DLT Office Directory
Find the Department of Land Transport office nearest to you. Complete with addresses, opening hours, services available, and insider tips for foreigners.
DLT Offices by City
31 offices, sorted by city. Call before you go: at several offices the last queue number for new license applications goes out around 14:00.
DLT Bangkok (Mo Chit / Chatuchak Main Office)
Thailand's busiest DLT and the one most practised with foreign applicants — BTS Mo Chit, English written test always available. Arrive by 7:30.
DLT Bangkok Area 5 (Chatuchak Branch)
Area 5 — the area office inside the same Phahonyothin compound as the headquarters; the counters and practical test course most 'DLT Chatuchak' searches mean.
DLT Phuket (Phuket Provincial Land Transport Office)
One of the most foreigner-friendly offices in Thailand — English test always available, on-site practical course, 2 km from Phuket Old Town. Book Smart Queue in high season.
DLT Chiang Mai (Chiang Mai Provincial Land Transport Office)
Office No. 2 at Mae Hia on Hang Dong Road — the office most foreigners use, with a dedicated foreigner counter. Book Smart Queue for November-February.
DLT Pattaya Office (Chonburi Branch, Bang Lamung)
The Bang Lamung branch — one of the busiest offices for foreigners in Thailand; covers Pattaya, Jomtien, Na Jomtien, Bang Saray and Koh Larn. Book Smart Queue.
DLT Koh Samui (Surat Thani Provincial Transport Office, Koh Samui Branch)
The Lipa Noi branch on the west coast, about 5 km south of Na Thon, for Samui, Phangan and Tao — limited daily capacity, and IDPs may need the Surat Thani mainland office. Arrive at 8:00.
DLT Hua Hin (Prachuap Khiri Khan Provincial Land Transport Office, Pranburi Branch)
There is no DLT inside Hua Hin town — the Pranburi branch at Khao Noi, 20 km south, is the office for Hua Hin, Pranburi and Sam Roi Yot. Quiet and retiree-friendly.
DLT Krabi
A small, quick provincial office in Krabi town — the office for Ao Nang, Krabi Town and Koh Lanta residents.
DLT Chiang Rai
The provincial office for Chiang Rai city and the far north — small and fast compared with Chiang Mai.
DLT Udon Thani
Isaan's main expat office, on Mittraphap Road 3 km south of Udon Thani city centre.
DLT Chonburi (Chonburi Provincial Land Transport Office, Mueang Chonburi)
The provincial headquarters on Sukhumvit Road at Nong Mai Daeng, Mueang Chonburi. It is not in Si Racha: the Si Racha branch near Laem Chabang has its own page.
DLT Hat Yai (Songkhla Branch)
Songkhla's main office in Hat Yai — the office for the deep south and the Malaysian border crossings.
DLT Nonthaburi
The provincial office for Nonthaburi — Pak Kret, Bang Yai, Bang Bua Thong and Bangkok's northern suburbs.
DLT Rayong (Rayong Provincial Land Transport Office)
Rayong Provincial Land Transport Office at Noen Phra, on the western edge of Rayong city — the office for Map Ta Phut and Eastern Seaboard workers; Klaeng has a branch for the east of the province.
DLT Buriram Office
A quiet provincial office for Buriram province; bring a Thai speaker or use our escort service.
DLT Korat (Nakhon Ratchasima) Office
The provincial office for Nakhon Ratchasima, the gateway to Isaan.
DLT Bangkok Area 3 (Phra Khanong / Bang Chak, Sukhumvit 62)
Area 3 at Sukhumvit 62 — the natural choice if you live along Sukhumvit, Thong Lo, Ekkamai, On Nut or Bang Na. A short walk from BTS Bang Chak.
DLT Bangkok Area 1 (Bang Khun Thian / Rama 2)
Area 1 off Rama II Road — quieter than Chatuchak and the closest office for south-west Bangkok, Thonburi and the Rama 2 corridor.
DLT Bangkok Area 2 (Taling Chan)
Area 2 west of the river — covers Taling Chan, Bang Phlat, Bangkok Noi, Bang Khae and the Thonburi-side districts; car or Grab only.
DLT Bangkok Area 4 (Nong Chok / Min Buri)
Area 4 in far-east Bangkok — covers Min Buri, Lat Krabang, Bueng Kum, Khan Na Yao and Nong Chok; opens 8:30.
DLT Samut Prakan (Samut Prakan Provincial Land Transport Office)
The provincial office for Bang Pu, Bang Phli, Bearing and the Suvarnabhumi side of the city — BTS Kheha then a Grab; opens 8:30.
DLT Si Racha (Chonburi Provincial Land Transport Office, Si Racha Branch)
Chonburi's Si Racha branch, out at Thung Sukhla 2 km from Laem Chabang port — not in Si Racha town. The nearest DLT for Sriracha and Laem Chabang.
DLT Phang Nga, Takua Pa Branch (the DLT for Khao Lak)
The Takua Pa branch is the only DLT within half an hour of Khao Lak: 26 km away, against 105 km from Bang Niang to the Phuket office.
DLT Cha-am (Phetchaburi Provincial Land Transport Office, Cha-am Branch)
Cha-am's own DLT branch in Khao Yai subdistrict: 11 km from Cha-am beach, with Phetchaburi Immigration 2.6 km down the road.
DLT Khon Kaen (Khon Kaen Provincial Land Transport Office No. 1)
Licences are issued at Office No. 1 on Sun Ratchakan Road in town, not at the big Office No. 2 on Mittraphap Road, which handles cars.
DLT Ayutthaya (Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Provincial Land Transport Office)
The provincial office beside Central Ayutthaya on Highway 32, east of the old city. Its listing says it opens at 8:45, later than most.
DLT Surat Thani (Surat Thani Provincial Land Transport Office)
The mainland provincial office on Kanchanawithi Road (Highway 401) at Bang Kung, for Surat Thani town and the fallback for the islands.
DLT Ubon Ratchathani (Provincial Land Transport Offices No. 1 and No. 2)
Two city offices: No. 1 on Thep Yothi Road in town and No. 2 on the bypass at Kham Yai. Phone first to check which one handles your licence.
DLT Pathum Thani (Provincial Land Transport Office and Khlong Luang Branch)
Two offices: the provincial office at Ban Chang on the west bank, and the Khlong Luang branch inside the Khlong Luang freight station on the Rangsit side.
DLT Nong Khai (Nong Khai Provincial Land Transport Office)
The provincial office in Nong Khai's government centre, about 450 m off Route 233 at the City Pillar Shrine. Immigration is in the same town.
DLT Samut Sakhon (Samut Sakhon Provincial Land Transport Office)
The provincial office off Rama II Road at Tha Chin. Its listing says 8:00-15:00, earlier than most, so don't turn up mid-afternoon.
Which Bangkok DLT office is mine?
Bangkok has one headquarters compound and five area offices. For a driving licence you can use any of them; vehicle registration and tax follow the district your car or bike is registered in.
- Chatuchak / Mo Chit (headquarters, Area 5) — the busiest office and the most experienced with foreign applicants; Chatuchak, Lat Phrao and the north of the city.
- Phra Khanong / Bang Chak (Area 3, Sukhumvit 62) — Sukhumvit, Thong Lo, Ekkamai, On Nut, Khlong Toei, Watthana, Prawet, Suan Luang and Bang Na; a short walk from BTS Bang Chak.
- Bang Khun Thian (Area 1, Rama 2) — Bang Khun Thian, Thonburi, Khlong San, Rat Burana and Yan Nawa; quieter than Chatuchak, car or Grab only.
- Taling Chan (Area 2) — Taling Chan, Bangkok Noi, Bangkok Yai, Bang Phlat, Bang Khae, Phasi Charoen, Nong Khaem, Thawi Watthana and Phra Nakhon.
- Nong Chok / Min Buri (Area 4) — Min Buri, Lat Krabang, Bueng Kum, Khan Na Yao, Khlong Sam Wa, Saphan Sung and Nong Chok; opens at 8:30.
- Just outside Bangkok: Nonthaburi for the northern suburbs and Samut Prakan for Bang Phli, Bang Pu, Bearing and the Suvarnabhumi side.
Heading to the Pattaya DLT office?
The Bang Lamung branch handles most foreigner applications on the Eastern Seaboard. Our guide to converting a foreign driving license in Pattaya covers the documents that office asks for, the queue, and what it costs on the day.
What to Expect at the DLT
First time at a DLT office? Here is what to expect so you can prepare.
Check-In & Queue
Upon arrival you will take a queue number and wait in the main hall. Arrive early as numbers are limited and the halls fill up quickly.
Busy Waiting Areas
DLT offices can get very crowded, especially mid-morning. Bring water, snacks, and something to read while you wait for your number to be called.
Navigate the Building
Larger DLT offices have multiple floors for different services. Look for directory signs to find the correct floor for driving license services.
Hallway Queues
During peak times, queues can extend into the hallways. Patience is key. Having all your documents ready will speed up the process once you reach the counter.
Inside a Real DLT Office
See what a typical DLT office visit looks like. These photos were taken at actual DLT offices across Thailand.
General Tips for Visiting DLT Offices
Arrive Early
DLT offices open at 8:00 AM and queue numbers are limited. Arrive by 7:30 AM for the best experience, especially during peak season.
Dress Appropriately
Some DLT offices enforce a dress code. Avoid shorts, sleeveless tops, and flip-flops. Closed-toe shoes and long pants are safest.
Bring All Documents
Missing even one document means you will be turned away. Use our document checklist to ensure you have everything before you go.
Bring Copies
Have photocopies of your passport, visa page, entry stamp, and departure card. Some offices charge for copies, and they may not have a copier available.
We Accompany You to the DLT Office
No need to navigate the DLT alone. Our team escorts you, handles all Thai-language communication, and ensures your visit goes smoothly.