Expired 2-year License Renewals in BKK

[CWA14]

Hello. I've had a look through the forum on renewing my Thai car and motorcycle licenses both of which expired in March 2019. I just moved back to Thailand last month after being out of Thailand for 2 years (hence the expired licenses). While I've got a bunch of information sorted (thanks!) I have a few more questions more related to my circumstances.

 

1. I live in On Nut so I planned on heading to the DLT Area 3 at Sukhumvit 61. However, are there other more efficient, foreigner-friendly branches in BKK? I can head elsewhere in/near BKK (or just outside BKK) if it'll be less wait and/or hassle.

 

2. I'm legally in Thailand on my first 90-day permission to stay of a Non-O visa. For proof of residence, I take it I can only get an embassy letter (which I'm resigned to getting/paying for). I can't get a Certificate of Residency through Cheang Wattana Immigration as I haven't received a one-year extension of stay + done a 90 day report there. Is there any other work around to prove residence (e.g signed lease + TM30) other than the above options?

 

3. Are Bangkok DLTs only renewing expired 2 year licenses for another 2 years? If so, do other DLTs in nearby provinces (e.g. Nonthaburi, Pathum Thani, and Samut Prakan) have this policy? Would really appreciate a 5-year renewal of both licenses if possible.

 

4. I understand foreigners cannot make appointments using the online system available. Would I have any luck turning up with everything in order and getting things sorted same-day (I realize that's very wishful thinking)? How long is it taking for appointments to be issued?

 

5. Is there any cheap and convenient clinic in/near On Nut to get the medical certificate sorted to renew both my drivers licenses?

 

6. I have a valid US Drivers License with a valid International Drivers Permit. Will this make the renewal process easier for either (or hopefully both) licenses? 

 

Thanks in advance! 

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Bang Chak (Sukhumvit soi 61) require an appointment which (for non-Thais) needs to be made in person.  They check your documents when you make the appointment and give you a appointment card. I made mine at the end of August, and got a renewal (5-year) date for 24 December.

 

I believe the office at Mor Chit will do walk-ins, but if you're not in a hurry to renewal, the appointments will be less hassle.

 

I've always found Bang Chak quite 'foreigner friendly'.