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Can a DTV holder buy and register a vehicle in Thailand?

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Is a DTV holder allowed to buy and register a vehicle on his name, please? Thank you all

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Yes, a DTV holder can buy and register a vehicle in Thailand. It has been confirmed through various comments that anyone can own and register a car in Thailand, regardless of their visa status. Additionally, it is advisable to bring a lease agreement and request a residency certificate from immigration for the registration process.

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Yes you can buy a condo also

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Copper*******

Copper*******

Anyone can purchase a vehicle, visa or no visa

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Blair *********

Blair *********

Yes

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Mischa *******

Mischa *******

Yes

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Terry ********

Terry ********

Yes

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Marcus ******

Marcus ******

Yep just did, bring your lease and request residency cert from immigration

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Knowledgeabl************

Knowledgeabl************

Any one can own and register a car in Thailand , regardless of visa

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