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Do I need an International Driving Permit to drive in Thailand with a Malaysian driving license?
Do I need an International Driving Permit (IDP) to rent a car and drive in Thailand if I have a Malaysian driving license?
Answer summary
No, you do not need an International Driving Permit (IDP) to drive in Thailand if you have a Malaysian driving license. Malaysian driving licenses are recognized in Thailand without the need for an IDP, in accordance with regulations for ASEAN countries. However, it's noted that if you plan to stay longer than 30 days, you may need to obtain a Thai driving license.
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Glenn *****
What you have to be concerned about is insurance requirenents. Many have had their insurance claim rejected.
John *****
If you are going to stay over 3 months then you will need a TH lic
John *****
No.
James ********
Yep , get one from the post office 1996 version will give you 3 years or as long as your license is valid for, £5.50,
How’s that?
How’s that?
Johnson *****
I'm a Malaysian and you do not need an IDP to drive in Thailand. But you only have 30 days to enter and exit Thailand with your vehicle.
Jj ****
No need as it's an ASEAN license
Ticha *****************
Malaysia driving license can be used in Thailand with no doubt.
Jim ********
No you don't
Graham ******
Get one to be sure, they are cheap enough
Roy *********
No!
Pei ******
OPNice! Thank you all for the info ☺️ appreciate it.
Ang *****
No. You absolutely don’t. I have Sg license and was told by Phuket police check 😂
Stuart *********
No. 10 ASEAN countries (which Malaysia is one) are not required to have an IDP to drive in Thailand.
Stuart *********
It does need to be a full license not a P plate license
Manfred **********
Yes, unless there's a special agreement for ASEAN countries?
Jeffrey **********
@Manfred *********
there isGraeme **********
Yes
Graeme **********
Yep looks like I’m probably wrong. No worries
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