Overtime Pay Rules Database

Overtime thresholds and pay multipliers by country and region.

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Overtime thresholds and pay multipliers by country and region — a quick reference for payroll, contractors and global teams. Always confirm with local counsel; add jurisdictions we miss.

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Country▲	Region / law	OT threshold	Multiplier	Notes
Australia	National (awards)	38 h/week	1.5× / 2×	Set by modern awards
Canada	Ontario	44 h/week	1.5×	Varies by province
France	National	35 h/week	1.25× then 1.5×	+25% for first 8h, +50% beyond
Germany	National	8 h/day (up to 10)	Per agreement	Time off in lieu common
India	Factories Act	9 h/day or 48 h/week	2×	Double the ordinary rate
Japan	National	40 h/week	1.25×+	+50% for >60h/month
United Kingdom	National	No statutory OT rate	Per contract	48h average cap (opt-out allowed)
United States	Federal (FLSA)	40 h/week	1.5×	Exempt salaried roles excluded
United States	California	8 h/day or 40 h/week	1.5× / 2× after 12h	Daily overtime + double time

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Disclaimer: This tool is for general informational and estimation purposes only and is not professional financial, tax, accounting or legal advice. All figures are estimates — verify with a qualified professional before making decisions. Read the full disclaimer.

Running payroll or contracting internationally? Look up overtime thresholds and pay multipliers by country before you calculate a single paycheck.

About Overtime Pay Rules Database

Overtime thresholds and pay multipliers are set by national and regional law, and getting them wrong is a costly payroll mistake. This reference summarises overtime rules by country and region for quick lookup.

How to use Overtime Pay Rules Database

1Search or use the filters to narrow the overtime-rules reference.
2Click any column heading to sort and rank the entries.
3Export the results to CSV for your own analysis.
4Spot something missing? Add an entry — it stays in your browser.

Why use Overtime Pay Rules Database?

✓A curated, searchable overtime-rules reference you can filter and sort in seconds.
✓Export the results to CSV for your own spreadsheets and reports.
✓Add entries we're missing — your additions stay private in your browser.
✓Completely free, with no account or download required.

Frequently asked questions

When does overtime pay start?+

Commonly after 40 hours/week (US federal), 35 hours/week in France, or 8 hours/day in places like California. Exempt salaried roles are often excluded.

What's the typical overtime multiplier?+

1.5× (time-and-a-half) is most common, with double time in some regions for longer hours. Thresholds vary by country and award.

Is the overtime rules database free to use?+

Yes. It is completely free, runs in your browser and needs no sign-up. Any data point you add stays on your device — nothing is uploaded.

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