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Is a Thai Driver’s License an acceptable form of ID for domestic air travel?
Jun 9, 2022
4 years ago
KC *****
ORIGINAL POSTERIs a Thai Driver’s License an acceptable form of ID for domestic air travel 🤔
TLDR : Answer Summary
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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KC *****
ORIGINAL POSTEROk 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 🙏🙏🙏
Maarten ****
Try lots of time with Thai driving license from bkk to phuket .. all acceptable by airlines and security .
Hotel check also accept
Hotel check also accept
Paul ********
Why risk, just use your passport 🤷🏾
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ORIGINAL POSTER@Paul *******
I have to send my passport away for processingReply to
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フリーダム *********
Can I use the Thai license getting money from western union?
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.
Many claim no, but in 18 years have used in domestically close to a hundred times.
Marshall *********
I've used mine several times with no problem, however, I always have my passport with me..
Andy **********
Yes, did many times
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how did you pass the test 😂Reply to
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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.
Michi *******
fly with it all the time
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?
KC *****
ORIGINAL POSTER@Native ***************
because I need to send it away for processing…Reply to
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Stefan *******
Next time you have a question i recommend you use
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they really helped meMarkus ********
i have a pink id card and a drivers licencebut most times they still want to see my passport🙄🙄🙄
Jay **********
Why take the risk, use your passport
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ORIGINAL POSTER@Jay *********
I have to send it away for processing…Reply to
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Chompoo *************
Yes it is ID
Han ********
Yes
Phil ********
maybe 🙃
Pinaki *****
Yeah.. just flew with that last month
Peter *******************
Officially the answer is NO… check e.g. Bangkok Airways requirements for travel documents:
however, in reality they will let it pass…
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however, in reality they will let it pass…
Markus **********
4 yes means it's confirmed. Case closed
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@Markus *********
No ? 😂Reply to
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Markus **********
Yes
Tom ********
Yes
Daniel ************
yes
Stuart *********
Yes.
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