Overtime pay and rights under Oman’s labor law: What workers need to know
In the Sultanate of Oman, the updated Sultanate Labor Law was issued under Royal Decree No. 53/2023 .
The Sultanate of Oman provides a clear and structured legal framework regarding overtime work to balance operational requirements with employees’ rights. Oman’s labor regulations are implemented under Royal Decree No. 53/2023.
Under the law, an employer may request an employee to work overtime to meet business needs, but strict limits are set to prevent employee burnout.
Maximum Working Hours and Rates
Daily Limit:
Total working hours—combining regular hours and overtime—cannot exceed 12 hours in a single day.
Consent: Under normal circumstances, overtime is voluntary and requires the employee’s consent.
Standard Overtime Pay: Employers must compensate overtime based on the employee’s basic salary, adding a minimum premium of:
25% extra for daytime overtime.
50% extra for night-time overtime.
Alternative:
The employer may provide time off in lieu of overtime pay with the employee’s agreement.
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