13th month pay
in Thailand.

SALARY PAYMENT IN Thai baht (THB, ฿)

CONTRACT LANGUAGES Thai / English

PAYROLL TAX 5.2% – 6%

PAYROLL CYCLE Monthly

TIME TO HIRE 12 hours

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Is there a 13th month pay in Thailand?

Unlike some of Thailand’s neighbouring countries, there is no statutory requirement for a 13^th month salary payment as part of an employment contract.

Is the 13th month pay in Thailand mandatory or standard?

A 13^th month pay in Thailand is not mandated, nor seen as a standard expectation in any industry. Some industries do offer employees bonuses, but these bonuses are based on performance or merit.

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Your business can easily hire employees in Thailand without opening a local entity. We handle local employment law, complex tax regulations, and international payroll in 180+ countries worldwide. All you need to do is focus on your business.

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Is the 13th month pay required by law or standard in Thailand?

No, there is no legal requirement for a company or employer to pay a 13^th month salary bonus.

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