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IDP vs certified translation vs local licence

Choose the wrong document and you may be uninsured or unable to drive legally abroad.

International Driving Permit (IDP)

The destination recognises IDPs under a convention Thailand is party to, short stays

認証機関
Department of Land Transport
目安期間
Usually same-day once documents are complete
注意点・差し戻しの原因
An IDP is only valid alongside the Thai licence and has a limited validity

Certified translation + legalisation

The destination does not accept IDPs but accepts a certified translation

認証機関
Translator, Department of Consular Affairs and/or the destination embassy
目安期間
Variable — days to weeks
注意点・差し戻しの原因
Mistranslated vehicle classes or restrictions change how your entitlement is read

Convert to or sit for a local licence

Long stays, employment, or permanent relocation

認証機関
The destination's transport authority
目安期間
Highly variable — some jurisdictions exchange, others require testing
注意点・差し戻しの原因
Letting the Thai licence expire abroad usually removes the exchange option

備考: Timelines above are practical estimates from live casework and can change with each authority's policy; confirm with the receiving authority before you plan. If you would rather not test routes by trial and error, our advisers (15+ years of casework) can assess your case and handle the whole chain for you.

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