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Le yellow book, or yellow tabien baan (ทะเบียนบ้าน, form Tor Ror 13), is the Thai house registration book issued to foreigners. It is the foreigner’s counterpart of the blue book (Tor Ror 14) that every Thai household keeps, and it is issued under Section 38 of the Civil Registration Act B.E. 2534 (1991). It records the house number and the people living at the address; it says nothing about who owns the house. This guide explains what the yellow house book proves, which sections of the Act govern it, how it differs from the blue book, and how to apply for one at your district office (amphore, ou khet in Bangkok).
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Qu’est-ce qu’un Ta Bian Baan ou “ enregistrement de maison ” en Thaïlande ?
A Ta Bian Baan (ทะเบียนบ้าน) is Thailand’s official house registration document. It proves residency for Thai citizens and permanent residents. It lists the names and personal details of individuals registered at a specific address, establishing their legal domicile. The house book is what people are asked for when they deal with the state, for enrolling a child in school, applying for an identity card, and completing all manner of legal and administrative business. Those uses belong to the book generally, and in practice mostly to the blue one; what the yellow book does for a foreigner is set out further down. It is typically maintained at the district office and is required to demonstrate residency in a particular area.
It doesn’t say who the owner of the house is, but shows the house “holder(s)” and “resident(s)”. Often, Thai people think the ownership of the house is linked to the Thai house book. When translated from Thai to English, "Ta bien" means "registration." "Baan" means "house." Together, they create the term "house registration book" or "Thai House Book."
A large majority of Thai individuals possess a Thai house book. It serves as a residency verification document or a proof of address. This Thai house book holds significant importance for Thais, particularly when engaging in official transactions. For example, when someone wants to register a vehicle, this document is needed. It is important for the registration process at the Department of Transport and for transportation needs. Foreigners without this document can show a letter from the local Bureau de l'immigration. This letter must verify their address. This document is referred to as a “Certificate of Residence.” You can find an article about the certificate or residence under “immigration” section of our website.
En Thaïlande, les employeurs s'informent fréquemment sur le “ Ta bien baan ” des candidats potentiels.
Exemples de livres de maison thaïlandais
La Thaïlande possède deux types de registres fonciers : le registre jaune et le registre bleu.
Exemple de livre Blue Thai House
There is one exception. Foreigners with Résidence permanente can be included in a Blue House Book. The statutory basis is Article 36 of the Civil Registration Act (house registration for non-Thai nationals having a residence in the Kingdom), applied through clause 44 of the Regulations of the Central Registration Bureau on Civil Registration B.E. 2535 (1992).
2) Le Ta Bien Baan jaune (To.Ro.13) pour les étrangers.
Exemple de Ta Bien Baan jaune
The house book should not be mistakenly taken as a legal documentation pertaining to ownership. This document states the house “holder” and people “residing” in the property. It is prepared under the Civil Registration Act B.E. 2534 (1991), as amended by Act No. 2 B.E. 2551 (2008) and Act No. 3 B.E. 2562 (2019). Section 34 paragraph four of the Act says so in terms: no person may rely on a house number or a house registration to show that he has rights in, or is the owner of, land.
Legal basis: the Civil Registration Act B.E. 2534 (1991)
The house registration system is not a local custom of each amphur. It is created by the Civil Registration Act B.E. 2534 (1991), as amended in 2551 (2008) and 2562 (2019), and administered by the Department of Provincial Administration of the Ministry of Interior. The full English text of the Act is in our Bibliothèque juridique thaïlandaise. The sections a foreigner should know are these:
- Section 4 defines the house, the house registration (ทะเบียนบ้าน), the householder (เจ้าบ้าน, the head of the household who possesses the house as owner, tenant or otherwise), the dweller (a person whose name appears in the book) and the Central House Registration (ทะเบียนบ้านกลาง).
- Article 29 creates the presumption that a person named in a house registration lives and has his domicile there. This is why banks, the Land Transport Office and courts accept the book as proof of address.
- Sections 30 to 30/2 require the householder to report a move-out and a move-in within fifteen days, and let the person moving report the move personally.
- Article 34 governs house numbers and, in paragraph four, states that a house number or a house registration may not be relied on to show any right in, or ownership of, land.
- Article 36 is the basis of the blue book (Tor Ror 14) for Thai nationals and for non-Thai nationals having a residence in the Kingdom, which is why a foreigner with permanent residence can be entered in a blue book.
- Article 38 is the basis of the yellow book (Tor Ror 13): the district or local registrar prepares a house registration for non-Thai nationals staying in the Kingdom temporarily under the Immigration Act, and for their children born in Thailand. When the foreigner’s permission to stay ends, the registrar removes the entry.
- Sections 38/1 to 38/3 govern the identity card for non-Thai nationals, the pink card, which is valid for ten years and must be renewed within sixty days of expiry. Section 38/3 adds an exception worth knowing if you are retiring here: once the holder reaches seventy, the card already held is valid for life.
- Article 39 gives the copy of the house registration to the householder for safekeeping and requires it to be updated within fifteen days of any change.
- Article 50 makes it a criminal offence to use false evidence or to obtain an unlawful entry in a house registration; for a non-Thai national the penalty is six months to five years in prison and a bien of 20,000 to 200,000 baht. Never let an agent “arrange” an entry at an address where you do not live.
- Article 51 and the fee schedule: a late report is regularised by paying a late-notification fee of up to 1,000 baht rather than by prosecution.
2. Demande de livre de maison thaïlandais ou Ta Bian Baan
La demande de ce document se fait individuellement auprès du bureau d'enregistrement local, appelé Amphur (ou Khet à Bangkok). L'obtention du permis de construire est généralement effectuée par les constructeurs, les promoteurs ou les architectes en charge de la construction de votre maison. Le prix de ce permis n'est pas très élevé, mais il faut suivre certaines procédures.
Even if there is a National regulation for obtaining the Yellow House Book, each district can have their own rules. You will have to show relevant proofs of identity, which may include pictures to apply for a yellow tabien baan. Most Amphurs will require a letter from your Embassy stating that you are residing in Thailand but some don’t! You should call the local administration office. Ask them what documents you need before applying for a yellow tabien baan on your own. Interviews and witnesses can be asked.
Les documents nécessaires pour obtenir un jaune Vous trouverez Ta bian baan à Nakhon Ratchasima en cliquant sur le lien ci-dessous.
Comment les étrangers peuvent utiliser leur ta bian baan jaune
Pour les étrangers, ce livret peut servir à obtenir un permis de conduire thaïlandais ou à acheter une voiture. Il peut également être utilisé lors d'une demande de prolongation de visa. Cependant, il n'est pas obligatoire et un certificat de résidence peut suffire. Certains affirment qu'il permet de bénéficier de la couverture santé des hôpitaux publics thaïlandais. Nous n'avons toutefois pas pu le confirmer.
Qu'est-ce qu'un Ta Bian Baan Klang ?
A Ta Bian Baan Klang (ทะเบียนบ้านกลาง) is a central house registration record maintained by the local district office in Thailand. A Ta Bian Baan Klang is different from a standard house registration (tabien baan). It is for people who do not have their names in a permanent house book. It is the register for people who are not listed in an ordinary house book, and for most people it is not something they choose. Section 30 paragraph one puts you there automatically: where someone has reported a move-out and has not moved into another house within thirty days of that report, the registrar enters their name in the central house registration. The Act defines it in Section 4, alongside the house registration itself. This record ensures that Thai citizens and legal residents can still access essential governmental services and complete official procedures, including those related to residency in Thailand.
Who ends up in the central house registration
Le Ta Bian Baan Klang est particulièrement utile dans les situations suivantes :
- Locataires ou résidents temporaires : il s’agit de personnes vivant dans des logements locatifs. Le propriétaire ne les inscrit pas sur le registre foncier (carte grise jaune) du logement.
- Personnes sans domicile fixe ou déplacées : Les citoyens sans adresse permanente peuvent utiliser cette inscription pour garantir leurs droits légaux.
Enfants ou personnes à charge : Les mineurs ou les enfants adoptés non inscrits au registre du domicile familial peuvent avoir besoin de ce document. Il est important pour l’inscription scolaire, l’obtention d’une carte d’identité ou d’autres démarches juridiques.
Ce type d'enregistrement permet de prouver son domicile dans un quartier. C'est utile pour les personnes qui ne possèdent pas de titre de propriété.
Comment s'inscrire à un Ta Bian Baan Klang ?
Pour faire une demande de Ta Bian Baan Klang, suivez ces étapes :
Rendez-vous au bureau de district local : Allez au amphoe ou le khet où vous résidez actuellement. Il s'agit généralement de l'autorité administrative qui supervise votre zone.
Bring what identifies you and what ties you to the district:
a Thai identity card if one has been issued; and proof that you live in the district, such as a rental agreement or a letter from the property owner.
Additional documents like birth certificates or adoption papers for dependents may be required to obtain a yellow tabien baan.
The district office may conduct a verification process to ensure the applicant genuinely resides within their jurisdiction. Once approved, your name will be listed in the Ta Bian Baan Klang. This will let you start legal processes such as applying for an identity card or registering for benefits. It is a separate register from the yellow book, and being in one says nothing about the other.
Pourquoi un Ta Bian Baan Klang est-il important ?
A Ta Bian Baan Klang helps people without permanent house registration. It ensures they can access rights and services under Thai law. It is a helpful solution for people in temporary living situations. It also helps those facing legal and administrative issues about residency. This system is important for protecting citizens' rights. It makes sure that no one is left out of essential benefits because of their housing status.
Last reviewed: 7 September 2026. Sections 4, 29, 30, 30/1, 34, 36, 38, 38/1 to 38/3, 39, 50 and 51 of the Civil Registration Act B.E. 2534, and the fee schedule annexed to it, were read in Thai from a consolidated text carrying both the B.E. 2551 and B.E. 2562 amendments. The statutory statements above were checked against that text and left as they stood; what changed is the central house registration material, which cited nothing and described as an application something Section 30 does automatically. Not verified in this review: the paragraph number given for the ownership rule in Section 34, and the district-by-district document practice, which is practice rather than law.
FAQ sur Yellow House Book en Thaïlande
Qu'est-ce qu'un tabien baan jaune ?
Le tabien baan jaune est un registre de domicile en Thaïlande destiné spécifiquement aux étrangers. Il sert de justificatif de domicile pour un étranger en Thaïlande et se distingue du tabien baan bleu, qui est réservé aux citoyens thaïlandais.
En quoi un tabien baan jaune diffère-t-il d'un tabien baan bleu ?
The blue tabien baan (Tor Ror 14) is issued under Section 36 of the Civil Registration Act to Thai nationals and to non-Thai nationals who have a residence in the Kingdom, which in practice means permanent residents. The yellow tabien baan (Tor Ror 13) is issued under Section 38 to foreigners staying in Thailand temporarily on a visa or extension of stay, and to their children born in Thailand. Both books record the house number and the people living at the address, and neither is proof of ownership.
Quels sont les avantages de posséder un tabien baan jaune ?
Posséder un tabien baan jaune présente plusieurs avantages, notamment un accès facilité à certains services et avantages juridiques en Thaïlande, comme la possibilité de demander un permis de conduire thaïlandais ou d'ouvrir un compte bancaire. Ce document permet également de justifier de sa résidence dans le pays.
Quelles sont les conditions requises pour obtenir un tabien baan jaune ?
Pour obtenir un tabien baan jaune, il faut généralement fournir une preuve de propriété ou de location d'une maison ou d'un appartement, un passeport valide, un visa et des documents traduits en thaï. Les exigences spécifiques peuvent varier selon le district ou le bureau d'enregistrement local.
Les étrangers peuvent-ils demander une carte d'identité thaïlandaise avec un tabien baan jaune ?
Yes. Once a foreigner is entered in a yellow tabien baan, the district office can issue the identity card for non-Thai nationals, the pink card, under Sections 38/1 to 38/3 of the Civil Registration Act. The card carries the same 13-digit identity number as the yellow book, is valid for ten years and must be renewed within sixty days of expiry.
Comment peut-on faire une demande de livret d'enregistrement de maison jaune en Thaïlande ?
To apply for a yellow house registration book in Thailand, one must visit the district or local registration office, amphur or tessaban, with the necessary documents, including proof of residency and identification, and complete the application process.
Est-il obligatoire pour tous les étrangers d'avoir un tabien baan jaune ?
No. The Civil Registration Act leaves the detail of which non-Thai nationals must register to Ministerial Regulations, and district offices treat the yellow tabien baan as optional for foreigners on a temporary stay. It is worth having if you own a condominium or a house, or plan to stay long-term, because it is the simplest proof of address under Section 29 of the Act and the gateway to the pink ID card.
L'obtention d'un tabien baan jaune confère-t-elle la résidence permanente en Thaïlande ?
Non, l'obtention d'un tabien baan jaune ne confère pas le statut de résident permanent en Thaïlande. Il sert uniquement de justificatif de domicile pour les étrangers et n'a aucune incidence sur leur statut de résident.
Un étranger titulaire d'un permis de séjour jaune (tabien baan) peut-il acheter un bien immobilier en Thaïlande ?
Posséder un certificat de propriété jaune (tabien baan) ne modifie pas les restrictions légales relatives à la propriété immobilière pour les étrangers en Thaïlande. Les étrangers peuvent être propriétaires d'appartements en copropriété, mais la propriété foncière est généralement soumise à des restrictions et nécessite d'autres démarches juridiques.
PS: If you can’t get a Yellow Ta Bien Baan or a Certificate of Residence by the Immigration Authorities, you might be able to get a police report that will do the same thing. You must go at a police station, show proof of your identity and residence. They should make a report. Some police stations refuse to do it, some will charge you 20 baht, some will charge more.
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