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Do I need a certificate of residence for renewing my driving license in Thailand?

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Do immigration still offer the "certificate of residence" I have to do my 5 year driving licence and in previous years used a combination of Yellow and Blue book. But in the new world if closer foreigner scrutiny I think they might want a certificate of residence. I'm in Prachinburi.

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The immigration authorities still offer a 'certificate of residence,' which may now be required for obtaining or renewing a driving license. Regulations regarding what documents are accepted, such as the Yellow Book and Pink ID Card, can vary by location; some DLT offices have stopped accepting Yellow Books for license renewals. It is advisable to check with your local amphur office regarding the current requirements.

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Colin ********

Colin ********

Done mine yesterday, Passport, residents permit and medical, all done in about 20 minutes

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David *******

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I have a pink card that's what I used.

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Jeremy ********

Jeremy ********

Just go to the amphur and use your yellow book, it costs ฿10 to print the papers

FYI: you can use your pink ID card to get a DL and the Pink ID number for your DL

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Colin **********

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@Jeremy *******

other sounds much easier (never in Thailand) I know the local Amphur office.

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@Colin *********

the pink ID number Makes life simpler because you don’t have to update the DL when you get a new passport

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@Jeremy *******

thanks good advice

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Marty ******

Marty ******

Yes you pay for it $bahts 500

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Peter *******

Peter *******

Just did mine at Pranburi with Yellow Book & Pink ID card

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Colin **********

Colin **********

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I have both so I will offer them first.

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@Colin *********

with the Pink ID did not even want copies of Passport/Visa which I had prepared. The no. on the License is now Thai ID no, previously Passport no.

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

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

Yes. And some DLT offices have stopped accepting yellow books for license renewals as well.

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