Feb 15, 2024
10 months ago
Hi,
I want to travel to other countries in Asia, and be able to legally rent a motorbike. So, I want to get a motorbike license. Since the Thailand 2 year license is not able to issue IDP(?), this rules Thailand out. What other country could i travel to short term and get a license fairly easily?
Info:
* If it matters, i have a car license from home country since 10+ years.
* Must be able to issue IDP for the motorbike license.
* Must be able to get the license on a tourist visa. Preferably i fly in, spend a week or two there to get everything done. Fly out.
* Bonus points if its also convertible to a 5 year license back in thailand.
What are my options?
And thanks a lot, this community is always helpful.
TLDR : Answer Summary
The post discusses the necessity for an International Driving Permit (IDP) when traveling in Asia and the conditions under which one can obtain a motorbike license on a tourist visa. The author seeks destinations where this can be done easily, noting that binding factors include existing motorcycle endorsements and the ability to legally obtain the license while on a short-term visit. Several community comments offer insight into licensing processes in various countries, frustrations related to the validity of IDs in Thailand, and alternative methods for obtaining the necessary permits.