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What is the minimum wage in Thailand?
Thailand's minimum wage runs from about THB 337 to THB 400 per day depending on the province and sector, with Bangkok at THB 400 (rates revised effective 1 July 2025). Confirm the current rate for a specific province with the Ministry of Labour.
Detailed Answer
Thailand minimum wage (set per province by the Tripartite Wage Committee and revised periodically): **Current rates (revised effective 1 July 2025):** - Bangkok: THB 400/day - Other provinces: from about THB 337/day, varying by province and, for some categories, by sector - Always confirm the exact rate for the relevant province with the Ministry of Labour (mol.go.th) **Key points:** - Daily rate (not hourly) — applies to 8-hour workday - Same rate applies to both Thai and foreign workers - Does NOT include tips, service charges, overtime, or bonuses - Employers paying below minimum wage face fines and imprisonment - Overtime: 1.5x for normal overtime, 3x for holiday overtime **For foreigners:** While minimum wage applies to all workers, work permits for foreigners typically require a salary of at least THB 50,000-100,000/month depending on nationality and position. This is significantly above minimum wage. **Recent trends:** The government has been gradually increasing minimum wage, with a goal of reaching THB 400/day nationwide.
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