Hi All,

Does anyone know if it's possible to get a residence certificate at Chaeng Wattana while you wait? As I recall from the last time I got one (about 3 years ago) I went there and applied and then had to wait a few weeks for them to mail it to me. This time I want the certificate for a new drivers licence, and since I'll be travelling in 3 weeks I'd prefer to get the certificate (and the licence) right away.

Also any updates on the procedure? I expect to take a filled out application form, a copy of my lease, and three photos (although last time they didn't require the photos). Anything else?

Thanks for any suggestions,

TG

it is still 3 weeks.

Not sure what they want. It should be the same as before.

Check if you need it to renew and what is needed, if you have a work permit, that is often accepted while other shave gotten a leter from the local amhur, police etc and have had mixed success with that. Depending on the office they use to get the DL.

Alternatively you can get a certificate of residence from your embassy, at a price...

Check if you need it to renew and what is needed, if you have a work permit, that is often accepted while other shave gotten a leter from the local amhur, police etc and have had mixed success with that. Depending on the office they use to get the DL.

Alternatively you can get a certificate of residence from your embassy, at a price...

Mario,

Thanks but I'm not sure I understand you. I'm on a retirement extension of stay. No work permit. I need to replace my Thai drivers licence because it was stolen. I have the police report but I still need an updated residence certificate. I might go to the Canadian embassy for it but years ago they charged me $50 which was pretty outrageous and I wouldn't be surprised if it's more now. I'm hoping I could go to Chaeng Wattana and beg them to give me the certificate on the spot rather than send it out (since I won't have time to wait before travelling) but I'm doubtful they'll do it.

TG