Wang Kelian is a scenic and relatively quieter land border between Malaysia and Thailand, located in Perlis and popular among travellers heading towards Satun Province. This crossing is especially favoured by travellers who prefer a calmer route compared to major borders like Bukit Kayu Hitam and Padang Besar.
If you are planning to drive your own vehicle into Thailand via Wang Kelian, below are four simple steps to guide you through the process—from border location and operating hours to immigration clearance and vehicle approval.
Border Overview
- Location: Wang kelian, Perlis, Malaysia
- Operating hours: 6.00AM – 7.00PM
- Thailand province: Satun Province (Entering via Wang Prachan / Khuan Don District)
Peak Traffic Periods
Wang Kelian is less congested than major borders, but traffic may increase during:
- Friday evening
- Saturday morning
- School holiday
- Public holiday
Tip: Enter early in the morning (6:00–8:00 AM) for the fastest clearance.
Late afternoons may be slower.
STEP 1: Malaysian Immigration
- Queue at the “Cars to Thailand” lane
- Drive to the counter
- Present passports for driver and all passengers for exit stamping
- Drive onward to the Thai checkpoint
Remarks: Usually this process is fast unless during peak periods
STEP 2: Thai Immigration Checkpoint
- Park your vehicle at designated parking
- Passengers and driver required to exit vehicle
- For passenger, to line up at passenger immigration counter present these:
- Passport
- TDAC (Thailand Digital Arrival Card) copy
Submit your Digital Arrival Card in advance at: https://tdac.immigration.go.th
- While for the driver to line up at the driver declaration booth next to passenger immigration counter the building and present these documents:
- Passport (for entry)
- TM2 – Vehicle information
- TM3 – Temporary vehicle import permit
Overtime Fees (may apply after 5 PM & during Public Holidays)
|
Car / MPV / Van |
Driver: 25 THB (≈ RM3+) |
Passenger: 5 THB (≈ RM0.60+) |
|
Motorcycle |
Rider: 10 THB (≈ RM1.30) |
Pillion: 3 THB (≈ RM0.40+) |
STEP 3: Thai Customs – Vehicle Declaration
- After your passport is stamped, proceed to the nearest customs or immigration counter to request a vehicle declaration form.
- Original car grant
- Passport
- Copy of Thailand motor insurance (CI/VI)
- TM2 – Vehicle information
- TM3 – Temporary vehicle import permit
Additional Requirement (If Applicable)
If the vehicle is not under your name:
- Authorisation letter
- Copy of owner’s ID
If the car is company’s vehicle:
- Company authorisation letter (letterhead)
- SSM page 9,24 &49
STEP 4 (LAST STEP): Final Customs Clearance
- Show the approved vehicle declaration documents to the customs officer
- Officers may verify the vehicle plate number.
- Once cleared, you may drive into Satun Province
Wang Kelian is a quieter and more relaxed border, ideal for travellers seeking minimal congestion. Planning ahead is everything in preparing your trip into Thailand. With Drive2Thai, you can easily get your Thai motor insurance and CI/VI, and TM2 and TM3 forms online and have these sent directly to your email so you’re border-ready before you arrive.
