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Is a Thai Driver’s License an acceptable form of ID for domestic air travel?

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Jun 9, 2022
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Is a Thai Driver’s License an acceptable form of ID for domestic air travel 🤔
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The consensus among commenters is that a Thai Driver’s License can often be used as an acceptable form of ID for domestic air travel in Thailand, despite there being some official stipulations against it. While some airlines specify the need for a passport, many travelers report successful boarding using only their driver's license. It's advised to carry a passport whenever possible to avoid any issues, especially since individual airline policies may vary.
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Ok folks I just called Bangkok Air CS (1771) which i am planning to fly with and they said Thai DL is an acceptable form of ID for boarding so thank you very much for all your replies! Comment is now off 🙏🙏🙏
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Maarten ****
Try lots of time with Thai driving license from bkk to phuket .. all acceptable by airlines and security .

Hotel check also accept
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Paul ********
Why risk, just use your passport 🤷🏾
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 I have to send my passport away for processing
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フリーダム *********
Can I use the Thai license getting money from western union?
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Steve **********
Yes, as well as booking rooms, renting bikes, etc

Many claim no, but in 18 years have used in domestically close to a hundred times.
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Marshall *********
I've used mine several times with no problem, however, I always have my passport with me..
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Andy **********
Yes, did many times
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 how did you pass the test 😂
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Duncan *******
Yes - except for when it isn't. Happened to me once - boarding gate at CNX, showed my DL and boarding pass and they insisted I show them my passport. Other times never had a problem.
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Michi *******
fly with it all the time
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Native ****************
For a Thai Citizen that is a guaranteed Yes, but under IATA rules and regulations, Airlines have the discretion to refuse any foreigner without a valid passport, so if you have a passport why risk it?
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 because I need to send it away for processing…
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Next time you have a question i recommend you use
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Markus ********
i have a pink id card and a drivers licence​but most times they still want to see my passport​🙄🙄🙄
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Jay **********
Why take the risk, use your passport
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@Jay *********
 I have to send it away for processing…
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Chompoo *************
Yes it is ID
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Han ********
Yes
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Phil ********
maybe 🙃
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Yeah.. just flew with that last month
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Peter *******************
Officially the answer is NO… check e.g. Bangkok Airways requirements for travel documents:

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however, in reality they will let it pass…
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Markus **********
4 yes means it's confirmed. Case closed
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Sam *******
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 No ? 😂
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Yes
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Tom ********
Yes
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Daniel ************
yes
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Stuart *********
Yes.
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