UAE Overtime Calculator

UAE Overtime Calculator – Estimate Your Overtime Pay Easily

Calculating overtime pay in the UAE can be confusing, especially when different multipliers apply depending on the type of workday. A UAE Overtime Calculator helps you quickly estimate how much overtime pay you may be entitled to based on your basic monthly salary, overtime hours, and the applicable multiplier.

This guide explains how overtime is calculated in the UAE, how to use an overtime calculator correctly, and what to keep in mind before confirming your final amount with HR or payroll.

Click here to calculate: UAE Overtime Calculator

What Is an Overtime Calculator?

An Overtime Calculator UAE is a simple tool designed to estimate overtime compensation using a commonly followed calculation method. It converts your basic monthly salary into an hourly rate and then applies the overtime multiplier.

This is especially useful for:

  • Employees working extra hours
  • HR teams doing quick estimates
  • Payroll checks before salary processing

⚠️ The calculator provides estimates only. Final overtime payments may vary based on company policy and labor law interpretation.


How Overtime Is Calculated in the UAE

Overtime pay in the UAE is usually calculated using your basic salary, not total salary. Allowances are typically excluded unless your contract states otherwise.

Overtime Calculation Formula (Simple Estimate)

Calculation StepFormula
Daily SalaryBasic Monthly Salary ÷ 30
Hourly RateDaily Salary ÷ 8
Overtime PayHourly Rate × Overtime Hours × Multiplier

Standard Formula:
(Basic Monthly Salary ÷ 30 ÷ 8) × Overtime Hours × Multiplier


Example Overtime Calculation (Table Format)

Example 1: Regular Overtime

DetailValue
Basic Monthly SalaryAED 12,000
Overtime Hours12
Multiplier1.5x
Hourly RateAED 50
Estimated Overtime PayAED 900

Sample UAE Overtime Calculator Result

Example 2: Calculator Estimate

InputAmount
Basic Monthly SalaryAED 10,000
Overtime Hours10
Multiplier1.25x (Regular)
ResultAmount
Estimated Hourly RateAED 41.67
Estimated Overtime PayAED 520.83

What Salary Should You Use for Overtime?

Salary TypeUse for Overtime?
Basic Salary✅ Yes
Housing Allowance❌ No
Transport Allowance❌ No
Other Allowances❌ No (unless contract says otherwise)

If your contract does not clearly mention allowances, always calculate overtime using basic salary only.


Common Overtime Multipliers in the UAE

Type of OvertimeTypical Multiplier
Regular Working Day1.25x
Rest Day1.5x
Night Overtime1.5x
Public HolidayUp to 2.0x

Multipliers may vary depending on company policy and employment contract.


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