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Feb 15, 2026
2 months ago
Hello,

I am on DTV visa and would like to have both car and motorbike licenses. I have both french licenses so I just need to conver them.

My problem is I can not have a TM30 as I live with a friend and I am not on the lease. Logn story short, we can not change the lease yet.

Is there a way to do it anyway?

Can I have a TM30 from a Hotel?

Also I saw people here done it with IDP, I read about translation certified my french ambassy? How did you do?

Thank you
17 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
Aug 21, 2025
8 months ago
Craig *******
ORIGINAL POSTER
Hi, a couple questions regarding getting a Thai DL:

Do I need to have an IDP in addition to my Canadian license?

Is there an extra step to add a motorbike designation?

Thanks
14 comments
Aug 20, 2025
8 months ago
Michael *********
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Is it true that Thailand accepts the ASEAN driver licenses for driving in Thailand ? I have a Philippino DL and that would solve a big problem.👍🏻
4 comments
Jul 15, 2025
10 months ago
Hello everyone!

I just arrived in Bangkok, Thailand using my DTV visa. I’m looking to get a Thai driver’s license.

Does anyone know the steps or how to start the process? Appreciate any help!
14 comments
Jun 20, 2025
10 months ago
Andrew ********
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Thailand looking to make changes with IDP to 2 year license. Will have to take written test if this passed and cant use IDP to bypass it anymore
81 comments
Feb 3, 2025
a year ago
Hein **********
ORIGINAL POSTER
Hi I have a 2 years driving license in Thai.

May I know what do I need to upgrade to 5 years license and then, to 1 year IDP? Also, can you please advise how long it will take for each process? Thank you.
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