Answered2 years ago

Can you renew a 5-year driving license with a DTV in Thailand?

Driving License DTV Visa Visa Regulations Non-Immigrant Visa DLT Office Thailand Expat Laws

Adrian **********

asked Nov 6, 2024

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Has anyone by chance tried to renew their 5 yr driving licence yet with the dtv?

Went to dlt yesterday and they said can only renew for a 2 yr licence because only have 6 month stamp in the passport, even though the visa is valid for 5 year!

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The post discusses challenges faced when renewing a 5-year driving license with a DTV (Tourist Visa). The author reports being told they could only receive a 2-year license due to having a 6-month stamp in their passport, despite holding a 5-year visa. Commenters share mixed experiences, noting that some have successfully obtained a 5-year renewal at different Land Transport Offices, while others emphasize that the DTV is generally considered a tourist visa, which may not qualify for longer licenses. It is suggested that a non-immigrant visa is typically required for a 5-year driving license.

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Dean *****

in which city did you try to renew?

2 years ago

Wannikea *********

You currently have a 5 year license?

Adrian **********

yes

Wannikea *********

I don't know why they would want to see your visa, passport data page yes. Been a few years since I've renewed, so can't say I'm in the loop currently in that regard.

2 years ago

Ma ****

Happen to me too . Same

2 years ago

Werner ************

Your visa is good for 6 months at a time and considered a tourist visa class

2 years ago

Robert ***********

I think they will only give another 2 year

2 years ago

Pete *******

You need a non O visa for the 5 year driving license. Details are on the DLT website.

2 years ago

John **********

DTV is basically a tourist visa so I don't think that allows for a 5 year licence. Some DLT offices won't even give you a 2 year licence unless your on a non-immigrant visa

2 years ago

Greg ********

I think it depends which Land Transport Office you go to. I saw a post where a DTV holder was told 2 years only at one office but got the 5 years elsewhere

2 years ago

Adrian **********

@Greg *******

could well be, I went to the one near pattaya, got appointment for 18th this month, might be worth me enquiring at an alternative before that date, cheers.

2 years ago

Greg ********

@Adrian *********

Ask TikTok Services in Pattaya. If anyone knows where to get the 5 year she will

2 years ago

Paul ********

@Adrian *********

Could that be Rayong ? Got a 2 yr licence on a 60 day visa last month. Agent helped; would have been nightmare on my own…

2 years ago

Greg ********

@Adrian *********

If I remember correctly the post was in this area. One office said only 2 years but another gave 5 years. I am sure the post was very recent. Have a search.

2 years ago