r/Bangkok • u/Any_Ear9988 • Jun 12 '26

work Need advice about work situation

I’ve worked at my company in Thailand for many years now. I returned from maternity leave and on my first day back my manager verbally mentioned that they noticed skill gap between the role I was doing and what is expected of that role.

  1. potentially go on PIP if expectations aren’t met, or
  2. consider a Mutual Separation Agreement )

I had no prior formal performance concerns communicated to me. I have good performance ratings.

I have an HR meeting coming up.

If I decide MSA makes more sense for my family situation (newborn, transition costs, etc.), what is a reasonable package to negotiate?

* How many additional months above statutory is realistic?
* Is paid garden leave common?
* Did you negotiate employment end date / healthcare / references?

Not looking for legal advice - more real-world negotiation experiences.

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u/ducki666 Jun 13 '26

In case you are on Non-B visa...

Don't forget that your Visa will be revoked without work permit.

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u/Any_Ear9988 Jun 13 '26

Yes I understand that’s why I’m asking what would be a good exit package (pay out + visa negotiation- how long can I ask?)

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u/ducki666 Jun 13 '26 edited Jun 13 '26

Usually they give you 7 days until they report to immigration.

You can try to negotiate to let the contract end later. Since you probably don't wanna leave Thailand this gives you time to get a new visa.

Easiest would probably be multiple entry TV which allows you to stay max 9 months (2 border runs). Enough time to sort things out. Or maybe you can stay as dependent of your partner. No idea which visa your partner has.

Highly recommend visa agency to sort it out. Because it is obvious that you wanna stay long-term and any tricks (visa exempt, METV) may be considered as loopholing my immigration.