Employer of Record (EOR) in Thailand
Want to tap into the Thailand labour market or experience the benefits of traditional employment as a freelancer? Native Teams is your perfect solution to ensure your global work is fully compliant with Thailand’s labour laws and regulations.
How does an EOR in Thailand work?
When partnering up with an EOR provider like Native Teams, the employment responsibilities will be shared between the EOR and you, the client. This means that the EOR takes on administrative tasks, such as salary and benefits administration and onboarding, while you manage your day-to-day work or employees. So, the only thing left for you to do is pay for the monthly services that Native Teams provides.
Who can use EOR services in Thailand?
Whether you’re a business owner looking to hire new employees in Thailand or a freelancer who wants to regulate their employment status, an EOR handles all of your employment needs.
Businesses
The best way to skip the time-consuming process of setting up a legal entity in Thailand just to hire new employees is with an EOR. Without spending too much time and money, you can fast-pace the hiring process and onboard employees in just a few months. Plus, if the market doesn’t live up to your expectations, you don’t have to worry about closing an entity — just set your hiring efforts towards a new country.
Individuals
Working as a freelancer, remote worker, or digital nomad provides flexibility like never before, but one drawback is the lack of employee benefits. Luckily, with an EOR provider, you can experience all the benefits of traditional employment while still working with global clients on your own terms. Get your salary in your local currency and access compliant employment contracts with ease.
Features of Native Teams EOR services in Thailand
Employment status
Employers can provide their employees with employment status through our legal entities in Thailand. In addition to being formally employed, your employees will also receive employment contracts in compliance with local labour laws.
HR administration and documentation
Native Teams allows you to enhance HR efficiency through a centralised platform. Get access to a simple dashboard where you can arrange, manage, and organise all your HR documentation for your worldwide employees.
Global payroll
You can simplify your payroll management with Native Teams’ localised payroll calculators. Get accurate calculations for salaries, taxes, and benefits for your employees in 85+ countries around the world.
Benefits
Native Teams’ platform will ensure that your new employees are getting all the mandatory benefits like healthcare, insurance, and pension. Through our platform, employers can also offer additional benefits like access to co-working spaces or gym membership.
Explore Thailand’s labour laws in our hiring guide.
What legal requirements exist for employment in Thailand
Company registration
Every business must have a legal establishment before employing individuals from Thailand.
Employment contracts
Thailand's labour laws don't impose written employment contracts, but they're important for both parties' legal protection.
Minimum wage
Employers must adhere to the minimum wage laws set by Thailand’s National Wage Committee.
Social security
Employers are obligated to register each employee for social security benefits like healthcare coverage and pension and contribute to the social security fund.
Taxes
Employers have the legal obligation to withhold income and other taxes from the salaries of their employees and remit them to Thailand’s tax authorities.
Employee benefits
Employers are required to provide employee benefits like paid annual leave, sick leave, maternity leave, public holidays, and other benefits mandated by labour regulations.
Reporting requirements
Reporting requirements involve providing specific information to Thailand's government authorities. This may include employee information reporting, social security and tax reporting, and reporting to the country’s Ministry of Labour.
Please note that Thailand’s laws and regulations can change. So, it’s important to keep abreast of the latest developments regarding labour law.
Why choose Native Teams as your Thailand Employer of Record?
As Native Teams already possess a legal entity in Thailand, you don’t have to establish one yourself. This means faster market entry and fewer costs needed to hire the talent you need.
On top of that, we have a team of seasoned professionals who understand the intricacies of Thailand laws regarding taxes, employment contracts, minimum wage, social security contributions and benefits. So, you can expand your business with peace of mind, knowing that you’re in alignment with the local labour laws.
``What is an Employer of Record?
An Employer of Record (EOR) serves as your legal employment partner, taking full responsibility for workforce management. They handle everything from payroll processing to tax compliance while ensuring adherence to local labour laws. EORs also help independent professionals and remote workers establish formal employment relationships and access comprehensive benefits packages.
What are the costs of using an Employer of Record in Thailand?
EOR services in Thailand are priced based on several factors, including the number of employees and the scope of services needed. Native Teams provides competitive rates with their business package at €79 per employee monthly, while individual plans start at €49. Both options come with comprehensive employment support features.
What is the difference between PEO and EOR?
While an EOR becomes the full legal employer, handling all employment responsibilities independently, a PEO operates through a co-employment model where responsibilities are shared with the client company. EORs are particularly valuable for companies entering new markets without established legal entities, while PEOs typically serve businesses with existing operations looking to optimise their HR processes.
What are the responsibilities of an Employer of Record (EOR) service provider?
EORs serve as the official employer on record, overseeing everything from payroll administration to benefits management and employment agreements. By taking on legal liability and providing comprehensive HR support, they allow companies to concentrate on their core business activities while ensuring full compliance.
Is using an Employer of Record in Thailand legal?
Using an EOR in Thailand is completely legitimate and aligns with all Thai employment regulations. It's a popular solution for international businesses entering the Thai market and freelancers seeking to formalise their employment status.
Why should I use EOR instead of opening my own company or an office in Thailand?
An EOR eliminates the need to navigate the complex process of establishing a legal entity in Thailand. They take care of all employment-related legal requirements and provide the flexibility to expand or reduce operations without dealing with the complications of company formation or dissolution.
How many people can I employ in Thailand?
There are no statutory restrictions on employee numbers in Thailand, provided all employment regulations are met. Your hiring capacity is determined by your operational requirements, budget, and ability to effectively manage your workforce.