- CTPL is a basic, mandatory insurance required by the Land Transportation Office (LTO) in the Philippines when you renew your vehicle registration.
✅ Key Features of CTPL Insurance:
- Required by Law:
Every motor vehicle owner must have CTPL to register or renew their vehicle at the LTO.
- Coverage Limit:
It covers up to ₱200,000 in liability only for third-party injuries or death (e.g., if you hit a pedestrian or injure someone outside your vehicle).
- Covers "Third Party" Only:
- The term “third party” refers to someone who is not you (the driver), not the vehicle owner, and not a passenger in your vehicle.
- It does not cover you, your passengers, or your own vehicle’s damages.
- No Vehicle Damage Coverage:
It does not pay for:
*Repairs to your own car
*Theft or loss
*Acts of nature
🔸 How is it Different from Comprehensive Insurance?
- CTPL (Compulsory Third-Party Liability) insurance is required by the LTO and provides basic coverage for third-party injury or death, with a maximum limit of ₱200,000. It does not cover damages to your own vehicle or other incidents like theft or fire. In contrast, comprehensive insurance is optional but highly recommended, as it offers broader protection including damage to your own car, theft, fire, and more, with coverage amounts based on the policy and often reaching millions. CTPL is significantly cheaper, usually costing around ₱600–₱1,200 per year, while comprehensive insurance costs more depending on the vehicle's value and the extent of coverage.
