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Can I get a residence certificate for car purchase in Thailand without a long-term visa?

Thailand Visa Regulations Residence Certificate Car Purchase Expats in Thailand TM30 Long-term Visa Ownership Transfer

Apr 26, 2025

a year ago

Ant ***********

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Morning 👋

I would like to buy a car in Thailand 

Can I get a residence certificate ( needed to purchase a car ) without a

Long term / retirement Visa ?

Thanks

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The question inquires if it's possible to acquire a residence certificate in Thailand for purchasing a car without holding a long-term or retirement visa. The responses indicate that it is indeed possible, particularly with the TM30 form, and clarify that the requirements can vary by immigration office. It is noted that while a residence certificate is not necessary for buying a car, it is required for registering or transferring ownership. Recent experiences suggest that the process can take about 7-14 days.

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David *********

I got one last week with an up to date TM 30

It was approved on Thursday 17 th at BKK and received it via mail on Wed 23

Bought a new car today

a year ago

David *********

On a non visa tourist which expires on May 19

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David *********

Tore *********

Yes and yes, at least in Bangkok.

a year ago

lili****

yes you can, it takes time about 7-14 days

a year ago

Wannikea *********

You don't need it to buy, just to register/transfer ownership to your name

a year ago

Stuart *********

To my knowledge there is no immigration office that now restricts issuing residence certificates to only long term visa holders.

It used to be the case in Bangkok but that policy changed some time ago and now anyone can request one.

a year ago

Pyae *********

Yes you can with your tm30

a year ago

Brandon ************

Yes you can.

No you cannot.

It depends on your immigration office. Go and ask.

a year ago

Brett *********

@Brandon ***********

perfect answer.

a year ago

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