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Apr 30, 2026
a day ago
Kenny *****
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Thai Diver licence 2 year renew to 5 years questions.

1. current temp licence issued at Bangkok DLT area 3 Licence expiring in Sept 2026. Can i do the renewal for 5 years at DLT area 2?

2. currently living in Sathorn area, same place when i got the 2 year licence.

thanks in advance.
3 comments
Apr 16, 2026
15 days ago
Alan *******
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Hi all

To get my Thai licence will i need an international permit or will they accept my home licence ? got my O visa now so if anyone has done this please advise ,Cheers .
34 comments
Mar 7, 2026
2 months ago
Gladys *********
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Can I change my drivers license in to Thai driver’s license under DTV visa? I have a drivers license from two ASEAN countries. IF yes, do I need International drivers license? Both drivers license are in English.
4 comments
Mar 5, 2026
2 months ago
Jump****
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I have a question about converting my drivers license into a Thai drivers license at DLT? I have all the paperwork done and an appointment set up at DLT. When I go, will they be having me take an additional test aside from the online video that I passed and have a QR code for ? And is there a practical test where I have to either drive or sit in some machine at DLT? I’ve seen posts addressing this but frankly I haven’t really understood them. Do they really make you sit in a box and press the gas pedal and stop pedal or is it more involved? I’ll be going to the DLT in Bangkok. Thanks
57 comments
Feb 26, 2026
2 months ago
Kim *********
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I think I have a problem. My passport got damaged by water and I now have to go to my

embassy in Bangkok to get a new one. Entry stamp and extension of stay can't be read. So what shall I do? I have a Thai drivers license which may let my fly domestically (?) Is this ok? Can I use that? During covid I had to take a taxi from Udon Thani to Bangkok when I returned to my home country (no flights at the moment) - wouldn't want that again. Any suggestions? Thanks.
16 comments
Feb 24, 2026
2 months ago
Eagles*******
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So I am exploring the idea of coming to Thailand on a DTV (soft) visa via Muay Thai training. Undecided on where to live, thinking either Bangkok or Pattaya. I have been to Thailand several times and will be coming next year to scout out gyms and neighborhoods. Plan is to come in 2028 as I have obligations for tge next 2 years.

Have one question that I haven't found much info on from searching previous posts.

On a DTV visa will I be able to get a Thai drivers license or will I be able to use my international drivers permit with my US DL? I plan on leasing either a car or motorcycle when I come on my DTV.
16 comments
Feb 18, 2026
2 months ago
Edward **********
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I need to watch five videos and pass the test for the Thai driver’s license on the website:

dlt-elearning.com

I can log into the site normally and open the page where the video is supposed to play, but it doesn’t play — there’s just a circle in the middle. When I click it, a message appears saying that I need to click the link and log in again to prove that I’m not a robot. But the link isn’t clickable — it looks like plain text, not a hyperlink.

I’ve already tried everything, but nothing works. Maybe someone knows what’s going on and can help?
15 comments
Feb 15, 2026
2 months ago
Edward **********
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Hello everybody!

I would like to get a Thai drivers license.

I have a valid American drivers license and IDP as well. I have a retirement visa in Thailand. I have made an appointment with LDT already which is coming up in March.

From what I understand, I need to do these before my appointment:

1. Watch a video and answer test questions online.

2. Get a health certificate from a physician.

3. Get the residence certificate from immigration.

My questions:

1. what is the name of the test? I can’t Google it without knowing the name or if you have the site URL that would be fine as well.

2 can you recommend a clinic in Rawai for the health certificate?

3. Exactly what documents do I need to bring to immigration to get the residence certificate?
25 comments
Feb 12, 2026
3 months ago
Chris *********
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Seeing some mixed messages about getting a Thai drivers license for a scooter.

Is it possible on a tourist visa or visa exemption?

Is a certificate of residence required or will a utility bill suffice? Is the utility bill used to obtain a cert of residence?

I see that a Thai license isn't required until after 90 days, but I don't have a IDP or home country motorcycle license.

Is it possible to get an IDP without going back to my home country (US)? I'd travel to any nearby country for this, if that makes sense.
48 comments
Feb 9, 2026
3 months ago
Jed *****************
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Hi everyone. Does anyone know somebody that I can use in Phuket, Pattaya or Burriram to renew my legit Thai drivers licenses(Car & Bike) for me as I don’t have much time for myself to do it and would be of great help. Thanks 🙏🏻
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