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UAE Overtime Calculator

Updated June 2026 · Based on UAE Labour Law

Work out overtime pay at 125% (normal) and 150% (night or rest day) under UAE Labour Law.

Overtime is based on the normal (basic) hourly wage.

Standard is 8 hours/day (or 9 in some sectors). Used to derive your hourly rate (basic ÷ 30 ÷ hours).

Use 150% for overtime worked between 10pm–4am or on a rest day; 125% for normal daytime overtime.

Quick answer

UAE overtime pay is calculated on your basic hourly wage under UAE Labour Law. Normal overtime is paid at 125% of the hourly rate, while overtime worked between 10pm and 4am, or on a rest day, is paid at 150%. Your basic hourly wage is your basic monthly salary divided by 30 days and then by your daily working hours.

UAE overtime pay rates
When overtime is workedPay rate
Normal hours125% of basic hourly wage
Between 10pm and 4am150% of basic hourly wage
On a rest day150% (plus a day off in lieu)
Hourly wage basisBasic salary ÷ 30 ÷ daily hours

How is UAE overtime calculated?

Under UAE Labour Law (Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021), overtime is paid on top of the normal hourly wage:

  • 125% (hourly wage + 25%) for ordinary daytime overtime.
  • 150% (hourly wage + 50%) for overtime between 10pm–4am or on a rest day.
  • Hourly wage = basic salary ÷ 30 days ÷ daily working hours.

Example

Basic salary AED 8,000, 8-hour day → hourly wage = 8,000 ÷ 30 ÷ 8 = AED 33.33. Ten hours of overtime at 125% = 10 × 33.33 × 1.25 = AED 416.67.

Limits

Overtime should not exceed 2 hours per day unless necessary to prevent serious loss or accident, and rest-day work entitles the employee to a substitute rest day.

Estimate for guidance only — entitlements may vary by contract and role. Source: UAE Government (u.ae) — Working hours and overtime.

Frequently asked questions

How is overtime calculated in the UAE?
Normal hourly wage + 25% (125%). Hourly wage = basic ÷ 30 ÷ daily hours. AED 8,000 at 8 hrs/day → ~AED 33.33/hr, so 125% ≈ AED 41.67/hr.
When is overtime paid at 150%?
For overtime between 10pm–4am or on a rest day. Rest-day work also entitles the employee to a substitute day off.
What is the maximum overtime per day?
Generally 2 hours per day, unless necessary to prevent serious loss or an accident.
Is overtime on basic or total salary?
On the basic hourly wage, not allowances. Confirm the exact basis with your employer.

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