Philippine Holidays and Additional Charges
- Regular Non-Working Holiday: These are holidays that are typically observed nationwide, and the government mandates strict observance. They tend to fall on the same dates each year (with some exceptions such as Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, Eid’l Fitr, and Eidul Adha). Employees who work on these days are entitled to 200% of their daily wage (double pay).
- Special Non-Working Holiday: These holidays are more flexible and declared by the government for specific occasions. Employees who work on these days receive an additional 30% on top of their daily wage. If an employee chooses not to work, it's typically a no-work, no-pay policy unless their employer provides holiday pay. Examples include Chinese New Year, All Saints' Day, and Ninoy Aquino Day.
- Special Working Holiday: Unlike the other two types, these are regular workdays, meaning employees are required to work with no additional holiday pay. If an employee takes leave on a special working holiday, they must use their leave credits. Examples include All Souls' Day and Christmas Eve (some years).
Additional Charges if an employee worked on a Philippine holiday
Employees will receive different pay rates for work on different types of holidays, depending on when they have worked and how they have worked.
Regular Holidays
Employees required to work on regular holidays are entitled to the following pay structure: Basic Pay x 200% surcharge for working on a regular holiday.
1. Overtime on a Regular Holiday
- (Hourly Rate) x 200% x 130% x (Number of Hours Worked).
2. Work on a Regular Holiday that is also a Rest Day:
- [(Basic Wage) x 200%] + [30% x (Basic Wage x 200%)]
3. Overtime on a Regular Holiday that is also a Rest Day:
- (Hourly Rate) x 200% x 130% x 130% x (Number of Hours Worked).
Special Non-Working Holidays
Employees required to work on special non-working holidays are are entitled to the following pay structure: Basic Wage x 130% if you work on a special non-working holiday.
1. Overtime on a Special Non-Working Holiday:
- (Hourly Rate of Basic Wage) x 130% x 130% x (Number of Hours Worked).
2. Work on a Special Non-Working Holiday that is also a Rest Day:
- (Daily Rate) x 150%.
3. Overtime on a Special Non-Working Holiday that is also a Rest Day:
- (Hourly Rate of Basic Wage) x 150% x 130% x (Number of Hours Worked).
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