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Can Foreigners Drive in Thailand?

Yes, foreigners can drive in Thailand if they have the correct driving documents. Visitors are generally expected to carry a valid driving license and an International Driving Permit when driving or renting a vehicle in Thailand. An IDP does not replace your original driving license. You should carry both documents together while driving.

What Documents Do You Need?

Valid Driving License

You must have a valid driving license from your home country.

International Driving Permit

Foreign visitors should carry an IDP together with their original license when driving in Thailand.

Passport

You may also be asked to show your passport or passport copy during police checks or vehicle rental.

Get Your English–Thai IDP

Apply online with your valid driving license and receive an officially valid English–Thai IDP on the same day.

Important Driving Tips in Thailand

Drive on the left side of the road.
Always wear a helmet when riding a motorbike.
Carry your driving documents with you.
Make sure your license matches the vehicle type.
Check rental insurance before driving.

Official Information About Driving in Thailand

Thailand’s official government information states that foreign tourists who wish to drive in Thailand must have a driving license valid for use in Thailand. Accepted documents include an International Driving Permit under the 1949 Geneva Convention on Road Traffic or a driving license issued by another ASEAN member country