What do I get for overtime?
What you get for your overtime.
At a glance
The answer, and what is worth knowing.
- Extra hours, from the 41st to the 45th hour, are paid +20%: €6.62 an hour on the minimum wage.
- Legal overtime is paid +40%: €7.73 an hour.
- Overtime without approval is paid +120%: €12.14 an hour.
How we calculate it
The hourly pay is the salary divided by 25, times 6, divided by 40.
Each hour is paid at the hourly pay plus its premium: 20%, 40% or 120%.
e-EFKA contributions count only on the basic hourly pay. The tax counts on the whole amount, at the average tax rate of your pay.
We checked the rules on 19 October 2026. The result is an estimate. It does not replace your payroll or your accountant.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between extra hours and overtime?
Extra hours are the hours from the 41st to the 45th of the week, in a 5-day week. Overtime is the hours above 45. Extra hours do not count towards the overtime limit.
How much overtime is allowed?
Up to 4 hours a day and 150 hours a year. Above 150, with a special permit, the premium is 60%.
Does overtime carry contributions?
Since 2025, the overtime premium carries no contributions if you work full time. Only the basic hourly pay does. The tax counts on the whole amount.
Can I refuse overtime?
Yes. A refusal is not a reason for dismissal.