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Can DTV visa holders still renew five-year driver's licenses in Thailand?

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Are there still any regional transportation bureaus that renew five-year driver's licenses for DTV visa holders? I have 5years currently but need to renew it in a few months  it seems like chiang mai does not issue 5years for DTV holders.

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The ability for DTV visa holders to renew a five-year driver's license varies by region in Thailand. While some users report successful renewals in Chiang Mai and Phitsanulok, there are also mentions that not all regional transportation bureaus offer five-year renewals for DTV holders, often issuing only two-year licenses instead. It's essential to check specific local regulations and experiences, as they can differ significantly.

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Jo *******

Jo *******

I had no issue doing this in chiang mai about 4 months ago

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Chun ***********

Chun ***********

I’ve just renewed my 5-year driver’s license in Chiang Mai.

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Filip *******

Filip *******

DLT Phitsanulok gives 5 years for DTV visa holders. I just did mine from 2 (my first) to 5 years.

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Tom ******

Tom ******

Unless you have some kind of Non O visa they will only give you 2 years.

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Jo *******

Jo *******

wrong

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Tom ******

Tom ******

Last time I renewed my driving license as I was on a Visa Exempt the boss lady ( whom I've known for 15 years) told me I could only get 2 years because I didn't have a long term visa.

Had my Thai driving license for 34 years and always got 5 years in the past.

Got to renew it soon again so no doubt the Thai Officialdom will change the rules again.

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KindDach*********

KindDach*********

Maybe if you already have a 5 years license they will give you a 5 years again

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Toni *******

Toni *******

Wasnt it chiang mai and rayong that still do 5years with dtv? Just saw a post not long ago

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Will ************

Will ************

You can only a 2yr extension on a DTV

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Jo *******

Jo *******

@Will ***********

wrong

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