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What do I need to travel to Laos by car from Thailand?

Travel to Laos Car travel Thai driving license IDP requirements Car insurance Passport for car

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I want to travel to Laos with my car 

I need passport for car 

Insurance for car

Can I use my Thai licence or need IDP ? 

Thank you

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To travel to Laos with your car from Thailand, you need a valid passport for the car and car insurance. A Thai driving license is sufficient, and you do not need an International Driving Permit (IDP). The travel can take around 18 hours one way, as experienced by others.

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A Thai driving license is valid in Laos without IDP.

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John ******

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Yes license ok

But you need a car

Passport my friend went from HUA hin last year

Took 18 hours there and back long trip from HUA hin.

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Gary ********

Gary ********

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for the car passport did he need take car to department of transport or just the blue book

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Pertti *************

Pertti *************

and if vehicle is financed then leasing company apply book for you.

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older vehicle i think over 5years old are checked but newer not. Itp is pink book and under 300 and renewals annually if needed cheaper. My insurance was only 7 days but second time they gave 14 day. Remember put stickers to windows.

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