How to Calculate Overtime in UAE: A 2026 Employer Guide
Overtime pay in the UAE is calculated from an employee's basic salary, not total salary. Regular overtime is paid at 125% of the normal hourly rate, while work on a rest day or public holiday is generally paid at 150% of the normal hourly rate, depending on whether substitute leave is given. If you're a […]
How to Calculate Overtime in UAE: A 2026 Employer Guide
Overtime in the UAE is calculated on your employee's basic salary, with a 25% premium for standard overtime hours and a 50% premium for work between 10 pm and 4 am, for any time worked beyond the standard 8-hour day or 48-hour week. In practice, that means payroll starts by turning the employee's monthly basic […]
