MANILA — The Department of Transportation (DOTr) on Tuesday reminded motorists that they may present their electronic driver’s license (eDL) and settle penalties for traffic violations online.
Transportation Secretary Giovanni Lopez said an existing department order requires traffic enforcers to recognize an eDL as valid identification for operating a motor vehicle.
“For example, if you do not have your physical license card but you have an e-driver’s license, and you are cited for a violation, you simply need to show the eDL to the enforcer through the LTMS portal. That is allowed,” Lopez said in a press statement.
The e-driver’s license can be accessed through the Land Transportation Management System (LTMS) portal or via the eGovPH Super App, he added.
“The driver must have an account. That’s what you need to access and present to the enforcer. This is also one of the reasons why there is no longer a need to confiscate the physical license,” Lopez said.
The DOTr also reminded motorists that they can pay for violations indicated in a Temporary Operator’s Permit (TOP) online.
“The TOP will serve as the basis for the penalty or fine, and that is what you use for payment. And now, you can do that online. This is a way for the government to make public service more convenient,” Lopez added.