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Thursday, Aug 07, 2025

Bangkok Increases Daily Minimum Wage to 400 Baht

The Cabinet's decision raises the minimum wage by 28 baht, affecting various sectors including hotels and entertainment.
In a recent decision, the Cabinet of Thailand has approved an increase in the daily minimum wage to 400 baht in Bangkok, rising from the current rate of 372 baht.

This adjustment marks a significant step in the government's efforts to bolster the earnings of workers in the capital.

The revised minimum wage will apply across all types of business operations in Bangkok, which includes sectors such as hospitality and entertainment.

Specific provisions within the new wage structure categorize hotels into various types as defined under hotel law, specifically targeting those classified as type 2, 3, and 4.

The classification is based on the size of the establishment and the range of services provided.

As a result, employees in these hotels will be subject to the new minimum wage policy, which is anticipated to impact thousands of workers in the industry.

In addition to the wage increase, the Cabinet has hinted at further reviews and assessments of minimum wage policies in other regions of Thailand, with consideration given to areas that exhibit similar economic and labor conditions as Bangkok.

This decision reflects broader trends in wage policies globally, where governments are increasingly responding to the rising cost of living and inflationary pressures affecting workers.
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