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Can you renew a car driving license from 2 years to 5 years on a DTV in Thailand?

Thai Driving License DTV Visa Visa Types Renewing Driving License Non-O Visa Requirements Thailand Immigration

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Has anyone here ever used DTV to renew the car driving license? (from 2 yrs to 5 yrs)

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The discussion revolves around renewing a driving license in Thailand for those on a DTV visa. It appears that while most holders start with a 2-year license, some have successfully transitioned to a 5-year license upon renewal. Key points include that a Non-O visa may be required for the 5-year license, and some individuals have reported different experiences based on their location and specific circumstances related to residency certificates and medical exams.

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Pascal ***********

Pascal ***********

In Phuket unfortunately only 2 years. 😔

Renewed mine for the 3rd time last month. Before on METV, now on DTV.

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Pontus ****

Pontus ****

My 2-year license expired 7 years ago, had to make a new and got 5 years. on the DTV.. Did it like 3 weeks ago.

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Guri *******

Guri *******

Yes i do

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Anonymous ******************

Anonymous ******************

It’s possible , no problem according to DLT clerk Chiang Mai , just need residency certificate + medical exam paper. 505 Bath for each verhicle , car or motorcycle

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Anonymous ******************

Anonymous ******************

I went in October to Rayong and got my first 2yr licence. There were two other guys there both on DTVs renewing their 2yr licence and were both given a 5yr!

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Tommi *******

Tommi *******

Can't

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John **********

John **********

As the DTV is classed as a tourist visa you would normally only get a 2 year licence

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SoftFal*******

SoftFal*******

Did renew mine 2->5 year april in bkk sukhumvit dlt

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Andrew ********

Andrew ********

Everyone gets a 2 year license to start out with. Once the 2 years is up and you re-new you can get the 5 years license

Edit** I forgot to explain the need of a non-o visa to qualify for 5 year my bad

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Jef ********

Jef ********

Old information ℹ️ that was the case up until about 8 months ago 👌🙏🏽

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Andrew ********

Andrew ********

ah figures thats when I got the info in may lol 😆 I been watching for changes but nothing has been approved ill have to look again.

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Jef ********

Jef ********

And DTV is not a NON O visa…..

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Jef ********

Jef ********

To be honest , it’s still case by case this is Thailand 1% might get through. 99 might not.

But as a general rule about 8 months ago they said you must have a visa that has 1 year stamps. ( not 1 year remaining) just a 1 year stamp

So like retirement, elite , LTR etc.

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Andrew ********

Andrew ********

it looks the same to me a 2 year license is first step and non-o visa has been required. I didnt clarify that a non-o visa was required i just assumed that was understood my bad that and it was pointed out already just saying everyone starts at 2 year

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Jef ********

Jef ********

Man I was about to jump on your last comment 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

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James *******

James *******

I renewed and got a 5 year license.

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Kanom *******

Kanom *******

hi where did you renew. I need to renew my license and just been granted DTV, happy days:-)

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James *******

James *******

Prachuap Khiri Khan.

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James *******

James *******

thank you, and to you.

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Kanom *******

Kanom *******

thank you for replying. Merry Christmas matey

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Camilla *********************

Camilla *********************

I did last month. Got 5 years driving license

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Camilla *********************

Camilla *********************

I have dtv visa

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Wannikea *********

Wannikea *********

@Camilla ********************

and you have which visa?

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Jan ******************

Jan ******************

@Camilla ********************

lucky you, that's not common!

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AuthenticO**********

AuthenticO**********

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@Camilla ********************

may i ask where did you get it done? and is there a specific document needed?

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AuthenticO**********

AuthenticO**********

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Does it mean you can only renew for another 2 years? or it can’t be renewed at all, just let it expire?

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Anonymous ******************

Anonymous ******************

AuthenticOctopus9970 You can renew for 2 years each time.

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Dany ********

Dany ********

Anonymer Teilnehmer 856 thats not the general consensus

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AuthenticO**********

AuthenticO**********

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Anonymous participant 856 got it, thank you!

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Pete *******

Pete *******

According to the DLT regulations the 5 year driving license is only issued to holders of Non Immigrant visas.

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Dany ********

Dany ********

then why do so many get 5 years? 😅

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Pete *******

Pete *******

no idea but the regulations are clearly stated on the DLT website.

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Sefton ********

Sefton ********

Or LTR or others..

Chiang Mai was giving DTV holder 5 years initially. I got one early on.. Now I dont know.

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Wannikea *********

Wannikea *********

You need a long-term visa to get a 5-year license.

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Dany ********

Dany ********

@Wannikea ********

people on DTV are getting a 5yr left and right. so this is again not a correct information

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Zafer *****

Zafer *****

@Wannikea ********

Any idea about those already having 5 years license? Mine is expiring in 2027

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

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

You will get a 2 year renewal

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Jef ********

Jef ********

You can’t seriously expect an answer to this question

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