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Can I get a residence certificate for a driving license while staying short-term in Thailand?

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Regarding Residency Certificate for Driving License :

I'm sorry if I'm asking a repeated Question. I checked a bit, I couldn't find a proper answer

I have a DTV, but I don't stay long-term in Thailand. I come on and off. Whenever I come I take 2 weeks or 3 weeks in a regular service apartment place in Bangkok. Can I still get a residency certificate which can be used for Driving License?

Do we have a minimum months / rental agreement formalities for this residency certificate for driving license.
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The individual inquired about obtaining a residency certificate necessary for a driving license in Thailand while residing temporarily on a DTV visa. Responses indicated that it is possible to secure the residency certificate if the landlord has registered the stay with TM30 documentation. However, it's clarified that for stays less than three months, an International Driving Permit (IDP) might suffice, negating the need for a Thai driving license. Additional comments highlighted practical aspects such as the time frame for acquiring a certificate and the necessity of approaching the correct immigration office.
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