LTO issues show-cause orders to 12 driving schools in Metro Manila
The Land Transportation Office has summoned 12 driving schools and their instructors over alleged irregularities in issuing practical driving course certificates of completion.
In its preliminary probe, the agency found that the schools reportedly issued the certificates to students who did not complete the mandatory eight hours of practical driving instruction. According to the LTO, this constitutes violations of LTO Memorandum Circular No. VDM-2023-2460, fraud, misrepresentation, irregular use of accreditation, and non-compliance with established regulations.
The driving schools and instructors have been ordered to submit written explanations and supporting documents. They have also been placed under preventive suspension for up to 30 days.
"Failure to comply shall be deemed a waiver of their right to be heard, and the committee shall proceed with the case based on the available records," the LTO said in its statement.
This means they cannot conduct any driver education activities and may not access or use the Land Transportation Management System for the processing and issuance of certificates until a decision is issued.
In June 2025, the LTO issued show-cause orders to 205 driving schools for allegedly tampering with the agency's computer systems and improperly issuing certificates of completion.
To get a driver's license in the Philippines, you must complete a technical driving course and a practical driving course as well as pass a written/computerized exam and a practical exam.