This is NOT an official government website. We are an independent resource providing information and assistance to travelers.

Do I need a residence certificate from immigration if I have a yellow book for buying a car in Thailand?

Yellow Book Residence Certificate Immigration Rules Buying a Car Vehicle Registration Thai Immigration Expats in Thailand

Dec 24, 2023

a year ago

Magnus ********

ORIGINAL POSTER

I'm going to buy a car and I have the yellow book. Do I still need a residence certificate from immigration?

1,160

views

likes

all likes

replies

images

users

TLDR : Answer Summary

When buying a car in Thailand, having a yellow book may or may not be sufficient for vehicle registration, depending on the local transport office regulations. Some offices may require additional documentation, such as a residence certificate from immigration, while others may accept the yellow book alone. Personal experiences vary by location, so it is advisable to check with your specific local transport office regarding their requirements.

Pelle Eriksson★★★★★

Absolutely Bangkok's best service I highly...

recently on Facebook

Luca G.★★★★★

I used this agency for my DTV Visa...

recently on Google

Trusted Thai Visa Agent

OVER 100,000 EXPATS SERVED

#1 VISA AGENT IN THAILAND

Chris *****

Same as with the pink ID card they probarby have not seen a yellow house book before

a year ago

Michael ********

Samat Sakorn yellow book is sufficient

a year ago

Marty *********

I just bought a scooter in Ubon Ratchathani using my yellow book

a year ago

Frank **********

I thought the Yellow Book was supposed to take care of need a Certificate of Residency from Immigration. If not what good is it?

a year ago

Stuart *********

@Frank *********

Like many things here office specific. Some will accept in lieu of a residence certificate. Some won’t.

a year ago

Frank **********

@Stuart ********

yes I see. That is the main thing that really is a nuisance in Thailand.

a year ago

Reply to

Frank **********

Colin **********

Depends on the local transport office, mine wouldn't accept my yellow book, but wanted my wife's blue book, although the car was in my name, best you check with your local office.

a year ago

Bruce ***********

@Colin *********

same

a year ago

Reply to

Bruce ***********

Thai Visa Advice and Everything Else

... members · 60% approval rate

The Thai Visa Advice And Everything Else group allows for a broad range of discussions on life in Thailand, beyond just visa inquiries.

Join the Group

Thai Visa Advice and Everything Else