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What is the best firm or method to handle obtaining a Thai driver's license for foreigners?
Thai Driver's LicenseForeigners in ThailandDriver's License ProcessLand Transport DepartmentVisa RequirementsDriving Tests in ThailandLocal Transport Office
Nov 21, 2025
5 months ago
Mark ***********
ORIGINAL POSTERWho is the best firm to handle Thai Drivers Liscense for foreigners?
TLDR : Answer Summary
The best way for foreigners to obtain a Thai driver's license is typically by visiting the local Department of Land Transport (DLT) office and completing the required tests themselves. Collect necessary documents like a passport and visa copies, a medical certificate, and proof of residency. Many users recommend doing it personally for a smoother and cheaper experience, while noting that online training and appointments may facilitate the process. There are also warnings about the potential for scams if using third-party services.
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Go to your local DLT office and take the test yourself, TBH, if you can't pass the Thai driving test you should not be allowed anywhere near a motor vehicle.
You will need a health certificate plus a certificate of residence from immigration
You will need a health certificate plus a certificate of residence from immigration
CjandBrigitte **********
Drivers license
Process was smooth. Convert or renew driverse license (all copies duplicated as doing car+motorcycle at the same time):
- Do the online training and bring the QR code as proof of completion.
- Do online appointment and bring the QR for your booking
- Copy of passport (info page + visa page)
- Copy of current licenses
- Copy of passport
- Medical certificate
(and bring originals of everything, of course)
Process was smooth. Convert or renew driverse license (all copies duplicated as doing car+motorcycle at the same time):
- Do the online training and bring the QR code as proof of completion.
- Do online appointment and bring the QR for your booking
- Copy of passport (info page + visa page)
- Copy of current licenses
- Copy of passport
- Medical certificate
(and bring originals of everything, of course)
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I needed a CoR (Certificate of Residence) from the Immigration as wellJohn **********
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with the current licenses you meen the driverslicense from your country and the international driverslicense...both must be valid for more than 6 monthsReply to
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Pete *******
Took me 2 hours. 200 baht. No eye test just doc cert which took 5 mins for lady to write out. No doctor involved. Few Quick tests
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what locationPete *******
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up in Roi Et province. Phon ThongReply to
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Ruud ******************
DLT
Simon *********
Go to your local Transport Office and ask what documents you need and do it yourself
Frank **********
The best is you.
Bennito *********
Getting scammed in 3...2...1...
Alexander ***********
The ministry of the land transport does the best job. Get prepared all required documents. Here I kindly refer to any of the search systems. Good luck
Vladimir *********
Do it yourself. Very easy and cheap
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at where can doVladimir *********
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Robin *******
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it’s true I did it myself no problem have car and motor bikeRonnie *******
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I sent you a messegeReply to
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Ray ********
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And legal 😃😃😃😃Vladimir *********
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yes, 100%. Last time I hear about fake driving license sold as realReply to
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Chris ***********
Pay a Thai to take the test on the phone app. Get the qr code to verify you passed the test. Take a eye couple tests, a foot reaction test, pay 200 baht and drive home
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Depends on the office. 500 baht for RC in Phuket. Circa 100 for medical at most clinics.Stuart *********
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You need a medical certificateChris ***********
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true plus a 200 baht letter from immigration 200 for for med certReply to
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Brandon ************
It might help if you mention where in Thailand
Mark ***********
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lol thanksReply to
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