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How can I obtain an international driving license or driving lessons in Bangkok?

Oct 14, 2020
6 years ago
Borja *********
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Halo all , i am in bangkok , my international drive lessons just expired , i am owner of condon in here ,any way to do an international drive lessons in bangkok? or at least drive lessons for thailand ,...
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The post discusses the inquiry about obtaining an international driving license or driving lessons in Bangkok. Comments suggest that obtaining a Thai driving license is straightforward, with individuals sharing their experiences of getting licensed despite expired documents. Recommendations include visiting a Smart Drive office for assistance, applying for a Thai license, and resources for learning the process.
Paul ********
I just done my Thai licence easy
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Janne ***********
you mean intl driver's license? or Lessons?
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Borja *********
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sorry my writting mistake , is intl driver's license
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Jeff **********
@Borja ********
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Borja *********
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@Jeff *********
very interesting , quite well explained!!! Thanks...
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Jeff **********
@Borja ********
good luck, I'll be trying myself soon.
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Paul *******
Just go and get thai licence like i did
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Steve **********
DMV easy.
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Borja *********
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u mind to explain what means DMV??
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Craig *********
Mine had expired for 2 years they don't look or care
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Gary *******
The first thai liscence you get is called a temporary license it lasts 2 years,then you get a 5 years one after that,A few years ago the first license only lasted for 1 year.
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John ******************
you will find that if you have an accident and don’t have correct papers you may find you may end up in the Bangkok Hilton.
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@Craig ********
mine expired , it was 10 year

Took 15 min.
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กะลาสี *****
It's very easy to go get a Thai license.
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Janin ******
Go for Thai license !
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Bob **********
Get a thai license
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Steven ******
Get someone to mail you one out. I've just had a family member do it
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PJ ********
Thanks steven
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PJ ********
my license expired as well , how can a family member do it
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Steven ******
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get someone to go to the posty and take a copy of your driving licence and maybe a copy of your passport. I can't remember exactly what my family member took
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Gary *******
Find a Smart Drive office and get them to sort it out for you.
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Steve *********
You want to learn to drive?
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