can i use a international (foreign) drivers license and thai idcard/passport to get a thai drivers license without having to redo the driving and theory tests?
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Applying For 1 & 5 Year Thai Driving Licences
Started by astral, 2005-02-16 09:18
#602
Senior Member Posted 2010-06-21 07:00:20
Hey team,
I need to renew my 5-year drivers license tomorrow. I can not recall which stop on the skytrain route to get off at. The DMV near Ari station on the way to Mo Chit...anybody know which station that is...? Thanks! #603
Senior Member Posted 2010-06-30 15:49:50
I finally managed to get up to Mo Chit today and sort out my license.
Embassy Letter (RIP OFF 2315baht!) Passport Old Licenses Medical Certificate (obtained from the corner of Pohonyothin Soi 18. It's just a little further down from the entrance to the MOT. I was asked for 100baht to which i replied "that's expensive, it was only 60 baht for my last one" (the old bag then asked me why all Farangs are stingy and took my 60 baht))I asked her - if it's 60 baht, why are you trying to charge me 100baht - no reply. My license expired over 2 years ago. So i had to do the computer test, twice (once for motorbike, once for car) one after the other, which seems a little bizarre. Some of the questions are unfathomable and i had to ask for assistance to translate them back into Thai so that i could understand them. 1st test i got 5 wrong answers and the second test i got 6 wrong answers... Hows that for progress! lol ... But all ok and i passed. Back down to the 2nd floor and all done - 1070 baht later i had 2 new shiny 5 year licenses. The woman outside the computer test room on the 3rd floor is a bit of an old battle axe, but everyone else was really nice. #604
Senior Member Posted 2010-07-09 01:41:42
This is what printed information I got from the Phuket Provincial Land Office and Phuket Immgration Office today, scanned by Hewlet Packard optical charter recognition. It only got a few things wrong, which I corrected. Mostly... You need a set of copies for each license, car and motorbike. If you don't have the motorbike license in your home country, you have to take the test. I'll post about my experience when I get around to doing it. I'm busy with my one year extension visa at the the moment! BEFORE 9.30 A. M THAI DRIVER LICENSE 1. PASSPORT WITH NON-IMMIGRANT VISA AND TOURIST VISA (ORIGINAL) BEFORE YOUR VISA EXPIRES and PHOTO Copy 2. PRESENT RESIDENT ADDRESS CERTIFY FROM EMBASSY OR WORK PERMIT OR IMMIGRATION OFFICE (ORIGINAL) and PHOTO Copy 3. DOCTOR REPORT OR DOCTOR TREATMENT ( NOT OVER 1 MONTH) 4. INTERNATIONAL DRIVING LICENSE ORIGINAL and PHOTO Copy OR DRIVER LICENSE TRANSLATED IN ENGLISH FROM YOUR EMBASSY (CONVENTION OR INTERNATIONAL ROAD TRAFFIC OF 19 SEPTEMBER 1968 , 1949 ) See item #2 above. This is from the Phuket Immigration office as of today: Certificate of Residence To purchase a motor vehicle, motorbike, apply for Thai Driving License etc you will need a Certificate of Residence here at the Phuket Town Immigration Check Point. To obtain the Certificate you will need to show the following. 1. Copy of your Passport (photo Page).A copy of the Visa in your Passport. A copy of your Departure Card TM6 2. Copy of Lease or Rental Agreement 3. Copy of Landlord or House Owners ID Card. OR 1. Copy of your Passport (photo Page),A copy of the Visa in your Passport. A copy of your Departure Card TM6 2. Copy of Blue Book. 3. Copy of Landlease with a copy of Land Owners 10 Card -or- copy of Land Lease and Company Stamp. NOTIFICATION FORM FOR HOUSE·MASTER OWNER OR THE POSSESSOR OF THE RESIDENCE WHERE ALIEN HAS STAYED. Remember also for get the 5yrs license you need a Non-Immigrant Visa . . . . . #605
Advanced Member Posted 2010-07-21 12:41:09
Question about info provided by Jimi007 on 11 June at 00h21 and repeated by Mega69 on 9 July at 01h41
QUOTE PRESENT RESIDENT ADDRESS CERTIFY FROM EMBASSY or WORK PERMIT or IMMIGRATION OFFICE (ORIGINAL) and PHOTO Copy UNQUOTE May I assume that for me, holder of Extension one year (of Non Imm O) the Immigration Office in my neighbourhood can supply certificate of residence? Indeed an Embassy can only accept a declaration of residence in Thailand by one of its citizens but has no way to find out if he or she is truly staying at the address provided : only Thai Immigration Authorities can verify this if they want. #606
Platinum Member Posted 2010-07-28 13:33:30
Got my first 5 year Thai licences at Chiang Mai today. Existing 1 year Thai temporary licence expired yesterday
What I didn't need Didn't need to watch any video Didn't need to do colour blindness test Didn't need to do reaction test What I did need Certificate of reidence + 1 photocopy (500bht from Chiang Mai Immigration office + 1bht) Medical certificate + 1 photocopy (100bht from hospital near driving licence office + 1bht) Passport, arrival card page, extension of stay page, information page 2 photocopies of each (6bht) Arrived at 10:00, paid 1060bht, left 10:29 with separate car and motorcycle licences, valid for 5 years and 6 months (my next birthday after 5 years) So why did everyone tell me I needed all day and had to watch videos?????? I went on my own Most of the desk staff spoke English, I didn't have to speak any Thai. Edited by sarahsbloke, 2010-07-28 13:37:43. #607
F.I.o.R. Posted 2010-07-28 16:15:00
So why did everyone tell me I needed all day and had to watch videos??????
I suppose it's because in some provinces you do have to ! I got a 5 year license three years ago, produced my UK license, passport, address where staying and stamped on this pedal when a red light appeared, paid 300 baht for the car license and 150 for the bike license, as time goes on times change I guess! Edited by Kwasaki, 2010-07-28 16:16:37. #608
Platinum Member Posted 2010-07-28 16:35:55
So why did everyone tell me I needed all day and had to watch videos?????? I suppose it's because in some provinces you do have to ! I got a 5 year license three years ago, produced my UK license, passport, address where staying and stamped on this pedal when a red light appeared, paid 300 baht for the car license and 150 for the bike license, as time goes on times change I guess! I had to do that last year for my Temporary 1 year licences (still no video) ..... not this year for the 5 year ones though, and a chappie in CM told me the story about 'all day' just yesterday evening. Edited by sarahsbloke, 2010-07-28 16:37:03. #609
F.I.o.R. Posted 2010-07-30 18:00:35
So why did everyone tell me I needed all day and had to watch videos?????? I suppose it's because in some provinces you do have to ! I got a 5 year license three years ago, produced my UK license, passport, address where staying and stamped on this pedal when a red light appeared, paid 300 baht for the car license and 150 for the bike license, as time goes on times change I guess! I had to do that last year for my Temporary 1 year licences (still no video) ..... not this year for the 5 year ones though, and a chappie in CM told me the story about 'all day' just yesterday evening. Like I said it's where you live but things can change overnight like immigration requirements. The video in my province is now showed on application of first licences for 1year if you have to do a writen test and a practical test. You do not have to if you have a full licence from your country of origin. I was told when I go for my 5 year license renewal they give me one for life but I'll take that with a pinch of salt for now. Edited by Kwasaki, 2010-07-30 18:03:33. #610
board stiff member Posted 2010-08-04 10:42:04
What I did need Certificate of reidence + 1 photocopy (500bht from Chiang Mai Immigration office + 1bht) http://www.thaivisa....ost__p__3792962 Got mine free from Nonthaburi Immi but had to go twice so over 500 in taxis. #611
F.I.o.R. Posted 2010-08-05 21:20:15
What I did need Certificate of reidence + 1 photocopy (500bht from Chiang Mai Immigration office + 1bht) http://www.thaivisa....ost__p__3792962 Got mine free from Nonthaburi Immi but had to go twice so over 500 in taxis. " Mahtin " I think your pulling everyones leg. Edited by Kwasaki, 2010-08-05 21:21:46. #612
Member Posted 2010-08-07 21:30:51
My experience at the Chatuchak (Mo Chit) main office last month (July '10), for a new 1 year license (ie not a renewal)
Arrived 9.30am on a Thursday I had: My passport with one year non-immigrant visa Work permit (I then got copies of these at a photocopier counter set up in registration office); Medical report No address confirmation required as I had a work permit Current Australian Driving license (accepted with no questions asked) First registration, after that reaction test, colour test, peripheral vision test, all of which could be taken again once more on the day if failed the first time (but I didn't see anyone fail any test) Two hours all in all and painless. I had thought I might have an issue living in Sukhumvit and not using the Sukhumvit office, but there was no problem. I decided to use Chatuchak because I heard that they were friendly and helpful, which was very true. #613
Senior Member Posted 2010-08-12 02:10:58
I was told when I go for my 5 year license renewal they give me one for life but I'll take that with a pinch of salt for now. Licences for life were only ever available for Thais, and then only for a brief period - they are not available anywhere, anymore, for anyone! .......and those Thais who have them had better not lose them, as they will only be replaced with a 5 year licence. #614
Super Member Posted 2010-08-15 07:13:20
I have a friend coming over from the UK to retire. He has a UK driving license, but it is unclear from what I read here if he needs and International license - could someone please confirm if the UK license is enough.
Thanks very much for your help #615
Senior Member Posted 2010-08-15 08:23:51
Yes an International Drivers Permit, accompanied with his British licence are required by law, but often in Thailand you will only be asked to produce a British driving licence to the police or too hire a car etc, but find yourself in an accident and the insurance company can wriggle out of a claim, if you haven't got your IDP.
Edited by Monkeypants, 2010-08-15 08:24:54. #616
Super Member Posted 2010-08-15 09:19:56
Yes an International Drivers Permit, accompanied with his British licence are required by law, but often in Thailand you will only be asked to produce a British driving licence to the police or too hire a car etc, but find yourself in an accident and the insurance company can wriggle out of a claim, if you haven't got your IDP. When I got my Thai driving license 6 years ago, I just used my UK License, but I think the rules have changed since then... certainly this forum seems so refer to the International Driving permit in a lot of posts. Thanks for the help... #617
Member Posted 2010-08-17 05:45:44
Yes an International Drivers Permit, accompanied with his British licence are required by law, but often in Thailand you will only be asked to produce a British driving licence to the police or too hire a car etc, but find yourself in an accident and the insurance company can wriggle out of a claim, if you haven't got your IDP. When I got my Thai driving license 6 years ago, I just used my UK License, but I think the rules have changed since then... certainly this forum seems so refer to the International Driving permit in a lot of posts. Thanks for the help... Your UK license ensures you will not need to watch the videos or take the tests. As long as the license is current. IDP is irrelevant and can be ignored. #618
Super Member Posted 2010-08-17 12:23:32
Thanks a lot BaDboD - I will pass that info onto them.
Edited by dsfbrit, 2010-08-17 12:25:39. #619
Titanium Member Posted 2010-08-17 14:01:38
International Driving Permits are NOT a license. They are only good as a back up for your home countries license that with booth would allow you to drive in other recognized countries.
#620
Super Member Posted 2010-08-18 12:00:27
GotLost - thanks for the feedback - fair enough - he has decided to get an International Driving Permit as well anyway, that way he can hire a car before he converts his UK Driving License to a Thai license. He wanted to do that to be 'safe'... cover all events...
He (well his wife actually) has lots and lots of question - this has been one of the easier questions to help him with. Edited by dsfbrit, 2010-08-18 12:02:24. #622
board stiff member Posted 2010-09-05 14:43:14
What I did need Certificate of reidence + 1 photocopy (500bht from Chiang Mai Immigration office + 1bht) http://www.thaivisa....ost__p__3792962 Got mine free from Nonthaburi Immi but had to go twice so over 500 in taxis. " Mahtin " I think your pulling everyones leg. Not at all. The certificate of residence is supposed to be free. #623
board stiff member Posted 2010-09-05 15:20:42
I have been a bit farniente recently, but am going to visit Khon Kaen soon.
My cert. of res. has me living in Nonthaburi. Would that preclude my applying for a first driving license in KK? Anyone with relevant experience, know where to go? Or would JJ be a better bet? TIA #624
Member Posted 2010-09-19 05:21:41
I have been a bit farniente recently, but am going to visit Khon Kaen soon. My cert. of res. has me living in Nonthaburi. Would that preclude my applying for a first driving license in KK? Anyone with relevant experience, know where to go? Or would JJ be a better bet? TIA Yep, you have to appl;y in the section where you live. Get the to Immi in KK and get a new paper for you residence and then progress! #625
Senior Member Posted 2010-09-22 13:36:56
Sorry, if this has been covered before, but as this thread started in 2005 - things may have changed.
My 1 year bike and car licences run out on 6th October 2010, but I will be out of the country until mid November - i have seen that you cannot apply for the 5 year license until after the 1 year has expired. Is there any time limit for the time to apply after the 1 years have expired? Thanks for your help in advance. |
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