Yes, but obtaining one is much easier as a Permanent Resident.

Yes, but you must obtain a Re-Entry Permit before leaving Thailand to maintain your PR status.

Fluency isn’t required, but basic conversational skills are essential for the interview.

It depends on your qualifications. By meeting the requirements and excelling in areas like Thai language and cultural understanding, your chances improve significantly.

14 Illnesses NOT covered by Social Security

1. Diseases or illness from drug usage (according to drug laws)
2. Diseases or illness that require staying in a hospital for more than 180 days in a year
3. Kidney diseases therapy except the last stage of chronic kidney disease; the insured person shall be eligible for medical services by hemodialysis that uses the peritoneal dialysis, permanent chemical solution and kidney transplant methods.
4. Any beauty treatment without doctor order
5. Treatment which is still under research development
6. Treatment of infertility condition
7. Tissue examination for organ surgery (except tissue examination for bone marrow transplantation of the insured person, the Social Security will reimburse for cost incurred but not exceeding 7,000 THB per case according to the rules and conditions prescribed by the medical committee)
8. Any extra examination/treatment that is more than necessary
9. Organ surgery (except the bone marrow transplant)
10. The cornea transplant surgery – the Social Security will pay the medical service fee as capital payment at the rate of 20,000 baht to the certified hospital and 5,000 to the Thai Red Cross Eye Bank in accordance with the rules and conditions.
11. Gender reassignment surgery
12. Artificial insemination
13. Dental services (except fillings, scale and polish and tooth/wisdom tooth removal); the insured person is entitled to receive medical fees as actually incurred as necessary but not exceeding 900 baht per year. In case of wearing removable dentures or false teeth, the insured person is entitled to receive medical service fees as actually incurred as necessary but not exceeding 1,500 baht within a five-year period.
14. Glasses/lenses

Maternity

• You must pay contributions to the SSO for not less than 5 months within 15 months before the due month
• Able to claim for childbirth costs of 13,000 baht per one time (unlimited time)
• Maternity allowance paid by SSO
• Employees receive 50% of wages for 90 days of leave (applied only with the 1st and 2nd child)
• Maternity allowance paid by employer
• Employees are entitled to 90 or 98 days maternity leave including leave for antenatal appointments.
• Employees receive 50% of wages for 45 days of leave. If employees take leave for 98 days, employers may decide whether or not to pay for the additional 8 days which, however, depends on the agreement between both parties.
• In the event that the husband and wife are both insured, rights can be exercised only by one party.
• Antenatal care; the insured person with gestational age 1 to 2 weeks can receive an allowance of 500 baht, gestational age more than 12 weeks but not more than 20 weeks can receive an allowance of 300 baht and gestational age more than 20 weeks but not more than 28 weeks can receive an allowance of 200 baht. Note that insurers must pay in advance and bring receipts with them to reimburse at the Social Security Office all over the country.

Invalidity

• You must pay contributions to the SSO for not less than 3 months
• The monthly compensation shall be paid at the rate of 50% of wage for the rest of the insured’s life for severe disability causing the loss of income. If the disability is not too severe, the insured shall receive the compensation according to the disability criteria and period of such disability.
• If admitted to a public hospital, medical expenses will be covered by the SSO as much as actually incurred as necessary.
• If admitted to a private hospital, for outpatient care, the SSO will compensate no more than 2,000 baht per month, for inpatient care, no more than 4,000 baht per month, for cars and service fees, 500 baht per month.
• The insured person receiving invalidity benefits can establish a claim to old age benefits, where appropriate.

Death

• You must pay contributions for not less than 1 month within 6 months before death
• The funeral director can request a funeral grant of 40,000 baht.
• If the insured person having made contributions for 3 years onwards but less than 10 years shall be entitled to assistance benefits equal to 2 months of the average wages.
• If the insured person having made contributions for 10 years onwards shall be entitled to assistance benefit equal to 6 months of the average wages.

Child Allowance

• You must pay contributions for not less than 12 months.
• The insured shall receive a monthly child allowance of 600 baht per one legitimate child until their child turns six (6)
• No more than 3 children per one household

Annual Health Check-up

• Ear examination (Finger Rub Test); over 15 years old; once a year
• Breast examination; 30-39 years old; every 3 years
• Breast examination; 40-54 years old; once a year
• Breast examination; 55 years old and above; as needed
• Eye examination; 40-54 years old; single time
• Eye examination; 55 years old and above; once every 1 to 2 years
• Visual acuity testing (Snellen Art Chart); 55 years old and above; once a year
• Complete blood count (CBC); 18-54 years old; single time
• Complete blood count (CBC); 55-70 years old; once a year
• Urinalysis urine test (UA); 55 years and above; once a year
• Fasting blood sugar test (FBS); 35-54 years old; every 3 years
• Fasting blood sugar test (FBS); 55 years old and above; once a year
• Creatinine blood test (CR); 55 years old and above; once a year
• Cholesterol test (Total and HDL Cholesterol); over 20 years old; every 3 years
• Hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg); those born before 1992, single time
• Cervical cancer screening (Pap Smear Test); 30-54 years old; every 3 years
• Cervical cancer screening (Pap Smear Test); 55 years old and above; as needed
• Cervical cancer screening (VIA: visual inspection with acetic acid); 30-54 years old; every 5 years
• Cervical cancer screening (VIA: visual inspection with acetic acid); 55 years old and above; Pap Smear Test recommended
• Fecal occult blood test (FOBT); 50 years old and above; once a year
• Chest X-ray; over 15 years old; single time

For most expats working in Thailand, Social Security provides sufficient healthcare coverage. However, if you require additional services, private insurance can complement Social Security benefits, particularly for specialized treatments or extended dental care.
By working with a reputable EOR like ThaiPivot, you gain legal employment benefits and access to Thailand’s Social Security program, ensuring peace of mind for your healthcare needs.

Dependents need work permits to receive social security benefits.

Yes, you can live anywhere in Thailand. However, your visa and work permit must be obtained in Chiang Mai or Bangkok.

Yes, ThaiPivot offers a referral program.

ThaiPivot was founded in 2024.

Tax residents are taxed on income earned or remitted to Thailand.

Not required if experience verification letters are provided.

ThaiPivot enrollees get access to Thailand’s social security and health insurance.

Smart Visa requires multiple approvals, while ThaiPivot offers easier onboarding and participation in Thai social security.

Elite Visa offers long-term stay without employment, while ThaiPivot enables legal work and future residency.

Check local embassies or consulates for location information.

Yes, the optional permit costs 3,800 baht. Single-entry permits cost 1,000 baht.

Yes, PR can be applied after 3 years with a consistent work permit and meeting income or investment requirements.

Reports are needed annually. 90-day reports are handled by ThaiPivot.

Visa documents are shipped within 30 days. Application at embassies or consulates varies from 1 to 5 days.

No, re-entry is allowed if you obtain the necessary permits.

Non-Immigrant visas can be extended indefinitely, and after 3 years, you may apply for permanent residency if you meet the salary requirement.

Yes, dependents can apply for Non-Immigrant O visas tied to your Non B visa.

Non-Immigrant Business Visa (‘Non B’).

The service covers visa application, work permit, and back-office services. Extra fees apply for visa runs and re-entry permits.

ThaiPivot supports freelancers, remote workers, startups, and entrepreneurs looking to relocate.

An EOR helps with business relocation by managing employment, immigration, payroll, and more.

Depends on the visa type and history. Tourist visas can be converted; other visa types may require a border run.

A passport scan, diploma, and reference letters verifying experience are needed.

You can be visa-ready in less than a month. The visa paperwork is shipped within 30 days business days of signing up.