UAE Overtime Calculator
Calculate overtime pay in United Arab Emirates according to UAE Labour Law (Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021 & Cabinet Res. 1/2022). Features official hourly rate divisors, 1.25x 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 | 125% hourly wage (25% premium) | 1.25x | 52.08 AED | 10 hrs | 520.83 AED |
| Night Shift Overtime 10:00 PM – 4:00 AM | 150% hourly wage (50% premium) | 1.5x | 62.50 AED | 0 hrs | 0.00 AED |
| Weekend / Rest Day Overtime Designated weekly rest day (Saturday/Sunday/Friday depending on contract) | 150% hourly wage | 1.5x | 62.50 AED | 0 hrs | 0.00 AED |
| Public Holiday Overtime Official national & religious holidays | 250% hourly wage | 2.5x | 104.17 AED | 0 hrs | 0.00 AED |
| Total Monthly Overtime Compensation | 10 hrs | 520.83 AED | |||
UAE Overtime Laws & Compensation Guide
In United Arab Emirates, employee overtime entitlements are strictly regulated under UAE Labour Law (Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021 & Cabinet Res. 1/2022). Under Articles 17, 19 & Cabinet Resolution No. 1 of 2022, any hours worked beyond standard contracted hours must be compensated with a statutory premium.
Hourly Rate Divisor: In UAE, 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 10:00 PM – 4:00 AM receive an elevated multiplier of 1.5x to account for unsocial working hours.
Frequently Asked Questions — UAE Overtime
What is the overtime rate in UAE according to MOHRE?
Under UAE Labour Law Article 19, standard day overtime is calculated as basic hourly wage + 25% (1.25x). Night overtime between 10 PM and 4 AM is paid at 1.50x. Working on a designated rest day requires either a compensatory day off or 1.50x pay. Public holiday work is compensated at 2.50x pay (or compensatory rest + 1.50x).
What is the statutory divisor for UAE overtime hourly rate?
Under MOHRE guidelines, the basic hourly rate is calculated by dividing monthly basic salary by 30 days, and then by 8 daily standard hours: (Basic Salary ÷ 30) ÷ 8 = Basic Salary ÷ 240.
Is there a limit on overtime hours in the UAE?
Yes. Article 19(4) mandates that overtime cannot exceed 2 hours per day, unless the work is necessary to prevent substantial loss or serious accident. Total work cannot exceed 144 hours every 3 weeks.