What Are the UAE Labour Law Rules on Overtime Pay and Rest Days?
Last updated: October 6, 2026
What Are the UAE Labour Law Rules on Overtime Pay and Rest Days?
Overtime and weekly rest days are important considerations for UAE employers managing attendance, shift schedules, payroll, and workforce planning. Businesses operating extended hours or 24/7 operations need to accurately distinguish normal working hours, overtime, weekly rest-day work, and public-holiday work.