How to calculate overtime in South Africa: BCEA rates at 1.5× on weekdays and 2× on Sundays/public holidays. Free overtime pay calculator.
Uses official 1.5x weekday and 2x Sunday/holiday overtime rates from the Basic Conditions of Employment Act
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Official overtime pay rates under the Basic Conditions of Employment Act (Section 10)
| Type of Work | Rate | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Normal Hours | 1x | Standard hourly wage |
| Weekday Overtime | 1.5x | Hours beyond normal on Mon-Sat |
| Sunday Work | 2x | Any hours worked on a Sunday |
| Public Holiday | 2x | Any hours worked on a public holiday |
Key BCEA limits:
Maximum weekly overtime: 10 hours per week by agreement
Maximum daily overtime: 3 hours per day
Normal work week: 45 hours (9 hrs/day for 5-day or 8 hrs/day for 6-day week)
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