Pay Social Security Section 40 Online for Free via Bangkok Bank Mobile Banking

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Self-employed people and freelancers can easily pay their Social Security Section 40 online anytime, anywhere via the Bangkok Bank Mobile Banking app without having to visit a branch and it's free.

What is Social Security Section 40?
Social Security Section 40 is a social security system designed for self-employed individuals without an employer, such as merchants, farmers, delivery riders, contractors, or freelancers. The key conditions are that applicants must be between 15 and 65 years of age and must not be insured under Section 33 or Section 39.

What benefits does Social Security Section 40 provide, and what options are available?
Many people may wonder about the benefits and coverage of Social Security Section 40. Here are 3 contribution options that the Insured person can choose from based on their needs:

Option 1 (70 baht/month): Provide coverage for 3 cases: sickness, disability, and death.
Option 2 (100 baht/month): Provide coverage for 4 cases: sickness, disability, death, and a one-time lump sum pension payment
Option 3 (300 baht/month): Provide coverage for 5 cases: sickness, disability, death, a one-time lump sum pension payment, and a monthly child allowance.

Note:

The contribution rates and benefits listed above are updated as of September 1, 2026.
For options 2 and 3, insured person can make additional savings contributions from 1-1,000 baht/month. Maximum savings are limited to 13,000 baht/year (current month + 12 months in advance).
Person insured under Section 40 is not entitled to medical treatment benefits from the Social Security Fund. Instead, they are eligible for income compensation benefits in accordance with the conditions prescribed by law and may continue to use their existing healthcare coverage, including Thailand's Universal Health Coverage Scheme or any other healthcare benefits to which they are entitled.

Can someone over 65 years old apply for Social Security Section 40?
New applications are not permitted, as the maximum age limit for the Insured person is capped at 65 years old.

How much is the death benefit for Social Security Section 40?
In the event of death under Social Security Section 40, the person who arranges the funeral will receive funeral expenses based on the selected plan as follows:

Options 1 and 2: Receive 25,000 baht for funeral expenses (and if contributions have been made for at least 60 months prior to death, an additional 8,000 baht will be granted).
Option 3: Receive 50,000 baht for funeral expenses.

Why should you pay Social Security Section 40 via the Bangkok Bank Mobile Banking app

Convenient and fast: You can pay via the Bangkok Bank Mobile Banking app every day from 00:00 to 22:00.
No fees: Pay Section 40 Social Security free of charge, with no additional fees.
Advance payment available: You can make the current month’s savings contribution, and you can also make contributions up to 12 months in advance (maximum 3,900 baht per transaction).
Easy additional savings: You can specify additional savings amounts in a single step (options 2 and 3 only).