One of the key responsibilities for every car owner is renewing your annual vehicle tax, commonly known as renewing your car registration. However, many people don’t have the time to handle it during weekdays, which leads to the common question: Can you renew your car tax on weekends? Can you do it online? And what documents do you need?
This guide rounds up everything you should know, including where to renew on weekends, what you’ll need to prepare, and the step-by-step process for renewing your vehicle tax.
Renewing car tax online
You can renew online either via the DLT Vehicle Tax app or the Department of Land Transport (DLT) e-Service website or the DLT Vehicle Tax application, available on both iOS and Android. You can renew your tax anytime 24 hours a day, including (weekdays, weekends, and public holidays. You can also renew compulsory motor insurance (Por Ror Bor) at the same time. Here are the steps for the online tax renewal:
Please note: The website may be in Thai, so using a browser with translation features (like Google Chrome) can help navigate the process.
- Prepare your vehicle registration booklet and license plate number.
- Go to https://eservice.dlt.go.th and log in or create an account.
- Select “Annual Tax Payment”, fill in the information, and proceed to submit.
- When prompted, select “Purchase Por Ror Bor” if you need to renew your compulsory insurance.
- Enter your vehicle details, complete the payment, and wait for the documents to be delivered to your mailing address.
You can choose to pay with cash at participating bank counters, e-Banking, or credit / debit card. There are no extra service fees beyond the standard tax amount. Your tax sticker and receipt will be mailed to you within 10 days with the postage fee of THB 32.
Renewing car tax at shopping malls (weekends)
Some DLT service points operate inside shopping malls, making it easier to renew tax on weekends. Operating hours may vary by branch so it’s best to call ahead.
- Big C (14 branches) — Open 9:00–17:00
(Lat Phrao, Ramintra, Ratchadapisek, Phetkasem, Sukhaphiban 3, On Nut, Chaengwattana, Samrong, Suwinthawong, Samut Prakan, Bang Yai, Bang Na, Bang Pakok, Bang Bon)
Note: Bang Pakok and Bang Bon close at 16:30.
- Central Mall Branches
- Central Westgate: 10:00–17:30
- Central Chaengwattana: 10:00–17:30
- Central Salaya: 10:00–18:30
- CentralWorld: 11:00–18:00
Also available at Thanya Park and Paradise Park from 10:00 to 17:00.
Renewing via self-service kiosk
Kiosk machines allow you to pay and receive the tax sticker immediately. They are located at:
- DLT Bangkok Area Offices 1–5
- Ministry of Transport
- Joint Transport Service Centre (near King Taksin Bridge)
Renewing at 7-Eleven (Counter service)
You can renew your tax conveniently at any 7-Eleven branch, if:
- Your car is under 7 years old or motorbike under 5 years old
- Your tax is not overdue by more than 1 year
- You are renewing within 90 days before expiration
Vehicles older than this must first be inspected at an approved inspection centre.
Required documents to renew your vehicle tax
To avoid delays, it’s helpful to prepare all required documents before renewing your tax. In most cases, you’ll need these key items:
- A copy of the vehicle owner’s ID card or passport
- A copy of the vehicle registration booklet
- Proof of valid compulsory motor insurance (Por Ror Bor)
- A Vehicle Inspection Certificate (for cars over 7 years old and motorcycles over 5 years old)
Did you know? Older cars get tax discounts
Many people aren’t aware that the older your car is, the greater the tax discount you’re entitled to. The discount increases based on the vehicle’s age:
- 6 years old: 10% off
- 7 years: 20% off
- 8 years: 30% off
- 9 years: 40% off
- 10 years+: 50%
Vehicle tax rates for 2025
The cost of annual vehicle tax in 2025 varies depending on the vehicle type and license plate colour.
1. White licence plate with black letters
For private passenger vehicles up to 7 seats (e.g., sedans, pickup trucks). The tax is calculated based on engine size (CC):
| Engine size (cc) | Tax rate |
| 1 – 600 cc | THB 0.50 per cc |
| 601 – 1,800 cc | THB 1.50 per cc |
| 1,800 cc and above | THB 4.00 per cc |
2. White licence plate with green letters
Mostly used for personal pickup trucks or vehicles with more than 7 seats. The tax is calculated based on vehicle weight:
| Vehicle weight (kg) | Tax rate |
| 50 – 750 | THB 450 |
| 751 – 1,000 | THB 600 |
| 1,001 – 1,250 | THB 750 |
| 1,251 – 1,500 | THB 900 |
| 1,501 – 1,750 | THB 1,050 |
| 1,751 – 2,000 | THB 1,350 |
| 2,001 – 2,500 | THB 1,650 |
3. White licence plate with blue letters
For passenger vehicles with 7 seats or more (e.g., vans, family vans).
| Vehicle weight (kg) | Tax rate |
| Under 1,800 | THB 1,300 |
| Over 1,800 | THB 1,600 |
Final thoughts
Online renewal remains the easiest and most convenient method. No travel, no queues, and your documents are delivered to your home. And if you’re renewing Por Ror Bor, you can complete it in the same process.
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