The Bukit Bunga border is a quieter land crossing located in Kelantan, often used by travellers heading into Narathiwat and nearby southern Thai districts. Compared to major checkpoints, Bukit Bunga offers a more relaxed and less congested crossing, making it suitable for drivers who prefer a calmer border experience.
If you are planning to drive your own vehicle into Thailand via Bukit Bunga, the guide below covers everything you need to know—from location and operating hours to immigration clearance and vehicle approval.
Border Overview
- Location: Bukit Bunga, Kelantan
- Operating hours: 6.00AM – 7.00PM
- Thailand province: Narathiwat Province (Entering via Waeng District / Ban Buketa)
Peak Traffic Periods
Bukit Bunga is generally less congested, 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 smoothest clearance. Late afternoons may slow down as the border approaches closing time.
STEP 1: Malaysian Immigration
- Queue at the “Cars to Thailand” lane
- Drive to the immigration counter
- Present passports for exit stamping (driver and all passengers)
- Proceed onward to the Thai checkpoint
Remarks: This step is usually fast and straightforward, except during peak holiday periods.
STEP 2: Thailand Immigration Counter
- Park your vehicle near the immigration counters
- All passengers and the driver must exit the vehicle
- Both driver and passenger(s) queue at the immigration counter and present:
- Passport (for entry stamp)
- TDAC (Digital Arrival Card)
Submit the Digital Arrival Card: https://tdac.immigration.go.th
- The driver will then queue separately for vehicle declaration and present:
- 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 3 (LAST STEP): Final Customs Clearance
- Present the approved vehicle declaration documents to Thai customs officers
- Officers may verify the vehicle licence plate number
- Once cleared, you may drive into Waeng District and other parts of Narathiwat Province
Bukit Bunga is ideal for travellers looking for a quiet alternative to Rantau Panjang. 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. Before beginning your road trip to Thailand from Malaysia, don’t forget to familiarize yourself with the border operating hours.
