Answered3 months ago
Is it worth getting a single Non-O visa to obtain a driving license in Thailand?
Dear community, I stay in Thailand two months each year. Does it make sense to get a single non O for Three months in order to make the driving licenses?
Thanks in advance.
Thanks in advance.
Answer summary
The community discusses whether obtaining a single Non-O visa for three months makes sense if the user wants to get a driving license in Thailand. There are varying opinions on the necessity of the Non-O visa, with some members suggesting that an International Driving Permit (IDP) from the home country might suffice for driving. Others mention that without a home license, the user would need to pass full driving tests to obtain a Thai license. It is noted that if driving in Thailand, having an IDP especially for motorcycles is crucial. The conversations highlight the requirements and practicalities of receiving a Thai driving license as an expat.
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Ralph *******
Yes, it makes sense. You will probably have to take the full test as you don’t have a licence from your home country. You need other documents such as certificate of residency, medical exam.
David *****
Why? It's not needed
Jeff *************
To make it easier bring a international license with you
Phil ******
Jeff Hoffmeister not legal here. You need an IDP
Jeff *************
Phil Beer same thing, you get them at AAA in the US
Graeme *******
Just get an Intrrnational license from home if only here 2 month's a year.
Dany *******
OPGraeme Drake i dont have a bike license back home. Want to do it on Samui. Is that possible on a single O?
Graham ******
Dany Lopez yes, on a 90 day Non-O you will initially get a 2 year licence then, if you renew on a Non-O, expect to be given a 2 year DL again, not the full 5 years
Dany *******
OPGraham Seal thank you for the answer. That is what I wanted to know.
Graeme *******
Dany Lopez I"m not sure what the criteria is to obtain a license here, meaning with regards to you not living here, I do have a vehicle license as used my NZ and International license to obtain plus the other requirements, medical and long term visa . Why don't you get a bike license back home then come here and drive for your two months if experienced, many come here and hire a bike just to have an accident as Thai roads are not the best meaning traffic wise.
Dany *******
OPGraeme Drake because it's 1000ds of Euros to make a bike license in Germany.
John **********
Many offices will allow you to get a licence on a tourist visa although not all. If you don't have an IDP covering bikes you need to sit the full bike test. Probably easier to spend a day or two at a driving school, they pass you and give you a slip to take to dlt to pick up your licence
Jari **********
If you dont have IDP or home country licence...you need pass test first,theoretical and driving tests?
Ant ***********
No
Get an IDP from home country and use it to drive / ride
Get an IDP from home country and use it to drive / ride
Dany *******
OPAnt W Tailor but I dont have a bike license there 😬
I have been driving for 30 years in Thailand.
I have been driving for 30 years in Thailand.
Ant ***********
Dany Lopez
Ok
You will most likely need a home drivers license to get a license here
Or perhaps an Agent can get one for you
Ok
You will most likely need a home drivers license to get a license here
Or perhaps an Agent can get one for you
John ********
Ant W Tailor Can’t get AAA IDP without State Endorsement w/motorcycle.
Can’t get Thai DL if the IDP has no Motorcycle Endorsement.
But we all know, the OP has been driving in Thailand for 30 years, he/she knows this😂😂
Can’t get Thai DL if the IDP has no Motorcycle Endorsement.
But we all know, the OP has been driving in Thailand for 30 years, he/she knows this😂😂
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