Driver License List of restrictions and conditions in Philippines

Upon applying for a driver’s license, restriction codes are assigned depending on the type of motorized vehicle the applicant owns / intends to operate. For instance, only restriction codes 1, 2, and 4 are allowed for a non-professional driver’s license. You can look up how to apply for additional restriction codes here:

Non-professional license with additional restriction code/s

Professional driver’s license with additional restriction code/s

RESTRICTION CODES BASED ON GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT (GVW):

1 – Motorcycles/ Motorized Tricycles

2 – Vehicle up to 4500 KGS GVW

3 – Vehicle above 4500 KGS GVW

4 – Automatic clutch up to 4500 KGS GVW

5 – Automatic clutch above 4500 KGS GVW

6 – Articulated vehicle 1600 KGS GVW and below

7 – Articulated vehicle 1601 up to 4500 KGS GVW

8 – Articulated vehicle 4501 kgs and above GVW

CONDITIONS:

During the application process, the applicant will be assessed for certain conditions that would deem the driver capable of operating a vehicle safely. For example, the applicant will undergo an eye exam to determine if it would be necessary for the driver to wear glasses (condition A) while driving.

A – wear eyeglasses

B – drive only special equipment for upper limbs

C – drive only with special equipment for lower limbs

D – daylight driving only

E – accompanied by a person with normal hearing