Wondering what social security benefits you’re entitled to? You can quickly check your benefits using just your national ID number! This guide explains how to verify your social security status online through websites and mobile applications and the key benefits you should know about as a beneficiary.
What is Social Security in Thailand?
Thailand’s Social Security Fund provides essential protection for workers against life’s uncertainties. It covers illness, childbirth, disability, death, child support, retirement, and unemployment. The system categorizes beneficiaries into three main groups:
- Article 33: Employees working in registered companies
- Article 39: Former Article 33 members who resigned but wish to maintain coverage
- Article 40: Self-employed workers, freelancers, and those in the informal sector
Three Ways to Check Your Social Security Benefits
Method 1: Using the Social Security Office Website
- Visit the official website at www.sso.go.th
- Social Security Office login page at https://www.sso.go.th/wpr/main/login
- If you’re a first-time user, click “Register” and complete the registration process
Registration page after clicking “Register.”
- Log in using your ID number and password
- Navigate to “Online Services” > “Check Benefits”
- The system will display your information, including:
- Contribution history
- Registered medical facility
- Benefit usage history
- Retirement savings information
Advantage: Complete access to all services and online transactions
Method 2: Using the SSO Connect Application
- Download the SSO Connect app from the App Store (iOS) or Google Play Store (Android)
- Install and register with your ID number
- Log in and select “Check Benefits.”
- View your status, contribution history, and available benefits instantly
Advantage: Convenient, accessible anywhere, with instant notifications
Method 3: Using the Government Application
- Download the “Tang Rat” app (Government app)
- Complete the registration process
- Select “Social Security” from the services menu
- Enter your ID number and search
- Review your benefits information
Advantage: Access to multiple government services in one application
Key Benefits You Should Know
For Articles 33 and 39, Members
Social security provides seven major benefits:
- Medical Care: Free treatment at your registered hospital and compensation during sick leave (50% of wages for up to 180 days annually)
- Maternity Benefits: 15,000 baht per birth, prenatal care allowance up to 1,500 baht, and 90 days of maternity leave compensation
- Disability Benefits: Free medical treatment and monthly allowance based on contribution history
- Death Benefits: 50,000 baht funeral assistance and additional compensation based on contribution period
- Child Support: 800 baht monthly per child (maximum 3 children) from birth until age 6
- Retirement Benefits: Pension or lump sum payment based on contribution period and average wage
- Unemployment Benefits: 50% of wages for up to 180 days if laid off, or 30% for up to 90 days if resigned
For Article 40 Members
Self-employed workers can choose from three contribution options:
- Option 1 (70 baht/month): Covers illness, disability, and death
- Option 2 (100 baht/month): Adds retirement benefits
- Option 3 (300 baht/month): Includes child support benefits
Frequently Asked Questions
Why should I regularly check my social security status?
Regular checks help you verify your contribution status, understand available benefits, monitor your retirement savings, and stay informed about any changes to your account.
I’m self-employed. Can I apply for social security?
Yes, you can register under Article 40, which is specifically designed for self-employed workers and those in the informal sector. Choose from three contribution plans based on the benefits you need.
What if I change jobs frequently?
Social security rights don’t disappear, but some benefits may have continuity requirements. Consider applying for Article 39 to maintain coverage if you’re between jobs.
บทสรุป
Check your social security benefits online with just your ID number. No office visits are needed – access everything through websites or mobile apps in minutes. Similarly, modern Employee Self-Service Systems allow employees to manage their information and benefits independently.
Know your benefits. Get what you’re entitled to. Check your status quarterly to ensure you do not miss any benefits.
For questions, contact the Social Security Office through LINE Official: @ssothai.
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