Tips on Thailand (Import of a Vehicle)

THE TEMPORARY IMPORT OF A VEHICLE FOR THE PURPOSE OF TOURISM

1. Valid International Driving Licence and passport or equivalent documents are required.

2. Vehicle registration or, in the case of a borrowed vehicle, authorization documents from the owner are required.

3. Cash guarantee or bank guarantee or self-guarantee is required. If Vehicle is brought in through Bangkok Airport or Khlong Toei Port, cash guarantee or bank guarantee is essential. If entry is via land across the southern border then it is acceptable to guarantee oneself by completing the customs form, giving necessary details to the customs officer and signing the record.

4. Permission is granted for a 6 month period from the date of entry.

5. In the case of having requested to bring thc vehicle in for a period of just 5-10 days and then wishing to extend the length of stay, a renewal can be granted free of charge by the Customs Department.

6. Procedure:

(1) Contact the customs office at the relevant border.

(2) Custorms officer will complete an additional incoming

form and at the same time check documents as in No.2 above and also fix the self-guarantee.

(3) In the case of cash or bank guarantee, the customs officer will evaluate the price of the vehicle according to its conditions plus 20%. For further information, please contact the Customs Department, Tel. 2490431-40

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