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What are my rights if I'm fired in Thailand?
Employees are entitled to advance notice (or pay in lieu), severance pay based on years of service (30-400 days), and accumulated benefits. Unfair dismissal can be challenged at the Labour Court.
Detailed Answer
Employee termination rights under the Labour Protection Act: **Notice period:** Employer must give at least one full pay cycle notice, or pay in lieu of notice. **Severance pay (mandatory for termination without cause):** - 120 days to 1 year: 30 days' wages - 1-3 years: 90 days' wages - 3-6 years: 180 days' wages - 6-10 years: 240 days' wages - 10-20 years: 300 days' wages - 20+ years: 400 days' wages **No severance required for:** Dishonesty, willful criminal damage, gross negligence causing serious damage, violation of work rules after written warning, absence for 3+ consecutive days without reason, imprisonment. **Additional entitlements:** Unused vacation pay, prorated bonus (if contractually provided), certificate of employment. **For foreigners:** Same rights as Thai employees. File complaints at the Labour Department or Labour Court (no filing fee). Work permit cancellation after termination — 7 days to find new employer or leave Thailand.
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