Thailand
Fixed-term contracts are only permitted in limited situations such as for a specific project outside of normal business operations or temporary/seasonal work. When permitted, they generally cannot exceed a maximum duration of two (2) years.
In Thailand, Workers recognize thirteen (13) paid public holidays. If work is performed on those days, it is payable at 200%.
After one (1) year of service, Workers are entitled to six (6) days of leave annually. Unused leave can rollover year to year if mutually agreed upon and must be paid out at termination.
Probationary periods are permitted and generally range from 90 to 119 days. After 119 days, severance is owed and one (1) month’s written notice is required.
Workers are entitled to up to 30 days of paid sick leave per year to be paid by the employer. After 30 days, the Worker may receive payment via social security.
Different industries may be subject to different working time restrictions. Generally, a standard workweek is eight (8) hours per day with a meal break of one (1) hour. Total working time cannot exceed 48 hours per week. Workers are entitled to a "weekly holiday" every six (6) days. Most Workers observe Saturday and Sunday as rest days.
Work exceeding the standard workweek is considered overtime payable at 150%. Total overtime and holiday work cannot exceed 36 hours per week. Some roles are excluded from overtime such as those that have the authority to terminate other employees.
There are no mandatory bonuses in Thailand.
Except in cases of legal cause, termination requires severance based on length of service and notice, which is generally the equivalent of one full pay cycle. Pay in lieu of notice is permitted. Written notice is required prior to the regular pay date (usually 30 days).
Workers must provide written resignation notice before the regular pay date.
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