Client at the DLT office with Thai driving license

Conduire en Thaïlande — Guide complet pour les étrangers

Code de la route, sécurité routière, assurance, guides de location et conseils pratiques pour les étrangers qui conduisent en Thaïlande. Tout ce que vous devez savoir avant de prendre le volant.

En Thaïlande, on roule à gauche, les règles de circulation sont spécifiques et la culture de conduite demande un temps d'adaptation. Les routes peuvent être imprévisibles — mais des millions d'étrangers y conduisent en toute sécurité chaque jour. Avec le bon permis, une assurance adéquate et un peu de préparation, vous le pouvez aussi.

Vous trouverez ci-dessous des guides sur le code de la route, les procédures en cas d'accident, la location de voitures, l'assurance et bien plus. Choisissez un sujet pour commencer.

Guides de conduite

Thai Traffic Rules for Foreigners

Thai Traffic Rules for Foreigners

A practical overview of Thailand's traffic rules — focusing on what is different from Western countries and what foreign...

Lire le guide
Thai Road Signs Explained

Thai Road Signs Explained

Thai road signs follow international conventions but have some unique elements. This guide covers every sign type you ne...

Lire le guide
Driving Without a License in Thailand — Risks and Consequences

Driving Without a License in Thailand — Risks and Consequences

Many foreigners drive in Thailand without a valid license, either knowingly or unknowingly. Here are the real consequenc...

Lire le guide
Thai Driving Fines and Penalties Guide

Thai Driving Fines and Penalties Guide

A comprehensive reference of traffic fines and penalties in Thailand — what each violation costs and how the penalty sys...

Lire le guide
Drunk Driving Laws in Thailand: Penalties, Limits & Checkpoints

Drunk Driving Laws in Thailand: Penalties, Limits & Checkpoints

Thailand has strict drunk driving laws with a 0.05% blood alcohol limit and severe penalties including imprisonment. Che...

Lire le guide
Electric Bike and Scooter Laws in Thailand

Electric Bike and Scooter Laws in Thailand

What are the rules for electric bikes and scooters in Thailand? Registration, licensing, popular models, charging option...

Lire le guide
Car Insurance in Thailand for Foreigners

Car Insurance in Thailand for Foreigners

Understanding Thai car insurance — the compulsory coverage, voluntary options, and why having a valid licence is critica...

Lire le guide
Renting a Car in Thailand — What You Need to Know

Renting a Car in Thailand — What You Need to Know

Everything you need to know about renting a car in Thailand — the licence requirements, insurance considerations, and pr...

Lire le guide
Renting a Motorcycle or Scooter in Thailand

Renting a Motorcycle or Scooter in Thailand

Renting a scooter is incredibly common in Thailand — and also one of the riskiest activities for foreigners. Here is wha...

Lire le guide
How to Buy a Used Motorcycle in Thailand — Complete Guide

How to Buy a Used Motorcycle in Thailand — Complete Guide

Buying a motorcycle or scooter in Thailand as a foreigner is straightforward if you know the process. This guide covers ...

Lire le guide
Motorcycle Rules in Thailand — What Every Rider Must Know

Motorcycle Rules in Thailand — What Every Rider Must Know

Everything you need to know about riding a motorcycle or scooter in Thailand legally and safely — from license requireme...

Lire le guide
Vehicle Inspection in Thailand: Complete Guide

Vehicle Inspection in Thailand: Complete Guide

Everything about vehicle inspections in Thailand — when they are required, what is checked, where to go, costs, and how ...

Lire le guide
How to Get a Thai Residence Certificate for Your Driving License

How to Get a Thai Residence Certificate for Your Driving License

A residence certificate from Thai Immigration is one of the mandatory documents for your driving license application. He...

Lire le guide
Proof of Address in Thailand for Foreigners

Proof of Address in Thailand for Foreigners

A complete guide to proving your Thai address as a foreigner — which documents are accepted by DLT, banks, and immigrati...

Lire le guide
Thailand Road Tax Guide: Vehicle Registration Renewal

Thailand Road Tax Guide: Vehicle Registration Renewal

Everything you need to know about annual road tax (vehicle registration renewal) in Thailand — rates, payment options, r...

Lire le guide
TM.16 Form Thailand: Residence Certificate Application

TM.16 Form Thailand: Residence Certificate Application

Step-by-step guide to the TM.16 residence certificate application form — what it is, how to fill it out, required docume...

Lire le guide
TM.18 Form Thailand: Notification of Residence

TM.18 Form Thailand: Notification of Residence

A guide to the TM.18 form — the notification of residence for foreigners in Thailand. Learn the difference between TM.16...

Lire le guide
DLT Thailand: Department of Land Transport Complete Guide

DLT Thailand: Department of Land Transport Complete Guide

Everything you need to know about the DLT (Department of Land Transport) — Thailand's agency for driving licenses, vehic...

Lire le guide
DMV Thailand: Thailand's Equivalent of the DMV

DMV Thailand: Thailand's Equivalent of the DMV

Thailand does not have a DMV — the equivalent agency is the Department of Land Transport (DLT). Here is how to navigate ...

Lire le guide
DLT Office Near Me: Find Your Nearest DLT Office in Thailand

DLT Office Near Me: Find Your Nearest DLT Office in Thailand

How to find the nearest DLT office in Thailand — addresses for major cities, Google Maps tips, and guidance on which off...

Lire le guide
Can Foreigners Drive in Thailand? Complete Guide

Can Foreigners Drive in Thailand? Complete Guide

A comprehensive guide to driving in Thailand as a foreigner — legal requirements, practical realities, police checkpoint...

Lire le guide
Driving an Electric Vehicle in Thailand: Complete Guide

Driving an Electric Vehicle in Thailand: Complete Guide

Thailand's EV market has exploded — electric vehicles now account for 18% of all new car sales. This guide covers everyt...

Lire le guide
EV Charging Stations in Thailand: Networks, Locations & Tips

EV Charging Stations in Thailand: Networks, Locations & Tips

Thailand now has over 3,720 charging stations with 11,622 chargers across the country. This guide covers every major net...

Lire le guide
Toll Roads and Expressways in Thailand: Complete Guide

Toll Roads and Expressways in Thailand: Complete Guide

Thailand's expressway network is the fastest way to navigate Bangkok and travel between major cities. This guide covers ...

Lire le guide
Road Safety Tips for Foreigners Driving in Thailand

Road Safety Tips for Foreigners Driving in Thailand

Thailand consistently ranks among the world's most dangerous countries for road fatalities. As a foreigner, understandin...

Lire le guide
Parking in Thailand: Rules, Costs & Tips for Foreigners

Parking in Thailand: Rules, Costs & Tips for Foreigners

Parking in Thailand follows different rules and customs than most Western countries. This guide covers everything from l...

Lire le guide
GPS and Navigation Apps for Driving in Thailand

GPS and Navigation Apps for Driving in Thailand

Choosing the right navigation app makes driving in Thailand dramatically easier. This guide compares the best options, c...

Lire le guide
Thai Driving Etiquette: Unwritten Rules Every Foreigner Should Know

Thai Driving Etiquette: Unwritten Rules Every Foreigner Should Know

Thai driving culture has many unwritten rules that are not in any handbook. Understanding these customs will make you a ...

Lire le guide
What to Do If You Have a Car Accident in Thailand

What to Do If You Have a Car Accident in Thailand

Being in a car accident in a foreign country is stressful. This guide gives you a clear, step-by-step procedure to follo...

Lire le guide

Informations clés sur la conduite en Thaïlande

On roule àgauche
Vitesse en ville60 km/h
Vitesse sur route90 km/h
Vitesse sur autoroute120 km/h
Taux d'alcoolémie légal0,05 %
Ceinture de sécuritéPlaces avant (obligatoire)
Casque obligatoireObligatoire pour les motos
Numéro d'urgence191 (police) / 1669 (ambulance)

Questions fréquentes

De quel côté de la route conduit-on en Thaïlande ?
En Thaïlande, on conduit à gauche, comme au Royaume-Uni, en Australie et au Japon. Le volant se trouve à droite du véhicule. Si vous venez d'un pays où l'on roule à droite (France, Belgique, Suisse), soyez particulièrement vigilant aux intersections et lors des dépassements.
Est-il prudent de conduire en Thaïlande en tant qu'étranger ?
Conduire en Thaïlande nécessite une prudence accrue. La Thaïlande a l'un des taux de mortalité routière les plus élevés au monde. Cependant, avec un permis valide, une assurance adéquate, une conduite défensive et une connaissance de la culture locale de conduite, de nombreux étrangers conduisent en toute sécurité chaque jour. Les autoroutes et voies express sont généralement bien entretenues.
Ai-je besoin d'un permis de conduire thaïlandais pour conduire en Thaïlande ?
Pour les résidents de longue durée, oui. Les touristes peuvent utiliser un Permis de Conduire International (PCI) pour les courts séjours. Toutefois, un permis thaïlandais offre la protection juridique la plus fiable et garantit la validité de votre assurance.
Quelles sont les limitations de vitesse en Thaïlande ?
Les limitations par défaut sont de 60 km/h en zone urbaine, 90 km/h sur les routes rurales et 120 km/h sur les autoroutes/voies express. Respectez toujours les panneaux de limitation affichés, qui peuvent différer des limites par défaut.

Obtenez votre permis avant de conduire

La chose la plus importante avant de conduire en Thaïlande est d'obtenir un permis valide. Nous prenons en charge l'intégralité du processus — des documents à l'accompagnement au DLT.

WhatsAppDémarrer le chat