Saudi Arabia Overtime Calculator
Calculate overtime pay in Kingdom of Saudi Arabia according to Saudi Labour Law (Royal Decree No. M/51 as amended). Features official hourly rate divisors, 1.5x day and 1.5x night shift multipliers, Ramadan schedules, and printable slips.
| Overtime Type | Legal Basis | Multiplier | Hourly Rate | Hours | Subtotal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Normal Day Overtime Regular workday overtime hours | 150% hourly wage (50% premium) | 1.5x | 50.00 SAR | 10 hrs | 500.00 SAR |
| Night Shift Overtime All night / shift overtime | 150% hourly wage (50% premium) | 1.5x | 50.00 SAR | 0 hrs | 0.00 SAR |
| Weekend / Rest Day Overtime Friday (or designated weekly rest day) | 150% hourly wage | 1.5x | 50.00 SAR | 0 hrs | 0.00 SAR |
| Public Holiday Overtime Official national & religious holidays | 150% hourly wage | 1.5x | 50.00 SAR | 0 hrs | 0.00 SAR |
| Total Monthly Overtime Compensation | 10 hrs | 500.00 SAR | |||
Saudi Arabia Overtime Laws & Compensation Guide
In Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, employee overtime entitlements are strictly regulated under Saudi Labour Law (Royal Decree No. M/51 as amended). Under Articles 98, 101 & 107, any hours worked beyond standard contracted hours must be compensated with a statutory premium.
Hourly Rate Divisor: In Saudi Arabia, the basic hourly rate is determined by dividing monthly basic pay by 30 days, and then by 8 regular daily hours.
Night Shift Window: Shifts extending between All night / shift overtime receive an elevated multiplier of 1.5x to account for unsocial working hours.
Frequently Asked Questions — Saudi Arabia Overtime
How is overtime calculated in Saudi Arabia under Qiwa / MHRSD?
Under Article 107 of Saudi Labour Law, overtime is paid as the actual hourly rate (based on total salary) PLUS 50% of the basic hourly wage (1.50x). This multiplier applies to all overtime hours, including day, night, weekly rest days, and official holidays.
What is the maximum overtime cap per year in Saudi Arabia?
Under Saudi Labour Law regulations, annual overtime is capped at 720 hours per calendar year. Any additional hours require explicit mutual consent and regulatory approval.
What are Ramadan working hours in Saudi Arabia?
Under Article 101, regular working hours for Muslim workers in Ramadan are reduced to 6 hours per day (36 hours per week). Work performed beyond 6 hours daily is calculated as overtime.