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Social Security Setup
Understanding Thailand's social security system is essential for business owners and HR managers. This guide covers registration, contributions, benefits, and compliance in a straightforward manner.
Overview
The Social Security Office (SSO) under Thailand’s Ministry of Labour administers social security, providing financial protection through healthcare, maternity, unemployment, disability, and retirement benefits. Participation is mandatory for employers and employees.
Key Facts
Authority: Social Security Office (SSO), Ministry of Labour
Registration Deadline: Within 30 days of hiring
Contribution Rate: 5% by employer + 5% by employee
Salary Cap: Minimum ฿1,650 – Maximum ฿15,000
Max Monthly Contribution: ฿750 (each)
Payment Deadline: 15th of the following month
Foreign Employees: Must register with a work permit
Non-compliance Penalty: Fine up to ฿20,000 or imprisonment (up to 6 months)
Who Must Register
Employers: Must register within 30 days of hiring an employee aged 15–60 and submit a Social Security Fund Application for each new hire.
Employees: Thai and foreign employees with valid work permits must be enrolled; civil servants and those under another public scheme are generally exempt.
Contribution Rates
Both employer and employee contribute 5% of the monthly salary (capped at ฿15,000).
Monthly Submission Deadline
Contributions and the SorPorSor 1-10 form must be submitted to the SSO by the 15th of the following month.
Termination Procedures
Upon an employee's resignation or termination, the employer must file Form SorPorSor 6-09 with the SSO by the 15th of the next month.
Foreign Employees
Foreign workers in Thailand must obtain a work permit, be registered, and contribute like Thai employees, enjoying similar benefits.
Company Directors
Full-time, salaried directors must register.
Shareholder or majority-owner directors without employee status may not require registration but need a work permit for business activities.
Companies Without Employees
Companies generating income without staff must be cautious, especially if a foreign director is working without a permit.
Employee Benefits
Once registered, employees receive benefits such as:
Healthcare: After 3 months of contributions
Maternity: After 5 months of contributions
Disability: For those with ≥ 3 months of contributions
Death Benefits: After ≥ 1 month of contribution
Child Benefit: After 12 months in 36 months
Old-Age Pension: For ≥ 180 months of contributions after age 55
Unemployment: After 6 months of contributions
Non-Compliance Penalties
Penalties include fines up to ฿20,000, 6 months imprisonment, and a 2% monthly surcharge on overdue payments. The SSO typically issues a warning first.
Summary
Social security participation is mandatory for all employees in Thailand.
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Social Security Setup
Understanding Thailand's social security system is essential for business owners and HR managers. This guide covers registration, contributions, benefits, and compliance in a straightforward manner.
Overview
The Social Security Office (SSO) under Thailand’s Ministry of Labour administers social security, providing financial protection through healthcare, maternity, unemployment, disability, and retirement benefits. Participation is mandatory for employers and employees.
Key Facts
Authority: Social Security Office (SSO), Ministry of Labour
Registration Deadline: Within 30 days of hiring
Contribution Rate: 5% by employer + 5% by employee
Salary Cap: Minimum ฿1,650 – Maximum ฿15,000
Max Monthly Contribution: ฿750 (each)
Payment Deadline: 15th of the following month
Foreign Employees: Must register with a work permit
Non-compliance Penalty: Fine up to ฿20,000 or imprisonment (up to 6 months)
Who Must Register
Employers: Must register within 30 days of hiring an employee aged 15–60 and submit a Social Security Fund Application for each new hire.
Employees: Thai and foreign employees with valid work permits must be enrolled; civil servants and those under another public scheme are generally exempt.
Contribution Rates
Both employer and employee contribute 5% of the monthly salary (capped at ฿15,000).
Monthly Submission Deadline
Contributions and the SorPorSor 1-10 form must be submitted to the SSO by the 15th of the following month.
Termination Procedures
Upon an employee's resignation or termination, the employer must file Form SorPorSor 6-09 with the SSO by the 15th of the next month.
Foreign Employees
Foreign workers in Thailand must obtain a work permit, be registered, and contribute like Thai employees, enjoying similar benefits.
Company Directors
Full-time, salaried directors must register.
Shareholder or majority-owner directors without employee status may not require registration but need a work permit for business activities.
Companies Without Employees
Companies generating income without staff must be cautious, especially if a foreign director is working without a permit.
Employee Benefits
Once registered, employees receive benefits such as:
Healthcare: After 3 months of contributions
Maternity: After 5 months of contributions
Disability: For those with ≥ 3 months of contributions
Death Benefits: After ≥ 1 month of contribution
Child Benefit: After 12 months in 36 months
Old-Age Pension: For ≥ 180 months of contributions after age 55
Unemployment: After 6 months of contributions
Non-Compliance Penalties
Penalties include fines up to ฿20,000, 6 months imprisonment, and a 2% monthly surcharge on overdue payments. The SSO typically issues a warning first.
Summary
Social security participation is mandatory for all employees in Thailand.
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Understanding Thailand's social security system is essential for business owners and HR managers. This guide covers registration, contributions, benefits, and compliance in a straightforward manner.
Overview
The Social Security Office (SSO) under Thailand’s Ministry of Labour administers social security, providing financial protection through healthcare, maternity, unemployment, disability, and retirement benefits. Participation is mandatory for employers and employees.
Key Facts
Authority: Social Security Office (SSO), Ministry of Labour
Registration Deadline: Within 30 days of hiring
Contribution Rate: 5% by employer + 5% by employee
Salary Cap: Minimum ฿1,650 – Maximum ฿15,000
Max Monthly Contribution: ฿750 (each)
Payment Deadline: 15th of the following month
Foreign Employees: Must register with a work permit
Non-compliance Penalty: Fine up to ฿20,000 or imprisonment (up to 6 months)
Who Must Register
Employers: Must register within 30 days of hiring an employee aged 15–60 and submit a Social Security Fund Application for each new hire.
Employees: Thai and foreign employees with valid work permits must be enrolled; civil servants and those under another public scheme are generally exempt.
Contribution Rates
Both employer and employee contribute 5% of the monthly salary (capped at ฿15,000).
Monthly Submission Deadline
Contributions and the SorPorSor 1-10 form must be submitted to the SSO by the 15th of the following month.
Termination Procedures
Upon an employee's resignation or termination, the employer must file Form SorPorSor 6-09 with the SSO by the 15th of the next month.
Foreign Employees
Foreign workers in Thailand must obtain a work permit, be registered, and contribute like Thai employees, enjoying similar benefits.
Company Directors
Full-time, salaried directors must register.
Shareholder or majority-owner directors without employee status may not require registration but need a work permit for business activities.
Companies Without Employees
Companies generating income without staff must be cautious, especially if a foreign director is working without a permit.
Employee Benefits
Once registered, employees receive benefits such as:
Healthcare: After 3 months of contributions
Maternity: After 5 months of contributions
Disability: For those with ≥ 3 months of contributions
Death Benefits: After ≥ 1 month of contribution
Child Benefit: After 12 months in 36 months
Old-Age Pension: For ≥ 180 months of contributions after age 55
Unemployment: After 6 months of contributions
Non-Compliance Penalties
Penalties include fines up to ฿20,000, 6 months imprisonment, and a 2% monthly surcharge on overdue payments. The SSO typically issues a warning first.
Summary
Social security participation is mandatory for all employees in Thailand.
Stay up-to-date
Helpful Links
Opening a Corporate Bank Account in Thailand
Opening a Corporate Bank Account in Thailand
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VAT Registration in Thailand
