⏰ Overtime Salary Calculator

UAE Labour Law Overtime Rates

How Overtime is Calculated

Step 1: Calculate hourly rate = Monthly Salary ÷ (Working Days × Hours Per Day)

Step 2: Multiply hourly rate by overtime multiplier (1.25x, 1.50x, or 2x)

Step 3: Multiply by number of overtime hours

Example: 5,000 AED salary ÷ (22 days × 8 hours) = 28.41 AED/hour. 20 hours overtime at 1.25x = 20 × 28.41 × 1.25 = 710.25 AED

UAE Labour Law Key Points

• Maximum working hours: 8 hours per day, 48 hours per week (unless special agreement)
• Overtime beyond these limits must be paid at overtime rates
• Workers are entitled to weekly rest (usually Friday for UAE)
• Overtime payment must be included in salary calculations
• Public holidays: All workers entitled to paid leave or overtime pay if required to work
• Employers cannot enforce unpaid overtime - must be compensated

Important Points About Overtime

• Mandatory Hours: Overtime beyond 48 hours/week is regulated by law
• Payment Method: Must be paid in cash or credited to salary
• Caps: Some roles have maximum overtime hour limits per week
• Compensation Time: Some employers offer compensatory time off instead of payment
• Record Keeping: Always request written confirmation of overtime hours
• Disputes: Contact Ministry of Labour if overtime not paid correctly

Overtime in Different Sectors

• Retail/Hospitality: Often includes weekend and night shift work
• Healthcare/Safety: 24/7 operations, typical overnight shifts
• Construction: Seasonal intensity with overtime peaks
• IT/Finance: Project deadlines may require regular overtime
• Government: Standard hours with event-based overtime