sadako Posted March 31, 2005 Share Posted March 31, 2005 Hey all , Can I buy a car and drive it legally when living in Thailand , and must I take a Thai driving test ? Cheers to all Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sezzo Posted March 31, 2005 Share Posted March 31, 2005 Yes you can buy a car in Thailand. From what I am led to believe buying one in your name can only be achieved if you have a tourist or Non-imm visa. I bought one recently and used my licence from Australia only. I was informed by a policeman on my 5th or 6th time that I was asked for my licence that I require a International Drivers Licence in addition to my aus licence or I need to get a thai drivers licence. This can only be achieved if you have a non-imm visa. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crossy Posted April 1, 2005 Share Posted April 1, 2005 Brief info. As a tourist you need your national licence and an International Driving Permit. If you have a non-immigrant visa you can easily get a Thai licence, no driving test if you have a valid IDP (just a simple eye test and reaction test). There is a link to full info on the Thai-Visa homepage (scroll down a bit). DC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thaicoon Posted April 1, 2005 Share Posted April 1, 2005 I always carry the both Licences with me in the car, i have never had a problem, the only problem i get is the UK international, they only last for 12 months. then you have to renew. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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