Before renting a car in Thailand, you should think about the consequences of a possible car accident, because the police in such cases primarily blame farang, even if the perpetrator of the accident is not him. I think a few of my tips will help you with your rental. By the way, my website has a brief article on the peculiarities of the Thai Traffic Rules, as well as an article that reveals the actions if you get into an Renting a rental car (by the way, you can also rent a car through the online service 12 Go Asia).
Documents for renting a car
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To rent a car, you will need the necessary minimum documents:
- A photocopy of your passport. Under no circumstances should you give the original to any service, even if they insist on it.
- A photocopy of your driver’s license. The original and a photocopy of your B-category driver’s license, it would be a great advantage if you have Thai license.
- Collateral. In some cases, a credit card will be required, but it’s better to leave it as cash. If you use cash as collateral, the amount may increase several times.
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Price
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Car rental prices in Thailand depend on the region, condition of the car and the period for which the car is provided. You can rent a small car for an average of 1000 baht per day. In Thai Islands the cost will be higher.
Fueling
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Thailand’s gas stations are many, so you are sure to find one of them somewhere nearby. But truck rental in Thailand does not include the cost of gasoline. So you will pay for it by yourself.
ParkingParking in big cities like Bangkok is quite difficult, it’s one of the main problems for the tourist. Even in large population centers there are narrow roads, and if you park your car there, you block the way for all the other drivers. The way out – parking near shopping malls and hotels. On islands and highways it’s much easier.Insurance
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Car insurance in Thailand has some special features. When you conclude a contract, it specifies the type of auto insurance. Read it carefully. There are several types of insurance:
- In case of damage, the entire amount of the repair is covered.
- The amount up to 5000 baht is covered. That is, if the total amount of damage is less than 5,000 baht, you pay for it. And if, for example, it is 7,000 baht, you pay 5,000 baht and the insurance company pays the remaining 2,000 baht. There can be different amounts of insurance.
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Renting a car in Thailand is not a problem. But be careful when driving out on the highway. Particular attention should be paid to respecting the distance and the speed limit. If you prefer to drive a bike, check out the helpful instructions on renting a bike in Thailand. And also one of the ways to divorce when renting.
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