How much is overtime pay in Guatemala?

According to Article 121 of the Labor Code, overtime is paid at a 50% premium over the regular hourly rate. That means 1.5 times the normal hourly wage.

How many hours is a regular workday in Guatemala?

The day shift (diurna) is 8 hours/day (44/week), night shift (nocturna) is 6 hours (36/week), and mixed shift (mixta) is 7 hours (42/week).

Is overtime mandatory?

No, overtime work is voluntary except in cases of disaster or imminent risk. No worker can be forced to work overtime.

What is the incentive bonus (bonificación incentivo)?

It's a monthly Q250 bonus established by Decree 37-2001 that every employer must pay in addition to regular salary. It's not included in salary calculations for benefits.

Calculadora de Horas Extras Guatemala - Pagamento por Jornada

Calcule o pagamento de horas extras segundo o Código do Trabalho da Guatemala, incluindo jornada diurna, noturna e mista.

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