Getting a Foreign Vehicle Permit isn't complicated once someone who's done it before is handling the coordination. Here's exactly what happens, in order, from the moment you get in touch.
Tell us your vehicle type, planned entry date and which border you intend to cross. This is the information Thai authorities need to assess your application, so the more accurate it is upfront, the smoother everything downstream.
We confirm whether your plan is workable, then send clear pricing, an expected processing time and anything specific to your vehicle or route — no vague estimates.
You'll send through your passport, driving licence, International Driving Permit, and vehicle documents and photos. We check every document before it goes anywhere near an official submission, so an overlooked detail doesn't come back to bite you weeks later.
Your application goes to Thai authorities. Motorcycles and cars generally take 7–15 working days; motorhomes and larger rigs go through a more detailed approval that runs closer to 60 working days.
We confirm your entry date and time, and if you'd like to share the border clearance fee, we help arrange a group crossing with other travellers heading the same way.
Arrive at the border with your original documents and Thai visa and immigration paperwork. A guide meets you at customs to help the crossing go smoothly from start to finish.
Entry dates and border crossings can shift — let us know as early as possible and we'll adjust your application and timeline where we can. Applying a few months ahead also gives you the most flexibility if your plans move around.