Change of Classification from Non-Professional to Professional is usually requested if an individual needs to have the authority to drive heavier types of vehicles for employment, personal, or business purposes. On the other hand, a Change of Classification from Professional to Non-Professional has usually been requested if an individual is not physically fit or doesn’t need the authority to drive heavier vehicles anymore. You can submit an Application for a Change of Classification at any LTO Licensing Center or District Office that processes Driver’s License transactions. Requirements a. From Non-Professional to Professional Driver’s License (and vice versa): *Fully accomplished Application for Permits and Licenses (APL) Form *Electronically submitted Medical examination certificates from LTO-accredited clinic (original copy and one photocopy) *Original valid or expired Driver’s License Additional Requirements for Non-Professional Driver’s License to Professional Driver’s License only: *For Non-Professional Driver’s License (NPDL) holders with DL Codes A and A1: The NPDL must be at least six months old since its issuance. *For NPDL holders with DL Codes B, B1, and B2: The NPDL must be at least one year old since its issuance *Automated Theoretical Exam *For Expired NPDL only: Practical Driving test *Tax Identification Number (TIN) Note: If you plan to add DL codes alongside your Change of Classification Transaction, you need a Practical Driving Course (PDC) Certificate to proceed with the transaction. Fees a. For VALID Non-Professional to Professional and Professional to Non-Professional: *Application Fee - ₱100 *Computer Fee - ₱67.63 *Replacement Fee - ₱225 *Additional Computer Fee - ₱67.63 *Change Classification Fee - ₱100 b. For EXPIRED Non-Professional to Professional (with the written and practical driving exam) and Professional to Non-Professional (with practical driving exam only): *Application Fee -₱100 *Computer Fee - ₱67.63 *Renewal Fee - ₱585 *Additional Computer Fee - ₱67.63 *Change Classification Fee - ₱100 *Penalty Fee for one (1) day to one (1) year expired - ₱75 *Penalty Fee for more than one (1) year to two (2) years expired - ₱150 *Penalty Fee for more than two (2) years expired (re-exam) - ₱225 For Delinquent License (Pro to Non-Pro & Non-Pro to Pro; with the written and practical driving exam): *Application Fee - ₱100 *Computer Fee - ₱67.63 *Renewal Fee - ₱585 *Additional Computer Fee - ₱67.63 *Change Classification Fee - ₱100 *Penalty Fee for more than two (2) years expired (re-exam) - ₱225 Step-by-step Guide From Non-Professional to Professional Driver’s License (and vice versa): Step 1: Submit all the required documents for the Change of Classification Application to the receiving personnel at the LTO Office. Step 2: The receiving personnel will check the documents for completeness and hand them to the evaluator. The evaluator will then review the qualifications of the applicant. If you’re qualified, your application will be encoded in the system. Step 3: Wait for your name to be called for the photo and signature taking at the designated area. Step 4: Head to the cashier and pay all the necessary fees when your name gets called. Step 5: Take the appropriate Basic Driving Theory Test. After the examination, you’ll be informed immediately of the results. Step 6: If you have passed the written examinations, you must take the Practical Driving Test next. Otherwise, your transaction ends, and you can reapply for a Change of Classification only after a month. Step 7: After passing both the written examinations and the practical driving test, your application will be approved by the Approving Officer. Step 8: After the approval, you’ll be issued the new Driver’s License with the Official Receipt. You must write your name and affix your signature to the Release Form.