Thailand Toolkit

Notice Period Calculator

Find the earliest permitted last working day after giving resignation notice.

Simplified estimate

Thai law requires notice of at least one full pay cycle in advance, effective the following cycle. This uses a simplified day count rather than your actual pay dates — check your employment contract for the precise terms.

Earliest permitted last working day

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How this is calculated

The earliest permitted last working day is your notice date plus the number of days approximating one full pay cycle (30 for monthly, 15 for biweekly, 7 for weekly pay).

Frequently asked questions

What does Thai law actually require for notice?

Section 17 of the Labor Protection Act requires notice of at least one full pay cycle in advance, taking effect from the following pay cycle — it isn't a fixed 30-day rule, though that's the common result for monthly-paid employees.

Can my employer waive the notice period?

Yes — an employer can agree to release you earlier than the required notice period, but they aren't obligated to. Get any early release agreed in writing.