URAL SIDECAR - Thailand border big problem. HELP !

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Robby 3 Wherls

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I've been traveling the world in a Ural sidecar since 2021 and I'm currently at the Thai border, having come from Malaysia.

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Thai customs won't issue me a temporary import permit because they claim sidecars aren't allowed in Thailand.

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The agency that issues the permits says the same thing.

I have all the necessary documents, including the CPD (Carnet de Passage en Douane). According to the regulations, it should be possible.

What should I do?

Robby 3 Wheels
 
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Heineken said:
Are there any independent agents based at the border that can give advice ?
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It's written in my text; the agencies tell me the same thing as the customs officers: they don't accept sidecars in Thailand for temporary vehicle imports. An agency employee there tried to find a solution, but after two hours, he confirmed that a three-wheeler isn't recognized by the Thai authorities. I'm surprised because what I've read online suggests it's possible, especially since my sidecar isn't homemade but built and sold as is by the Russian brand Ural.
 
There are many sidecars in Thailand, but im told they need to remove the sidecar for registration, no help in your case.

I may suggest to post your predicament on FMRT Facebook page (Foreign Motorcycle Riders Thailand) and there might be someone that can help/ advise you what to do, it has a huge following
 
I actually wonder if it because it is a foreign registered, "non-local" registered bike and you need an agent to get you a permit to enter & not just ride in. Not because it is a sidecar.

DavidFL

Thread 'New Transit Import Rules'

There's been a lot of publicity lately about a clamp down on foreign vehicles coming into the country.

Driving in Thailand: Foreign tourists face strict controls

it is generally agreed this is aimed at the masses of Chinese cars pouring in over the border at holiday & festival times

On the Thai customs website there are 3 links to look at

http://tta.customs.go.th/Announce/Summary.pdf

http://tta.customs.go.th/Announce/Condition.pdf

Thailand Transport Application

It is still not 100% clear if this applies to motorcycles,, but my border contact today said that...
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