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Overtime calculator (BCEA)
Under the BCEA, overtime is paid at 1.5 times the normal hourly rate, Sunday work at double (1.5x if you normally work Sundays), and public holidays at double. Overtime is capped at 10 hours a week.
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Questions
How much is overtime pay in South Africa?
At least 1.5 times the normal hourly wage (section 10 of the BCEA), or paid time off if agreed.
What is the maximum overtime allowed?
10 hours a week and 3 hours a day, unless a collective agreement allows more.
Does the BCEA overtime rule apply to high earners?
No. Employees earning above the BCEA earnings threshold are excluded from the overtime sections.