Thai Pink ID Card (Identification Card for Foreigners)

The Thai Pink ID Card is an official identification card issued by local district offices (Amphur) for eligible foreigners living in Thailand. While it is not a replacement for a visa or work permit, it provides convenient identification for everyday activities.

Benefits

Official Thai Identification – Accepted across Thailand as a valid form of ID.
Easier Transactions – Use for banking, SIM card registration, hotel check-ins, and other services.
Domestic Travel – Accepted for domestic flights and interprovincial travel instead of a passport.
Quicker Verification – Simplifies interactions with government agencies and businesses.
Permanent Record – Links your name and foreigner ID number to the Thai civil registration system.
Convenient for Long-term Residents – Especially useful for retirees, business owners, and property holders.

Requirements

Requirements may vary slightly by province, but generally include:

Valid Passport (with a valid visa or extension of stay).
Certificate of Residence from Immigration or your local municipality.
House Registration (Tabien Baan) – Proof of being registered at a Thai address (yellow house book is common).
Photos (usually 1-inch size, recent).
Application Fee – Typically 60–80 THB.
Thai-speaking witness (in some districts) to verify your identity.

Eligibility

Foreigners with long-term visas (retirement, work, marriage, permanent residence, etc.).
Holders of permanent residence or those listed in the local household registration (Tabien Baan).
Not available for short-term visitors or tourists.