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Can I renew my expired bike driving license in Thailand while on a visa exemption?

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Helena *******

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asked Nov 13, 2025

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Edit: It expired in Feb 2025, it's a 2 years license

Is it possible to renew an expired bike driving license if you are on visa exemption?

Anyone knows if this is possible to do in Chiang Mai or Pai area?

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The ability to renew an expired bike driving license while on a visa exemption in Thailand seems to vary depending on the local Department of Land Transport (DLT) office. While some users suggested it might be possible, others reported being refused renewal service due to their visa status. Additionally, some commenters questioned whether it's necessary to renew before expiration or if an entirely new application is required once a license has expired.

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John **********

John **********

Depends. Some DLT offices want you to be on a Non-immigrant visa

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Bent *************

Bent *************

Maybe. Depends on how long time ago it expired.

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Helena *******

Helena *******

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@Bent ************

It's a 2 years license, expired Feb 2025

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Bent *************

Bent *************

Ooops, I’m pretty sure that you have to start over again.

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Derek *****

Derek *****

@Bent ************

- no, have until January 2026 to renew without starting over again

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Ron *******

Ron *******

Question; wouldn't you need to "renew" before expiration? If expired, wouldn't that require applying for a new license?

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Andrew ***********

Andrew ***********

@Jason *********

one year after expires 90 days before.

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Helena *******

Helena *******

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It's a 2 years driving license, expired Feb 2025

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Nongnuch ********

Nongnuch ********

you must visit the DLT office and ask what they need from you

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Ron *******

Ron *******

@Jason *********

good to know. Thanks

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Nongnuch ********

Nongnuch ********

@Jason *********

you have up to ONE YEAR to renew an expired 5-year Thai driving license

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Aman *******

Aman *******

Depends on Ampur. I have tried at local land transport office and have had refused on visa exemption in the past.

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Nongnuch ********

Nongnuch ********

you don't get a driver's license on an Amphur. You need to use the DLT office. Department of Land Transport

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Aman *******

Aman *******

@Nongnuch *******

apologies Nongnuch Department of Land Transport I meant to say

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Peter *********

Peter *********

Yes

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