Employer of Record · Thailand

Employer of Record in Thailand: Hire Without Setting Up an Entity

Asiacruit and our local partner become your legal employer in Thailand. We handle contracts, payroll and social security so you can hire without the cost and delay of setting up a local company.

5%

Employer social security

on wages up to THB 17,500

THB 875

Maximum monthly contribution

from 1 January 2026

400 days

Maximum severance

after 20 or more years of service

$199

Starting price

per employee per month

Asiacruit’s Employer of Record Services in Thailand Starts at $199 per employee per month.

Market overview

Why foreign companies hire in Thailand

Thailand is a regional hub for finance, technology, marketing and customer support teams, with Bangkok as its main business centre.

Companies hire there to reach Thai-speaking markets, to cover Asian business hours, or to add a team beyond the Philippines, Indonesia and India.

Regional business hub

Finance, technology, marketing and support roles, concentrated in Bangkok.

Asian time zone fit

UTC+7, with working-hours overlap for Singapore, Australia and the rest of Asia.

Test before you commit

Start with one hire through an Employer of Record and open an entity later only if the team grows.

Pricing

What an Employer of Record costs in Thailand

Employer of Record services in Thailand start at $199 per employee per month. On top of salary, employer social security is 5% of wages up to a base of THB 17,500, so at most THB 875 a month from January 2026. Thailand has no legal 13th-month salary, but severance applies after 120 days of service and runs from 30 to 400 days of pay. Compare providers in our EOR cost comparison.

Our services in Thailand

Employer of Record services in Thailand

Employer of Record

Hire without forming a local company. Asiacruit and our local partner are the legal employer.

Managed Payroll

Already have a Thai entity? We can process payroll and filings while you stay the employer.

Talent Solutions

Need candidates first?

Quick reference

Thailand employment snapshot

The essentials of employing people in Thailand, on one page.

Topic	What applies
Currency	Thai baht (THB)
Working hours	Set by the Labour Protection Act
Probation	The Act does not set a probation period. Employers commonly keep it under 120 days, but the contract decides.
Contract types	Indefinite and fixed-term
Minimum wage	Set by province, from about THB 337 to THB 400 a day (Bangkok THB 400)
13th month pay	Not required by law
Annual leave	Set by statute and confirmed in your contract
Maternity leave	Set by statute and confirmed in your contract
Paternity leave	Set by statute and confirmed in your contract
Social security	Employer 5% and employee 5% of wages up to THB 17,500, so at most THB 875 each a month from 1 January 2026
Workers’ compensation	Paid by the employer. Rate depends on the industry.
Provident fund	Optional. Some employers contribute 3% to 5%.
Severance	After 120 days: 30 days’ pay (under 1 year), 90 (1 to 3 years), 180 (3 to 6), 240 (6 to 10), 300 (10 to 20) and 400 (20 or more)
Notice	Written notice of at least one pay period, or pay in lieu

Hiring options

Employer of Record vs setting up an entity: how foreign companies hire in Thailand

Foreign companies have three main routes to hire in Thailand.

	Employer of Record (Asiacruit)	Own Thai entity	Independent contractor
Time to first hire	Confirmed in your quote	Several months	Immediate
Setup cost	None	Registration, accountants and registered capital for work permits	None
Compliance	Handled by Asiacruit and our partner	Your responsibility, or outsourced	The contractor’s, with misclassification risk
Social security	Registered and remitted for you	Your responsibility	Not applicable if truly independent
Severance	Calculated and budgeted for you	Your responsibility	Not applicable, but a risk if reclassified
Best for	First hires, small teams, market testing	Large teams and a permanent presence	Genuine project work only

Contractor misclassification is a real risk. If the worker follows your schedule, uses your tools or works only for you, the arrangement may be treated as employment, with back pay and penalties.

How it works

From signed agreement to first payroll with an Employer of Record

1

Agree on role and compensation

Define the job, the salary in Thai baht, the benefits package and the start date. We can advise on market rates.

2

Choose your candidate

Recruit through your own channels. We step in once an offer is ready.

3

Issue a compliant contract

We issue a Thai employment contract through our partner. You review the commercial terms and we make sure the legal structure is correct.

4

Register for social security

We register the hire with the Social Security Office.

5

Set up payroll

The employee is added to our Thai payroll, with the pay cycle and bank details confirmed.

6

First payroll and ongoing compliance

We run payroll on schedule, remit social security, withhold personal income tax and track leave. You get one consolidated monthly invoice.

Employer costs

What it costs to employ someone in Thailand

An illustrative monthly cost for a mid-level role in Bangkok at THB 50,000 gross salary.

Component	Monthly (THB)	Basis
Gross monthly salary	50,000	Agreed salary
Social security (employer share)	875	5% of wages, base capped at THB 17,500
Workers’ compensation	varies	Rate depends on the industry
13th month pay	0	Not required by law
Provident fund (optional)	0	Only if offered
Total employer cost (before EOR fee)	50,875	about 101.8% of gross, plus workers’ compensation

Illustrative only. Excludes the Asiacruit EOR fee, which is a flat monthly fee per employee quoted upfront, workers’ compensation and optional benefits. The social security base rises to THB 20,000 in 2029 and THB 23,000 in 2032. A new Employee Welfare Fund is scheduled for October 2026 and its rate is not confirmed.

Employment law

Key rules every employer should know

Social security

Employers and employees each pay 5% of wages up to THB 17,500, so at most THB 875 a month from January 2026. A new Employee Welfare Fund is due from October 2026, with the rate not yet confirmed.

13th month

Thailand has no legal 13th-month salary. Any year-end bonus is a contract or policy matter.

Probation and severance

The Labour Protection Act does not set probation. Severance applies after 120 days of service, from 30 days of pay up to 400 days after 20 years.

Leave

Annual leave, sick leave, public holidays and maternity leave are set by the Labour Protection Act.

Termination

Written notice or pay in lieu applies. Severance is owed when an employee is dismissed without cause after 120 days.

Foreign workers

Foreign nationals need a work permit and visa. Processing time and requirements vary.

Why Asiacruit

Thailand hiring, delivered with a local partner

Delivered through a local partner, named on every contract
One consolidated invoice and a single point of contact
Experience running Employer of Record hiring in the Philippines, Indonesia and India
A dedicated account manager for every client
A clear cost breakdown before you commit

Delivery in Thailand

Local partner
Named in your service agreement and on every employment contract

Asiacruit
Makati and Clark, Philippines

Thailand hiring guides

Costs and pay

Comparisons

Compliance

Other markets

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Can a foreign company hire in Thailand without a local entity?

Through an Employer of Record, Asiacruit and our local partner are the legal employer and handle contracts, social security registration, payroll and tax withholding. You manage the day-to-day work.

How long does onboarding take?

Your account manager confirms the start date in your quote, once the contract and documents are agreed.

How much does an Employer of Record cost in Thailand?

Our Employer of Record services start at $199 per employee per month, on top of the employee’s gross salary and statutory contributions. Employer social security is at most THB 875 a month. We confirm the final fee upfront.

How much severance do I owe in Thailand?

After 120 days of service, severance runs from 30 days of pay up to 400 days for 20 or more years of service.

Is there a 13th month in Thailand?

No. It is not a legal requirement.

Is an Employer of Record or a local entity better for my first hires?

For first hires and small teams an Employer of Record is usually faster and lower risk, because you do not need to register an entity yourself. A local entity tends to make sense once you have a larger, permanent team.

Ready to build your team in Thailand?

Book a free consultation to get a clear quote and see how quickly your first hire could start.

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