How could I get a drivers license? Do I need a work permit to own a car?

PART 1

Driver's licenses can only be obtained at the Ministry of Land Transport.

For foreigners applying for a Thai driver's license, they are required to provide the following documents:

1. Passport (Original and photocopies)

2. Work Permit (Original and photocopies) OR Letter of certification of their local address (in Thailand) issued by their Embassy.

3. Medical Certificate

Examination that would be undertake are:

· Theory

· Practical (including eye sight and driving skills)

If the applicant has an international driver's license, then he/she would not have to take the practical examination.

PART 2

In owning a new car (without Dealer's financing services), on some occasions, the Ministry of Land Transport will request to see the Owner's work permit, but on some occasions, they don't.

In owning a new car (with Dealer's financing services), you are definitely required to have a work permit which would specifically be used for financing issues.

In terms of obtaining the registration number plates, you (as the owner) would be required to show the House Registration, of which would be used to record in the Car Registration Book. On some occasions, your Dealers (Sale Agent) would facilitate and co-ordinate with the Ministry of Land Transport Officer in registering the plate numbers. contact sunbelt Legal Advisors for more info.

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