Understand the regulations on vacation and other types of leave in Thailand
In Thailand, employees who have completed one year of continuous service with the same employer are entitled to a minimum of 6 days of paid vacation leave annually. For those who have worked for less than a year, the leave is typically calculated on a pro-rata basis.
The right to vacation leave is contingent on uninterrupted employment with the same employer. It's possible for employers and employees to agree to roll over unused leave days to the following year or to provide financial compensation for some unused leave.
Vacation schedules are often mutually agreed upon by employers and employees. It's generally required for employers to grant leave with advance notice.
Thailand celebrates a variety of public holidays throughout the year. These holidays are a mix of national and regional observances.
Employees in Thailand are entitled to various types of leave, each with its own specific entitlements and legal references.
Employees who have completed one year of service are entitled to at least 6 days of paid annual leave per year. This is outlined in the Labor Protection Act (LPA), Sections 30-31.
After completing their probationary period, employees are entitled to 30 days of paid sick leave per year. This is stated in the Labor Protection Act (LPA), Section 32.
Female employees are entitled to 90 days of paid maternity leave, which can include some time before birth. Employers often pay for the first 45 days, and the Social Security Fund covers the remainder. This is detailed in the Labor Protection Act (LPA), Section 41.
Employees are entitled to paid personal leave for urgent personal matters. The duration is often specified in company regulations. This is mentioned in the Labor Protection Act (LPA), Section 34.
There are also other types of leave available, such as:
Many companies offer leave provisions beyond the minimum outlined in the LPA. Policies are detailed in employment contracts or employee handbooks.
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