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🇮🇳 India → Thai Driver Licence
Indian Driving Licence (LMV / MCWG / MCWOG / HMV) · Convention: Geneva 1949
Quick Answer
Translation route: Attest at the Embassy of India Bangkok (Attestation Service, INR 620 ≈ THB 260) via the eSathi appointment portal. Total turnaround: 3–5 day(s) (นัดสถานทูต) + 1 วัน DLT. Motorcycle is issued as a SEPARATE licence (รยจ.). No road test required (physical/vision/reaction tests still apply).
DLT reciprocity notes
DLT accepts Indian state licences universally. MCWOG (motorcycle without gear) converts to Thai AT-only รยจ.
Pitfalls
- Learner (L-plate) licences cannot be converted.
- HMV (Heavy Motor Vehicle) does NOT map to Thai บ.2.
- The address on Indian licences often differs from passport — bring an Aadhaar/PAN copy as backup.
Documents to prepare
- ✓ Passport + current visa (Non-Imm)
- ✓ Original foreign licence + 2 copies
- ✓ Certified translation (per country route)
- ✓ Immigration/Embassy residence certificate
- ✓ Medical certificate (≤ 30 days old)
- ✓ 2× 1-inch photos
- ✓ IDP if held (for reference)
- ✓ Thai address proof (lease/tabien)
FAQ
- Should I upgrade my state licence to Smart Card first?
- Recommended — a Smart Card via parivahan.gov.in avoids issues with regional-script fields.
- How long is the eSathi wait?
- Usually 1–2 weeks; longer during Indian festival periods.
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