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Drivers in Phuket demand legal registration for app transport services!
Drivers of app-based transport services in Phuket demand legal registration and suspension of law enforcement to avoid loss of income.
Drivers in Phuket demand legal registration for app transport services!
In Phuket, a group of drivers who work for app-based transport services have brought an important concern to the province's governor. They demand the opening of registration for the RY.18 system in order to gain legal access to transport and to better make a living. Loud Prachatai The situation is partly due to growing demand driven by the gradual recovery of the tourism sector.
Drivers have also pointed out that restrictions on electronic registration are a hindrance, leading to a reduced number of legal transport options. While the changes to the law were introduced in 2025, it appears that many drivers who want to run their businesses legally are suffering greatly from the new regulations.
Driver demands
The group has formulated clearly defined demands to the authorities:
- Eröffnung der elektronischen Registrierung für RY.18.
- Vorankündigung der Registrierung, sodass die Fahrer ihre Dokumente rechtzeitig vorbereiten können.
- Aussetzung der Gesetzesdurchsetzung für die Fahrer, die sich bereits in der Registrierung befinden.
Drivers attach great importance to their willingness to work closely with relevant authorities to speed up the registration process and avoid possible conflicts. They hope the government will listen to their concerns and consider the proposals to strike a balance between regulation and workers' livelihoods.
The role of public transport
According to drivers, public transport in Phuket has the potential to be strengthened by the revival of the tourism season. Many tourists prefer to use app-based transportation services due to their convenience and transparency. A banner during a recent drivers' meeting highlighted the fact that authorities should listen to citizens' voices to find a solution that allows drivers to work legally and sustainably.
Given the increased demand, it is essential that appropriate solutions are found. The drivers' willingness to talk is a sign that they want to actively contribute to improving the situation. It remains to be seen whether the government will seriously consider the drivers' suggestions and take appropriate measures to improve the legal framework.