DLT Hat Yai (Songkhla Branch)

1 Kanjanavanich Road, Hat Yai, Songkhla 90110

Office Details

Address

1 Kanjanavanich Road, Hat Yai, Songkhla 90110

Phone

074-251-200

Hours

Mon-Fri 8:30-15:30 (queue numbers from 8:00 AM; closed weekends and Thai public holidays)

How to Get There

The DLT Hat Yai office is on Kanjanavanich Road in Hat Yai, approximately 3 km from the city center. BY CAR: From central Hat Yai, drive south on Kanjanavanich Road (Highway 407). The DLT is on the left side, well-marked with blue signage. BY SONGTHAEW: Take a Kanjanavanich-bound songthaew from the Hat Yai city center and ask for 'Kor Sor Lor' (กรมการขนส่ง). BY GRAB/TAXI: Search 'DLT Hat Yai' or 'สำนักงานขนส่งจังหวัดสงขลา สาขาอำเภอหาดใหญ่'. The fare from Hat Yai train station is typically 60-100 baht. FROM HAT YAI AIRPORT: The office is approximately 12 km — a 20-minute drive. BY TRAIN: Hat Yai Junction is a major southern railway hub. From the station, take a Grab or songthaew to the DLT (10-15 minutes).

Services Available at This Office

New driving license (car and motorcycle)

Foreign license conversion

License renewal (2-year to 5-year and 5-year renewal)

International Driving Permit (IDP)

Vehicle registration and ownership transfer

Driving test (written and practical)

License replacement (lost/damaged)

Change of address on driving license

Tips for This Office

Hat Yai DLT is the main hub for southern Thailand and serves expats throughout Songkhla province and surrounding areas.

The office is experienced with Malaysian nationals and other border-crossing applicants due to the proximity to the Malaysian border (approximately 55 km to Sadao border crossing).

English-language written test is available. Malay-language assistance may also be available — ask at registration.

The office is relatively modern and well-organized. Air conditioning is available in the main waiting area.

Arrive by 8:00 AM for the best experience. The office is moderately busy but less hectic than Bangkok or Pattaya.

Hat Yai has excellent food options nearby — the area around the DLT has multiple restaurants and street food stalls.

Parking is available on-site with a medium-sized lot. Overflow parking is available on nearby side streets.

The practical driving test course is on the same premises.

If you need a residence certificate, Songkhla Immigration has an office in Hat Yai city center on Phetkasem Road.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use a Malaysian driving license for conversion here?

Yes. The Hat Yai DLT regularly processes Malaysian license conversions. You will need your valid Malaysian license, passport, Thai visa, residence certificate, medical certificate, and a certified translation of your license if it is not in English or Thai.

Is this office suitable for expats living on Koh Lipe?

Hat Yai is the closest full-service DLT for Koh Lipe residents. The journey involves a ferry to Pak Bara pier, then a 2-hour drive to Hat Yai. Some Koh Lipe expats combine DLT visits with shopping trips to Hat Yai.

How far is the Malaysian border?

The Sadao/Dannok border crossing to Malaysia is approximately 55 km south of Hat Yai (about 45 minutes by car). The Padang Besar border crossing is approximately 60 km south.

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