Used Scooter Buying: Am I supposed to go to the DMV and register it and change the ownership to my own name? Seems like most expats just buy it and don't register or change the ownership to their name. Also, is buying insurance for it necessary?

I need to get my Thai Drivers License.

I have a valid Drivers license from the USA.

I believe I need to get some paper from immigration office before going to Thai DMV (whatever its called here, Ministry of Transportation?).

What is the name of the paper I need to get from Immigration?

What do I need to bring down with me to Immigration?

Does it cost anything?

I will be using Pattaya Immigration office. Anybody know how long I will wait? is it same day? Can it be done in 10 minutes? or all day?

Is the land transport department renewing driving licenses yet??