Voluntary car insurance is an optional coverage that car owners can purchase in addition to the Compulsory Motor Insurance (Por Ror Bor). It provides protection for the vehicle, the driver's life, and the property of third parties. There are several types of voluntary insurance, including Class 1, 2+, 2, 3+, and 3, each offering different levels of coverage depending on the needs and budget of the car owner.
Details of Voluntary Car Insurance:
Compulsory Motor Insurance (Por Ror Bor)
Compulsory Motor Insurance, required by law for all vehicles, provides coverage for medical expenses and compensation for victims of car accidents. It does not cover damage to the insured vehicle.
Aspect
Compulsory Motor Insurance
(Por Ror Bor)
Voluntary car insurance
Status
Required by law
Optional
Coverage
Covers people only (medical expenses, death compensation)
Optional
Vehicle Damage
Does not cover damage to your car
Coverage depends on the insurance type
Purchase Condition
Required for all vehicles to renew registration
Can be purchased according to individual needs

Premiums start from approx. 12,000 THB, depending on vehicle and conditions
• Covers repair costs for your car only when colliding with another vehicle
• Third-party property and bodily injury
• Medical expenses for driver & passengers
• Personal accident & bail bond coverage
• Does not cover theft, fire, flood, or collisions with non-vehicles
Premiums start from approx. 6,000 THB
Third-Class Insurance is the most affordable option, suitable for those who want coverage only for damage to third parties, without protection for their own vehicle.
Premiums start from approximately 2,000 THB, depending on vehicle and conditions
This insurance is required by law for all vehicles in Thailand. It covers injuries and fatalities from road accidents, regardless of fault.
Coverage under the Compulsory Motor Insurance (Por Ror Bor)
Medical expenses: up to 30,000 THB per person
Compensation for death or permanent disability: up to 35,000 THB per person
Additional compensation (if not at fault):
Does not cover damage to the insured vehicle