UAE Overtime Calculator

Calculate your overtime pay as per UAE Labour Law 2026

UAE Overtime Pay Rules

According to UAE Labour Law, overtime work is compensated at the following rates:

  • Normal working days: 125% of regular hourly wage (time + 25%)
  • Rest days or public holidays: 150% of regular hourly wage (time + 50%)
  • Normal working hours: 8 hours per day, 48 hours per week
  • During Ramadan: 6 hours per day for Muslims

Disclaimer: This calculator provides estimates based on standard UAE Labour Law. Individual agreements may vary. Consult your employment contract for exact terms.

Frequently Asked Questions

The hourly rate is typically calculated as: (Monthly Basic Salary × 12) / (52 weeks × 48 hours). This gives the standard hourly rate which is then multiplied by 1.25 or 1.5 for overtime.
According to UAE Labour Law, overtime should not exceed 2 hours per day, unless the work is necessary to prevent a substantial loss or a serious accident.
Generally, employees in managerial or supervisory positions are not eligible for overtime pay if they have the same authority as the employer over other employees.
Yes, overtime pay is calculated based on the basic salary mentioned in your employment contract.