Sorapong Paitoonpong, director-general of the Department of Land Transport, said the move will help manage the high volume of renewals for private cars and motorcycles, which average more than 2.5 million applicants per year, reports the Bangkok Post.
Applicants aged under 55 whose licences have not expired for more than one year will be able to apply electronically without travelling to a transport office for a physical fitness test.
The measure will reduce the need to travel and better meet the demands of the digital age, he said, adding it will also ensure citizens receive the best possible services.
The service is expected to be launched in June 2026 in cooperation with the MOPH, which already has a system in place for issuing electronic medical certificates.
A digital document-sharing model, or API linkage with the MOPH, will be set up to enable accurate, real-time verification of the origin and authenticity of documents, he said.
However, during the initial phase, medical documents may be shared only among hospitals operated by the MOPH, rather than local clinics.
Mr Sorapong said those renewing their licences online will still be required to undergo a visual aptitude test, particularly for eyesight, but will not need to visit a transport office to do so.
The DLT is also working with medical professionals to revise guidelines for physical fitness testing under the scheme to ensure all drivers meet standardised physical and visual fitness requirements, he said.