Editing Thailand

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=Visiting {{PAGENAME}}=
''Give a brief overview of what it's like to visit. How easy is the border, how safe is the country, are there great things to see and do, etc.''

=Entering {{PAGENAME}} with a Car or Motorbike=
'''Correct as of: <span style="color:red">October 2014</span>'''

==Required Paperwork== 
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* Passport of registered owner (original and 1 copy)
* Drivers license of registered owner (original and 1 copy)
* Vehicle registration (original and 1 copy)

* A [[Carnet de Passage]] is '''NOT''' mandatory to enter enter Thailand.

==Process at border==
Following stamping passports are some forms of vehicle documents completed before obtaining the temporary import permit for the vehicle. However, you sign on the temporary import permit, that in case of exceeding the allowed time frame, you have to pay a huge fine. The vehicle is not registered in the passport. Entry takes about one hour.

==Cost of entry==
The vehicle is free.
The entry per person costs <price cost="200" currency="THB" /> at the Tha 2 Thai-Laos Friendship Bridge Checkpoint[https://goo.gl/maps/IDoxH].

==Permitted length of stay==
30 days

==Extension of stay==
For the vehicle the temporary import permits one month duration. Before the time limit extend in a custom office. This is free of charge and can be given for another montah, but not over the end of the visa. Running simultaneously from the visa, it must first be renewed before the vehicle papers may be extended. Customs stations are available in every district, but also at ports.

For the extension the following documents are required
* Passport with valid visa
* temporary import permit
* vehicle documents

==Storing a vehicle and temporarily leaving the country==
''Describe if/how a vehicle can be stored, and for how long.'' <br />
''Also mention if the owner / temporary importer can leave the country while the vehicle is in storage.''

==Exiting with a vehicle==
On exit, the temporary import document is stamped and the vehicle from the computer (if available) discharged. To be safe and to avoid problems when re-entry, you should ask nicely for a copy of the stamped document. For a new entry, the data are already stored in the computer and the entry is much faster because only the paper must be printed and signed.

=Driving in {{PAGENAME}}= 
==Recommended books for Overlanding in {{PAGENAME}}==
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==Travel insurance for {{PAGENAME}}==
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==Vehicle insurance requirements==
Not required but recommended.

==Cost of vehicle insurance==
At Checkpoint Tha 2 Thai-Laos Friendship Bridge, you can buy insurance for <price cost="200" currency="THB" /> (30 days).

==Where to purchase vehicle insurance==
At Tha 2 Thai - Lao friendship bridge.
Aother border crossings, this was not possible. 
Long-term insurance (1 year) can be completed in almost any TESCO.

==Driving license==
International or National Driving Permit.

==Driving side of road==
Left side of the road.<br />
No Problems with LHD vehicles.

==Mandatory items in vehicle==
''State any mandatory items that must be carried in the vehicle.
(i.e. safety triangle, first aid kit, fire extinguisher, etc.)''

==Roads==
===General Road quality===
The road network in Thailand is very good and paved. Even the most minor roads are in good condition. Many four-lane roads pass through the country. The only exception to this is the extreme northeast and northwest of the country. In the mountainous regions of northern Thailand, the streets are narrow and twisted.

===Road signs===
''Briefly describe the overall quality & existence of road signs for directions and hazards.''

===Toll roads===
Only in the metropolitan area of Bangkok are toll roads.

==Bribery in {{PAGENAME}}==
Only when entering from Laos the officer has tried instead of 200THB entry fee to swindle 500 THB. Among the Thais bribing is spread by officials.

==Checkpoints==
Only in the politically unstable region on the border with [[Myanmar]], we were stopped several times by the military. When they saw that we are foreigners, we could however go on immediately.

==Traveling with pets==
''List the entry requirements and anything else required to travel with a pet.''

=Gas price in {{PAGENAME}} and Diesel price in {{PAGENAME}}=
'''Last updated: <span style="color:red">October 2014</span>'''<br />

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! Gasoline Grade
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| Regular (87)
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| Super (88)
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| Premium (90)
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| Ultra (95)
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| Diesel
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==Gas and Diesel Availability / Frequency==
The station network is very well developed.

==Gas and Diesel Quality==
''Discuss if gasoline / diesel considered "clean" or "dirty", and generally high or low quality.''<br />
''State the sulfur content of diesel, if known.''

=Safety and Security Considerations=
==Driving at night==
''Discuss driving at night and if it should it be avoided. Mention why.''

==Vehicle parking==
''Discuss if vehicles can be parked on the street, if they are considered "safe" at night.''
''If vehicles can not be parked on the street, list the other options that exist.''
There is a new for 2016 a purpose  built overlanders stop  with all facilities (example showers toilets and safe parking over night) 100 km south east of Bangkok not fare from Pattaya called Plodd Stop in banglamung Thailand  Google overlanders Thailand.com for directions or Plodd stop.

==Special driving considerations==
''A List of special things to be careful of (i.e. Unsigned speed bumps, abnormal road rules, people or animals on the road, etc.).'' <br/>
''List any roads that are not recommended to drive for safety or other security reasons.''

==Security advisories and information==
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=Camping in {{PAGENAME}}=
Camping is surprisingly very popular with the Thais. There are official campsites, usually located in national parks, but also wild camping, for example on beaches is common. The Thais have recognized the potential of campgrounds and there are now an increasing number of private campgrounds. The equipment limited to showers and toilets, sometimes there is electricity and sun shelters.

Wild camping and informal camping (at gas stations, parking lots) is not a problem.

==Camping guide books==
''List and link to books specifically for camping.''

==Drinking water==
Taps can be found everywhere. However, the water is not drinkable in all of Southeast Asia. For drinking water production a special filter system or the purchase of everywhere available 20 liters water dispenser for little money is recommended.

=Navigation=
==Paper maps==
Reise Know-How are amoung the best paper maps. Purchase paper maps before arriving in {{PAGENAME}}
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==GPS Maps of {{PAGENAME}}==
''Review different GPS companies, quality and coverage (Tomtom, Garmin, OSM, Tracks4Africa).''
''(with links to each).''

==GPS co-ordinates for camping, propane, gas, repairs, etc. in {{PAGENAME}}==
* [http://ioverlander.com/ iOverlander] is a website and iPhone application designed by Overlanders, for Overlanders. It contains GPS co-ordinates and reviews for camping, hotels, propane, water, mechanics, borders and much more.
''Link to sites that have a list of GPS co-ordinates (or directions) for camping locations (including "wild" campsites), propane filling, gas stations, repair shops, places of interest, etc.''

=Special Overland Travel interests=
''List any special items / places that are popular with Overlanders''

=Vehicle Maintenance=
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==Local Garages==
''Add known good mechanics here.''

=Buy or sell a car or motorbike in {{PAGENAME}}=
'''Buy'''<br/>
''Describe how a foreigner can buy a vehicle.''
''List any difficulties or limitations on where the vehicle can be driven.''

'''Sell'''<br/>
''Describe how a foreigner can sell a foreign-plated vehicle, or list not possible.'

=References=
''Links to the source of any information - blogs or discussion forums, etc.''
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=Helpful External links=
''Add any helpful external links here.''
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