Just a data point.

I was in the land transport office (Chiang Mai) and they were quite happy to issue a 5 year Thai driving license, providing of course the usual conditions were met (previously holding a 2 year etc) for me as a DTV holder.

Was curious how that would work out as the Elite / Privilage visa often is denied this ability. They also knew about the LTR and said they would allow a 5 year for those also.

True or false: Can you renew a 2-year temporary car/motorcycle license EARLY to a 5-year one.

I have had my car/motorcycle license for almost ONE YEAR and I am unsure if I can renew it early. Despite this uncertainty, I plan to visit the Udon Thani DLT in person with all my documents to find out.

Any insight would be appreciated.

I don’t need help with the overall process, as it is outlined on the DLT website: [members only]

My 2 year Thai drivers licence expires in September. I will be in Hua Hin in April can I convert it to a 5 year then?

What’s the process for changing an initial 2 year license to. 5 year ? How far in advance can this be done and what is required / steps to do alone. Located in Jomtien, initial license issued from Bangkok