Do I need a TM30 when applying for a Thai driver's license, and can I apply in Hua Hin with a Bangkok address?

Thai Driver's License TM30 Residence Certificate DLT Requirements Visa Types Document Requirements Hua Hin Bangkok

December 29, 2023

9 months ago

ORIGINAL POSTER

Do I need to show a copy of my TM30 when applying for a Thai Driver's licence? Can I apply for it in Hua Hin if my address is in BKK (I understand that the processing time is much shorter in HH). Are the requirements the same regardless of the visa type:

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TLDR : Answer Summary

To apply for a Thai driver's license, you typically need a residence certificate, which may require a TM30 for proof of address. While you can apply for a license in Hua Hin, confirm with the local Department of Land Transport (DLT) whether they accept applications from applicants with a Bangkok address, as requirements can vary by location. Essential documents usually include a medical certificate, national driver's license, and possibly an International Driving Permit. Watching the required instructional video is also compulsory before the application.

Mikko ***********

ORIGINAL POSTER

Thank you again for your guidance.

9 months ago

Andy ********

As other have said the Land Transport Office in Pranburi do requireuire a resident certificate. If you can get this in Bangkok then you can apply in Prachuap Khiri Khan.

The Pranburi office issue new licences two mornings a week.

Others have mentioned the video. You now watch that online and show the conformation that you have watched the video on the morning you apply.

9 months ago

Nick **********

A residence certificate (and thus TM30) is not needed if you have a pink i.d. and thus yellow house book. In that case the whole process starting from getting a medical certificate to receiving your license will take about 2 hours in Bangkok.

9 months ago

Andy ********

Nick MuayPlam this is not true for all offices. I have a Thai ID and yellow book and I needed to go to my local Amphur and get a resident certificated from them. On the positive side it is quicker and easier than going to immigration.

Unfortunately all offices have their own requirements.

9 months ago

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

Nick MuayPlam that's not true. Some DLT don't care about pink ID or house book. As I said he needs to ask his DLT what their requirements are.

9 months ago

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Bob **********

You need a residence certificate to get a Thai license and if your address is in Bangkok that’s where you need to apply

9 months ago

Mikko ***********

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@Bob *********

ok, thanks Bob.

9 months ago

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Mikko ***********

ORIGINAL POSTER

Thank you for guidance, appreciated.

9 months ago

Tony ********

Watch the video at home first (from DLT site not utube) and take a print out of QR code with you as proof you've watched it fully, as part of your documentation.

9 months ago

Graham ******

You'll probably need a TM30 to get your Residence Certificate which you've not listed. You also haven't included your Passport plus Visa and an International Driving Permit which, with your Driving Licence, means you don't take the driving test.

9 months ago

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

You need a residence certificate from immigration for your proof of address. Immigration will want a TM30 for this but the DLT will not want a TM30. Each DLT office has their own requirements so you need to ask the office you want to use what their requirements are.

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