Is the 1949 International Driving Permit valid for riding motorbikes in Thailand?

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I have Thai drivers license

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Can I get a Thai driving license on a Tourist Visa? The answer is yes. Regardless of what you read in forums, you can, and it is allowed. I did it when I was a tourist, and I asked in person at the Department of Land Transport.

Yes u can drive no problem

Thailand issues IDP for 10 and 20 years. Much easier.

Should have a page printed in the Thai language.

This is enough to drive Thailand as I know.

For me, it worked twice to show them my Wisconsin license and say the word "International" and I was good to go.

It’s what my Canadain one looks like. It’s hilarious that this is international ok everywhere I have worked around the world.

Carry this and your UK driving licence together. Some will let you through with one or the other (I think) but better to have both and be safe

Officially yes, 90 days, after arriving. They not check that, only the validity of the permet itself. For insurance is another matter.

I got a result last November when went to get new IDP from the post office. Person put the date and month to start from but didn’t put the year so I’m waiting to be asked for it - though in Thailand I have my Thai licence so will only be another country for holiday - and if anyone ask what (which I doubt) year just say that they must have forgot to write it down and happy to write it now. Might have for quite a few years before need to use it 🙂

To drive or lease a car in Thailand as a tourist or visitor it is necessary to have either a Thai driving licence or a valid foreign driving licence with a photograph. The foreign licence must either be in English, or be accompanied by an official translation into English or Thai. The licence needs to have been issued by a country that has a treaty with the Thai government allowing the mutual acceptance of driving licences. Most countries, including Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the UK and the USA have this agreement with Thailand under the 1949 Geneva Convention on Road Traffic or the 1968 Vienna Convention on Road Traffic. Those in doubt should contact their embassy for advice: Click here

An International Driver's License/Permit (IDL/IDP) is also valid in Thailand, and available from a government department or authorized auto club at a small expense. A foreign driving licence valid under the 1949 or 1968 Conventions qualifies the licence holder to apply for the IDL/IDP, and its holders may find that it is more often recognised and accepted by police and civil service officials. Beware of the many IDP/IDL websites that are not legitimate.

If the driver is not a tourist or visitor but is a resident with a non-immigrant visa, then it is necessary to have a Thai driver's licence. However, those with a foreign licence as described above or an International Drivers Licence are excused from doing the practical driving test when applying for a Thai driving license.

Note: Although International Driving Licences are valid for up to one year after arrival in Thailand, after three months many comprehensive insurance policies are made void if still driving on a foreign licence.

Licence holders may only drive the category of vehicle for which their licence is valid.

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For information about treaties recognised by the Department of Land Transport: Click

Yes, thsts the correct one. The other one available is needed for Vietnam and lasts fir 3 years that's how i remember which one is which.

If it has a Thai Language, they have to accept as long you are less then 180 days per year inside the country.

I have one for my truck, it covers me for my 3 month trips.

Been stopped a couple of times and shown it, depends on the policeman, some understand it others pass it to another colleague.

I showed the “policemen” he completely ignored it.

As long as you have a UK license to go with it. It’s just a translation

I was stopped in Thailand at a check point, showed them my IDP they were not interested they wanted my UK DL. Showed it and was waved through.

Be aware, in the case of a traffic accident, insurance company will NOT pay anything for you or the other party, because the driving license was not issued from the same country of the traffic accident. You all know insurance companies games.

New exterior design from 2-3 years ago

I had one of those.. Never really seem to do any good. Police dont really check, too much. Depending where you are the police pull you over for one of two reasons; Bribe money or as a legit public service. Bribe money ranges from 10$US to 30$US. When its bribe money its usually routine, you'll know where and when they run those stops. When its a public service, its usually to remind you to wear a helmet.

If you want to avoid hassle with the police, wear a helmet.

It will make more sense once you are here.

If memory serves me correctly, Thailand is not party to the treaty reference in your document. I think they are not party to any international driving treaty. I think they maybe party to some agreement for ASEAN, but that's probably not likely applicable to you.

The Vienna one (1968) should now be good as well. It's valid for 3 years.

Yes

Yes

I hate the way that in this day and age you’re still expected to get your hands on actual printed passport sized photos 🤦🏼‍♂️

Why not just have a camera at the counter, or be able to upload photos from a phone 🤷🏼‍♂️

Or get a Thai license here 7gbp approx and can legally ride here and covered by UK insurance also 🤣 I failed my bike test in England last year (aced the theory aced mod 1) as the examiner was a c¥nt and said I didn't look over my shoulder enough on one turn (oh please) they randomly fail people who passed to hit the % for fails in each county and to make more money.

The examiner was up his arse big time (most examiners are and instructors) and wouldn't last 2 seconds on the roads here. Been riding 17 years all around South East Asia and the tool fails me for not looking over my shoulder. 🖕 the UK system and 🖕 that examiner!

Not sure how long you need to have a license in Thailand for to be able to get an international one I heard 2 years full licence also 3 years TBC anyway when that day comes I look forward to riding in the UK on a 7 pounds license.

Yes as long as your UK is valid as well, this will give you 90 days driving in Thailand, after which you must apply for a Thai car/bike license

Cannot the license be issued posdated. If you made today or delivered to you today must be dated 23 Dec.

Yep it’s all good as long as they stamped the mbikes section too

The local BIB will recognise it n let you carry on

Valid for 1yr👍🏻

Do you have a motorcycle licence in the UK? The permit is a worthless piece of crap without your licence

It is only good if your official home country license also has motorcycle endorsement.

I’d avoid getting a thai drivers license it’s a pain in the ass

Good for 90 For longers stays, obtaining a Thai drivers license in mandatory. Getting a Thai drivers license based off a valid international permit is quite easy, though: Some documents and watching a video + eye sight test, and you are all set. One thing though: You sure this is a legit IDP? I am asking, as yours seems to be issued with a starting date in the future. Have never seen that before. Usually the starting date is the date it is issued.

Yea a 1949 is the correct international licence for Thailand

Also must be shown with the driver's licence it was obtained with. Technically good for 90 days each trip in Thailand, but police never checked how long I had been in the country. Insurance might check. Also some insurance policies require a Thai licence. You can easily get a Thai licence if you want to stay longer.

Depends on the endorsement inside.

You can any drivers license international better