Cabinet Approves One-Year Postponement of Employee Welfare Fund Contributions to October 1, 2026
Bangkok, August 26, 2025 In response to economic uncertainty and rising financial pressures on both employers and employees, the Cabinet has approved a draft labor regulation that postpones the commencement of contributions to the Employee Welfare Fund from October 1, 2025 to October 1, 2026
Thailand BOI Announced Special Investment Measures to Promote Investors Relocating Production Bases from Cambodia
On 15 August 2025, Thailand Board of Investment (“BOI”) issued the Announcement No. 8/2568: Re Investment Promotion Measures in the Case of Impacts from Thai-Cambodian Border Situation.
Updates Amendments to Maternity and Paternity Leave in Thailand
Thailand is taking proactive steps to reform its parental leave policies to better support working families, align with international labor standards, and respond to demographic challenges such as declining birth rates and an aging population.
New BOI Visa and Work Permit Criteria: Employment Ratio and Minimum Salary Effective October 1, 2025
The Thailand Board of Investment (BOI) has issued new criteria under Announcement No. Por.8/2568, dated June 5, 2025, regarding the approval, employment, and extension of foreign experts in BOI-promoted projects.
Thailand’s Employee Welfare Fund 2025: What Employers Need to Know
Starting October 1, 2025, Thailand will officially launch the Employee Welfare Fund (EWF) — a major
step forward in protecting workers’ financial well-being. After years of delay, this mandatory fund, grounded in the Labour Protection Act B.E. 2541 (1998), is now set in motion following a royal decree and regulations passed in late 2024
Bangkok Minimum Wage Rises to 400 Baht: What Employers and Workers Should Know
Effective July 1, 2025, Bangkok will raise its minimum daily wage to 400 baht, up from the previous rate
of 372 baht. This marks a key step in the Thai government’s push to improve worker welfare and
stimulate economic growth, particularly in tourism and service sectors.
Crackdown on Thai Nominees vs Legitimate Opportunities for Foreign Investors in Thailand
In recent developments, Thai authorities have begun strict enforcement against the use of Thai nominee structures, particularly in Phuket’s real estate and tourism sectors. These industries, deemed sensitive and nationally significant, have seen increased scrutiny as part of the government’s effort to clamp down on unlawful foreign control.
New Ministerial Regulations on Overtime Payment for Security Guard Work – Effective 2026
On April 24, 2025, the Royal Gazette published the Ministerial Regulations Prescribing Overtime Payment and Compensation for Working Beyond Eight Hours Per Day for Security Work on Premises or Properties B.E. 2568 (2025). These regulations will come into effect 365 days from the publication date – i.e., in April 2026
Thailand Digital Arrival Card System Set to Launch on 1 May 2025
The Immigration Bureau of Thailand will launch the new Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) system on 1 May 2025, replacing the current paper arrival card for foreign nationals. From this date, all foreign visitors must submit their arrival information electronically before entering Thailand, whether by air, land, or sea.
Permanent Residence Quota Now Open (Mar 5 – May 15, 2025)
The Immigration Office has officially announced the delayed opening of permanent residency (PR) applications for the year 2024. Applications will be accepted from March 5 to May 15, 2025. Key Criteria for PR Application Applicants must meet the following requirements: Non-Immigrant Visa Requirement: Must have held a Non-Immigrant Visa with permission to stay on a […]
