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Can I purchase a motorbike in Thailand with a one-year ED visa?

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Oct 4, 2019

6 years ago

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Hello all,

I just got my 1 year ED visa and now want to legally purchase a motorbike. Is it possible? How hard or easy is it and what hoops need to be jumped through?

Thanks for your help.

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The discussion focuses on the possibility of purchasing a motorbike in Thailand with a one-year Education (ED) visa. It highlights the importance of financial readiness, as cash payment is often required, and advises on understanding the visa rules and regulations related to vehicle ownership. Additionally, safety tips like wearing a helmet and having insurance are mentioned.

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Robert *******

And so far the help about how to get a motorbike in my name. And on the side we explained and make sure he understand the rules of visa. Thank, drive safely, wear a helmet and get insurance.

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Robert *******

Where did you get the 1 year Non Immigrant ED visa and based on which school? If you have money you can buy a motorbike, payment is cash, no money no motorbike.

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Ryan ********

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ok cuz the guy I'm looking to buy from said I have to get a permit at an embassy but didn't really know where or what permit😂

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Ryan ********

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ok sweet. Thanks you for your help.

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Robert *******

Ministry of Transport in your area, motorbike shop will help you out.

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Ryan ********

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I'm more curious of where do I go & what do I need after I've purchased a bike to get into my name.

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James ********

then it appears you already have the answers. Good Luck getting the bike registered.

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Ryan ********

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yes I know I have to extend every 90 days & pay 5k thb and I have all my condo contracts & photos & are registered with TM30 at immagration. I think everything is sorted with the visa.

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Robert *******

Ryan Manfre You need the Notification of Stay, or a Certificate of Address to get a motorbike in your name. If you do not live inside Thailand at an official address, they do not put it in your name.

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Robert *******

Thanks, you understand you have to visit the Immigration Office every 90 days with some money and documents. Names are not that important as long as you understand the rules.

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Ryan ********

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ok cool. Someone said I need to go to an embassy to transfer into my name. Is that true?

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Dustin ******

It's just a bill of sale, and copy of ID "not expired" if from a Thai. Passport and current visa stamp if from a foreignor. Tax is really easy as well.

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Ryan ********

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it's a 1 year single entry but has to be extended every 3 months.

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Robert *******

And you are sure it is a 1 year Multiple Entry Visa? Or is the valid until date only 3 months from the issue date, nr of entries is S and the visa is stamped used on entry

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Ryan ********

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With the motorbike I have the money just not sure about transferring ownership papers & insurance & things like that.

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Ryan ********

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I went to Penang Malaysia & had no issues. Just needed paperwork from the school & bank statement.

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