How it works, documents and terms
Everything you need to prepare and every cost, on one page.
Pick your dates and book
Choose pickup and return on the site — you see which cars are free and the exact price at once. Book, enter name, phone and email.
Transfer THB 2,000 to hold
Scan the PromptPay QR and transfer THB 2,000 (same for every car, counts toward your deposit), upload the slip, and we confirm by email within minutes.
We deliver
We bring the car fully charged, check the documents you sent us, take the rental plus remaining deposit, and walk you through charging in five minutes.
Return and refund
Drop it back or we collect it. Once checked, your deposit is refunded within 24 hours.
What you need to bring
Thai drivers
- Thai ID card
- Valid Thai driving licence
- Age 21 or over, licence held for at least one year
Foreign drivers
- Passport, photo page and entry stamp
- International Driving Permit, or a home licence written in Roman script
- Age 21 or over
Terms worth reading
| Booking | Your booking is confirmed once the deposit clears. We send a confirmation with the car details and pickup point over chat. |
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| Documents before pickup | Send photos of your driving licence and ID card — passport for foreign visitors — to LINE @maesotev before the pickup day. We check them before every handover, and without them we may not be able to release the car. |
| Late return | Beyond 1 hour late it is THB 200 an hour · beyond 3 hours it counts as one more rental day · if your booking already runs past a full 24-hour cycle, the price on the site includes this. |
| Changes and cancellation | Cancel 24 hours or more before pickup for a full refund. Less than 24 hours, no refund. One free date change if you tell us 24 hours ahead and a car is free. |
| Who may drive | Someone else may drive and we do not need their documents in advance — but the person named on the agreement must be in the car. Every driver needs a valid licence. |
| Where you may drive | Anywhere in Thailand. Tell us before you leave Tak province so we can plan charging with you. The car may not leave Thailand. |
| In an accident | Call us immediately, and call 1669 if anyone is hurt. Do not move the car until the police arrive. Every car carries comprehensive insurance; the THB 5,000 excess applies only if you are at fault. |
| If the car breaks down | Call us at any point during the rental. If the fault is the car, we collect it and arrange a replacement at no extra cost. |
| Not allowed | Smoking in the car (THB 2,000 cleaning fee), driving under the influence, letting an unlicensed person drive, and any illegal or commercial passenger use. |
Common questions
How much does it cost to rent a car in Mae Sot?
From THB 1,400 a day for the BYD Dolphin, 1,500 for the Geely EX2, 2,200 for the BYD Seal 6, and 2,800 for the Tesla Model 3. The longer you rent, the lower the daily rate: three days from THB 3,900, a month from THB 24,000. Comprehensive insurance and free delivery in town are already included.
What documents do I need to rent a car?
Thai renters bring a driving licence and ID card, and the driver must be 21 or over. Send photos to LINE @maesotev before pickup day: we check them every time before handing the car over, and without them we may not be able to release the car. Foreigners need a different set — see “Can foreigners rent?” below.
Can I pick the car up at Mae Sot Airport?
Yes — delivery to Mae Sot Airport (MAQ) is free. Send us your flight when you book and we will be waiting at the meeting point. We also deliver to the bus terminal, hotels and the border crossing. Full details on the Mae Sot Airport car rental page.
Where can I charge in Mae Sot?
Both the public chargers around town and any hotel with an ordinary wall socket — every car comes with its charging cable. The spots we have checked ourselves, with a map and opening hours, are on the EV guide page.
How much charge do I return it with?
You get it at 100%. Return it with the same remaining range you received; any shortfall is THB 1.5 per kilometre — get it at 400 km, return at 380 km and you pay THB 30. Never run it to 0%: if the car strands and needs a tow, you pay for the tow.
Can I drive to Tak or Umphang?
Yes. Mae Sot to Tak and back is 172 km on a single charge. Umphang is 164 km one way, so charge there before heading back. Tell us and we plan it with you.
Can foreigners rent?
Yes. Bring your passport and either an International Driving Permit or a home licence in Roman script, and be 21 or over. We speak English on WhatsApp and LINE.
How much is the deposit?
You transfer THB 2,000 to hold the car, the same for every model. The full deposit is THB 3,000–10,000 depending on the car (the 2,000 counts toward it) and the remainder is paid at pickup with the rental. Refunded in full within 24 hours after return and inspection.
What if I have an accident?
Call us immediately, and 1669 if anyone is injured. Leave the car where it is until the police arrive. Every car carries comprehensive insurance, with a THB 5,000 excess only if you are at fault.
Do you deliver outside town?
Yes. Free within 10 km of the municipal office. Beyond that it is charged in 5 km bands, from THB 100 at 11–15 km up to THB 950 at 96–100 km. Crossing the Tak–Mae Sot mountain road is THB 600 each way, and Bangkok or Chiang Mai is a flat THB 5,000. Full table on the pricing page.
How far ahead should I book?
A day or two is usually enough, but we only run a small fleet and long weekends and holidays fill fast. A week ahead is safer.
What is the minimum rental?
One day, counted as 24 hours from the time you actually collect the car.
How do I pay?
THB 2,000 by PromptPay when you book to hold the car; the rental and remaining deposit are paid at pickup, cash or transfer. No Thai bank account? Request confirmation without a transfer on the booking page and pay everything in cash at pickup. Receipts available.
I have never driven an EV. Is it hard?
Easier than a petrol car. No gears, just press and go. We spend five minutes on the controls and charging at handover, and you can call us any time.
My hotel has no charger. Is that a problem?
No. A full battery covers several days around town. If you do need a top-up we will point you to a working charger, or collect the car and charge it for you inside town.
How long does charging take?
DC fast charging takes roughly 25 to 30 minutes from 30 to 80%. A normal wall socket overnight adds about 10 to 15% an hour.
Do you have child seats?
Yes, free to borrow subject to availability. Tell us the age and weight of the child when you book.
Does it have Apple CarPlay?
The Geely EX2, BYD Dolphin and BYD Seal 6 all support Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The Tesla Model 3 runs its own system with no CarPlay, but Bluetooth and music streaming work as normal.
Can I drive into Myawaddy, Myanmar?
No. The car may not leave Thailand under any circumstances. The insurance would not cover it and it breaches the agreement.
Can I return outside opening hours?
Yes, always by prior arrangement. Normal hours are 08:00–18:00. Outside them: THB 200 for 18:00–22:00 and 04:00–08:00, THB 300 for 22:00–04:00.
Can I extend mid-rental?
Yes. Message us at least 12 hours before the end. If nobody has booked the car after you, we extend it at the rate for the new length.
Is there a dashcam?
Every car has a front-facing dashcam, for the protection of both sides. No audio is recorded in the cabin.
Should I wash it before returning?
No need. Ordinary road dust is on us. Unusual mess such as thick mud or stains inside is charged at cost.
Will you have more cars?
Five right now, from a city car through an SUV up to a full-size sedan. All of them are ours and maintained by us. We would rather run a small fleet in genuinely good condition than a large one we cannot keep on top of. Tell us what you would like us to add.
Ready to go?
Send us your dates. We reply within minutes during opening hours.