Ethiopian Overtime Calculator 2026 — Labour Proclamation No. 1156/2019
Calculate overtime wages in Ethiopia under Labour Proclamation No. 1156/2019. Compute day overtime (1.5x), night overtime (1.75x), weekend rest day (2.0x), and public holiday (2.5x) pay in ETB.
Ethiopia · Ethiopian Overtime Calculator
Methodology
Under Ethiopian Labour Proclamation No. 1156/2019, regular working hours are capped at 8 hours per day or 48 hours per week. The standard monthly base is 200 working hours. Overtime multipliers are: Day (1.5x), Night (1.75x), Weekly rest day (2.0x), and Public holiday (2.5x).
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Ethiopian Labour Proclamation 1156/2019 Overtime Multiplier Rates
| Overtime Period | Time Window | Statutory Multiplier | Legal Baseline |
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| Daytime Overtime | 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM | 1.50x (150%) | Art. 68(1)(a) |
| Nighttime Overtime | 10:00 PM – 6:00 AM | 1.75x (175%) | Art. 68(1)(b) |
| Weekly Rest Day | Sunday / Designated Rest Day | 2.00x (200%) | Art. 68(1)(c) |
| Public Holiday | Gazetted Official Holidays | 2.50x (250%) | Art. 68(1)(d) |
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User-provided inputs
This calculator uses only the values you enter. It does not automatically apply tax law, statutory deductions, lender fees, or live exchange rates.
Frequently asked questions
What are the official overtime rates under Ethiopian Labour Proclamation No. 1156/2019?
Overtime between 6:00 AM and 10:00 PM is paid at 1.5 times the hourly rate. Overtime between 10:00 PM and 6:00 AM is 1.75 times. Weekly rest days are paid at 2.0 times (200%), and public holidays are paid at 2.5 times (250%).
How is standard hourly wage computed from monthly salary in Ethiopia?
Under standard Ethiopian HR and labour court practice, the hourly wage equals basic monthly salary divided by 200 working hours (8 hours/day × 25 days).
Is overtime pay subject to employment income tax (PAYE)?
Yes, overtime earnings are considered taxable employment income and are added to taxable salary for the month.