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Can I register a second-hand pickup truck in Thailand without a driving license?

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Jan 20, 2024
2 years ago
Martyn **********
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A question under the 'everything else' category.

Is it possible to buy a second hand pick up and register ownership in my name when I do not have a driving license.

I will be on a one year retirement visa extension and I have a yellow house book and pink ID card.

Thank you in advance for any replies.
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Yes, it is possible to buy and register a second-hand pickup truck in Thailand without holding a driving license. Users suggested that the essential documents needed include a residence certificate, proof of purchase, and the appropriate transfer documents. The process involves going to the Land Transport Office with the required documentation, including an updated TM30 form, to register the vehicle.
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Se eu casar com.minha namorada tailandessa e facil.ficar ai 1 ano ?
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Thailand ********
I have a 16 late ford ranger for sale

70,000 km 👍
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Onne ***********
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 what price
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 2016

Bt 450, 000

Drives perfect
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Onne ***********
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 how old
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Tod *********
No Problem.
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David ***********
Dont need. Cert of residence and correct transfer docs is all thats required
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 not the case in Nakhon Phanom.
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 need thai DL ?
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 read my comment in response to the OP.
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 thats v different to Phuket. Cert of Residence and change over docs and 4 days later, all changed to my name.
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I have just bought a used Ranger and at no time did I have to show anyone my driving license though I do have Thai one in addition to UK. To register blue book in your name you must have a residence certificate so an up to date tm 30 is essential. In Nakhon Phanom I go to Land Transport Office and explain what I want. You must have proof of purchase and a sales invoice. Lto request residence certificate. 5 weeks later I go and collect my blue book and local reg plates. That will be this coming Monday.
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 Thank you.
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 The yellow book and pink ID is accepted instead of residence certificate. Might add in most provinces but this is Thailand
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