Cayman Islands Overtime & Public Holiday Calculator
Compute statutory premium pay for normal overtime hours (1.5× time-and-a-half) and official Cayman Islands public holiday work (2.0× double time) in KYD (CI$) and USD ($).
The Cayman Islands Labour Act mandates that hours worked beyond the agreed standard work week (up to 45 hours maximum) must be paid at 150% (1.5× regular hourly rate). Work on official public holidays must be compensated at 200% (2.0× double time). For monthly employees on a 40-hour week, the hourly base rate is calculated as Monthly Basic / 173.33. The currency peg is permanently fixed at CI$ 1.00 = USD $1.20.
⏱️️ Working Hours & Wage Parameters
Contractual basic salary (fixed peg: 1 KYD = 1.20 USD).
Hours beyond standard weekly contract.
Official Cayman public holidays.
Under Section 19 of the Labour Act, an employer shall not require an employee to work more than a standard work week plus reasonable overtime, subject to a mandatory continuous rest period of not less than 24 consecutive hours in every seven-day period.
📊 Cayman Islands Labour Act Statutory Overtime Multipliers
| Working Category | Statutory Basis | Multiplier Rate | Time-Off in Lieu Option | Exemptions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Overtime | Hours exceeding contractual week | 150% (1.5× Basic) | 1.5 hrs per hr worked | Managers & Professionals |
| Public General Holiday | Labour Act Section 24 | 200% (2.0× Double) | Alternate paid day off | None (All employees) |
| Rostered Weekly Rest Day | Mandatory 24h rest period | 150% – 200% | Substitute rest day | Continuous shift operations |
Lead software engineer and computational compliance specialist with over a decade of experience designing verified legal calculators and economic modeling engines. This Cayman Islands Overtime Calculator complies strictly with the statutory provisions of the Labour Act (2021 Revision) and guidance published by the Department of Labour & Pensions (DLP).
❓ Cayman Islands Overtime & Holiday FAQs
What is the statutory overtime pay rate in the Cayman Islands? ▼
Under Section 22 of the Cayman Islands Labour Act (2021 Revision), work performed in excess of the standard contractual work week (up to the statutory maximum normal week of 45 hours) must be compensated at not less than 150% (1.5 times the employee's regular hourly wage), or compensated via equivalent paid time-off in lieu by written agreement.
What is the pay rate for working on a public holiday in the Cayman Islands? ▼
Under Section 24 of the Labour Act, an employee required to work on an official public general holiday is legally entitled to at least double time (200% of their regular basic hourly wage), or regular pay plus an alternative paid substitute day off.
How is the hourly wage calculated from a monthly salary in Cayman? ▼
For a standard 40-hour work week, the hourly wage is derived by dividing monthly basic salary by 173.33 hours (representing 40 hours * 52 weeks / 12 months). For a 45-hour work week, monthly basic salary is divided by 195.00 hours.
Are managerial and executive staff entitled to statutory overtime pay? ▼
Under Section 18 of the Labour Act, persons employed in an executive, managerial, or professional capacity are generally exempt from mandatory statutory overtime rules, provided their remuneration package reflects compensation for variable working hours.
What is the statutory currency peg between KYD and USD? ▼
The Cayman Islands Dollar is permanently pegged to the United States Dollar at 1 KYD = 1.20 USD (or USD $1.00 = CI$ 0.8333). Overtime and public holiday earnings convert at this exact statutory rate.
📊 Cayman Islands Statutory Fee & National Pension Matrix
| Statutory Component / Legal Deduction Item | Calculated Amount (KYD) |
|---|---|
| Primary Net / Statutory Payable Amount | CI$ 0.00 |