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Can I buy a motorbike in Thailand while on a 30-day exemption, and what documents do I need?
Motorbike PurchaseThailand VisaDocument RequirementsProof of ResidenceThai LegalitiesExpat Life in ThailandVehicle Ownership Transfer
Dec 21, 2017
8 years ago
Pilinka *********
ORIGINAL POSTERI want to buy a motorbike for my stay here, but am currently on a 30 day exemption extension. Can I? Anyone know what documents are required to transfer ownership? Maybe easier to get a Thai friend to buy it in their name?
TLDR : Answer Summary
A user in Thailand on a 30-day exemption extension inquired about purchasing a motorbike and the necessary documentation. Several commenters confirmed that it is possible to buy a bike without a tourist visa if you can provide proof of residence from the immigration office or consulate. Suggested documents include signed copies of both the seller's and buyer's documents, a resident certificate, and photocopies of the buyer's passport and entry stamp. There are concerns about transferring ownership to a Thai friend, as it may lead to complications, unless total trust exists. Buying from a Yamaha dealer is suggested to simplify the process.
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Pilinka *********
ORIGINAL POSTERI have thai relatives and close friends. So saying "never put in thai name" sounds a bit prejudiced to me.
Robert **********
Another worthy question! So why not just rent?
Pilinka *********
ORIGINAL POSTERWhat I mean is that I would go with my Thai family member who I have known for thirty plus years and trust implicitly. I would give them the money to pay for the bike, and it would be in their name. Then I would have the use of it until I leave at which time they will keep the bike. I suppose it would be the same if _I_ hit a person with the bike in their name, then _they_ would be liable.
Herbert ****
1. u know if he make an accident, or driving to fast, not stopped at red light... u are paying for it!
2. u know when someone makes with it and without a driving license a accident and a child are killed, maybe u go to jail for it? I didn't want risk it, but everyone take the one choice and must living with
2. u know when someone makes with it and without a driving license a accident and a child are killed, maybe u go to jail for it? I didn't want risk it, but everyone take the one choice and must living with
Pilinka *********
ORIGINAL POSTERSorry you had trouble. Just saying not all thais are problematic. Plus i would leave the bike with them anyway when i leave...
Herbert ****
we can talking about if yours friends shit you anytime! I also thinks before, I hade friends, I know this peoples sone years, than I want they do anything for me and played, after I return, they not do, I paid many more, and lost the money I given and they not remember about my money, and it was security of the house 😂😂😂, that's only one of my storeys, before I take my hands into the fire about this Family
Pilinka *********
ORIGINAL POSTERNot taking it personally, I just think the comment was thoughtless. 😕
Andre **********************
Becuz they don’t have any Thai relatives etc thus the negativity. Please don’t take it to heart. ✌️
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Pilinka *********
ORIGINAL POSTERBuying second hand not new...
Herbert ****
and important all taxes are paid!
David **********
Don't put the bike in a Thai friend's name unless you are willing to "gift" them the bike.
For an extra 500 or 900 Baht the Yamaha dealer will handle the whole transaction for you. You will not have to go to any government offices.
For an extra 500 or 900 Baht the Yamaha dealer will handle the whole transaction for you. You will not have to go to any government offices.
Joe ***********
No greenbook don't buy
Andre **********************
And pay cash 💰
Barry ******
Yes you can. Just need the resident certificate from immigration or your embassy, signed copies of the sellers documents, greenbook, and photocopies of your passport photo page, entry stamp and departure card.
Pilinka *********
ORIGINAL POSTERThanks Tod! You're a real help!
Pilinka *********
ORIGINAL POSTERoh - ok. So even if I don't have a tourist visa. I can still do it - just a matter of having the proof of where I'm living, right?
Tod *********
the proof of living here has to come from either the immigration office or your consulate. They don't accept anything else at the Dept of Land Transport
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Tod *********
you need a proof of residence document from either the immigration office where you live or from your consulate here.
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