DLT Phuket (Phuket Provincial Land Transport Office)

42/2 Rattanakosin 200 Pi Road, Talad Neua, Muang, Phuket 83000 — located in Phuket Town near the Phuket Provincial Hall complex, approximately 2 km north of the Old Town area and Robinson Department Store

Office Details

Address

Phone

076-214-929

Hours

Mon-Fri 8:00-16:00 (queue numbers distributed from 8:00 AM; last queue for new license applications typically issued around 14:00; closed weekends and Thai public holidays)

How to Get There

The DLT Phuket office is in Phuket Town on Rattanakosin 200 Pi Road, approximately 2 km north of the Old Town area. FROM PHUKET AIRPORT: Drive south on Route 402 (Thep Krasattri Road) toward Phuket Town, approximately 32 km / 45-60 minutes depending on traffic. Follow signs for Phuket Town center, then turn onto Rattanakosin 200 Pi Road near the Provincial Hall. By Grab from the airport, expect to pay 500-700 baht. FROM PATONG BEACH: Take Route 4029 east over the hill toward Phuket Town (approximately 15 km, 25-35 minutes). At the junction with Route 402, head south briefly and turn onto Rattanakosin 200 Pi Road. By Grab from Patong, expect 200-350 baht. FROM KATA/KARON: Drive north via Route 4028 and Route 4021 toward Phuket Town (approximately 17 km, 30-40 minutes). By Grab, expect 250-400 baht. FROM CHALONG/RAWAI: Head north on Chao Fa West Road toward Phuket Town (approximately 10 km, 20-30 minutes). BY TAXI/TUK-TUK: Tell the driver 'Kor Sor Lor Phuket' (กรมการขนส่ง ภูเก็ต) or 'DLT Phuket Town'. Tuk-tuks in Phuket are notoriously expensive — Grab is almost always cheaper. BY GRAB: Search 'DLT Phuket' or 'สำนักงานขนส่งจังหวัดภูเก็ต'. LANDMARK: The office is near the Phuket Provincial Hall and the Phuket Land Office. If you see the Provincial Hall, the DLT is within 200 meters.

Services Available at This Office

New driving license — car (Class B) and motorcycle (Class A)

Foreign license conversion (with valid home-country license and certified translation or international driving permit)

License renewal — 2-year temporary to 5-year, and 5-year to 5-year renewal

International Driving Permit (IDP) issuance

Vehicle registration and ownership transfer

Driving test — written exam (Thai, English, and other languages) and practical driving test

License replacement (lost, stolen, or damaged)

Change of address on driving license

Provisional motorcycle license

Tips for This Office

One of the most foreigner-friendly DLT offices in Thailand — the high expat and long-stay tourist population means staff are experienced with foreign applicants from dozens of nationalities.

Arrive by 7:30 AM during peak tourist season (November-April) to secure an early queue number. During rainy/low season (May-October) the office is noticeably quieter and arriving at 8:30 AM is usually fine.

The English-language written test (50 multiple-choice questions) is consistently available here. Russian and Chinese tests are also occasionally offered — confirm at registration.

Dress modestly — avoid sleeveless shirts, very short shorts, and flip-flops. While enforcement varies, dressing appropriately avoids any potential issues at the door.

Parking is available on-site with approximately 30-40 spaces in front of the building. The lot fills up by 8:30 AM on busy days, so arrive early or use a Grab/taxi. Overflow street parking is available on nearby side streets.

English-speaking staff are common at this office. At least one or two counter staff typically speak conversational English, making it easier than many provincial offices.

Bring your own pen, water bottle, and something to pass the time — the full process (document check, color-blindness/reaction test, 1-hour safety video, written test) can take 3-5 hours on busy days.

A medical certificate clinic is located approximately 500 meters from the DLT on Rattanakosin 200 Pi Road — the fee is typically 50-100 baht. Alternatively, Vachira Phuket Hospital (the main government hospital in Phuket Town) issues certificates for similar fees.

There are several photo shops in the Phuket Town area that can provide the required 1-inch photos. The shop on Phang Nga Road near Robinson is reliable and charges 100-150 baht for 6 photos.

The practical driving test course is located behind the main building on the same premises. It includes slope start, parallel parking, S-curve, and U-turn sections. No need to travel to a separate facility.

Processing times are generally faster than Bangkok DLT offices. Expect 2-4 hours for a new license, 1-2 hours for license conversion, and under 1 hour for renewals.

If you are converting a foreign license, the process skips the full written test — you only need to complete the reaction/color-blindness tests and submit your documents, making it significantly faster (1-2 hours).

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use this office if I live in Patong, Kata, or Rawai?

Yes. The Phuket DLT serves all of Phuket province. You can visit any DLT office in Thailand regardless of where you live on the island. Whether you are in Patong, Kata, Karon, Kamala, Rawai, Chalong, or anywhere else in Phuket, this is your local DLT office.

How long does the full process take at Phuket DLT?

For a new license application, expect 3-5 hours including document check, medical/reaction tests, the 1-hour safety video, and the written test. License conversion (foreign to Thai) is typically 1-2 hours. Renewals are the fastest at 30-60 minutes. During low season, all processes are noticeably faster.

Is the Phuket DLT less busy than Bangkok?

Significantly, yes. Phuket DLT processes far fewer applicants daily than the Bangkok Mo Chit office. However, Phuket has a large expat population, so the foreign-services queue can still build up during high season (November-April). Off-season is much quieter. Compared to Bangkok where you might wait 4-6 hours, Phuket typically processes you in 2-4 hours.

Is the written test available in English at Phuket DLT?

Yes. The English-language written test is consistently available at Phuket DLT. The test consists of 50 multiple-choice questions and you need 45 correct (90%) to pass. The questions cover Thai traffic laws, road signs, and driving regulations. Study materials are available online.

Do I need an appointment at Phuket DLT?

No appointment is needed. The Phuket DLT operates on a walk-in, first-come-first-served queue system. Queue numbers are distributed from 8:00 AM. Simply arrive early, take a queue number, and wait to be called.

Where can I get a medical certificate near Phuket DLT?

There is a small clinic approximately 500 meters from the DLT on Rattanakosin 200 Pi Road that issues the required medical certificate (ใบรับรองแพทย์) for 50-100 baht. Alternatively, Vachira Phuket Hospital (the main government hospital in Phuket Town, approximately 1 km away) also issues certificates. Bangkok Hospital Phuket and Mission Hospital are other options but charge more (300-500 baht).

What if I fail the written test at Phuket DLT?

If you fail the written test, you can retake it the next business day at no additional charge. There is no limit to the number of attempts, but you must retake it on a separate day. We recommend studying the official DLT question bank before your visit — the test has a 90% pass threshold which catches many people off guard.

Is there parking at Phuket DLT?

Yes. There is an on-site parking lot with approximately 30-40 spaces in front of the building. On busy days the lot fills up by 8:30 AM. Overflow parking is available on nearby side streets. If driving is not convenient, Grab is an affordable option from anywhere on the island.

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