meaning drivers have until October 3, 2025, to clear their traffic violations.
According to the LTO, the decision was partly made as a result of the suspension of government work in Metro Manila and other areas as a precaution against the impact of multiple cyclones and heavy rains. Among these were the onslaught of Typhoon Opong and tropical cyclones Mirasol and Nando, which have affected many areas, including the Bicol Region, the Visayas, and parts of southern Luzon. Adding to the matter was the southwest monsoon or “Habagat,” which brought persistent rainfall, leading to widespread disruption.
Mendoza concluded that the deadline extension, as well as the waiving of penalties until October 3, 2025, is LTO’s way of easing the burden of motorists who were unable to process their renewals due to circumstances beyond their control. LTO urges motorists to take advantage of the deadline extension and complete their renewals to avoid complications once the new deadline lapses.
