The Gambia Overtime Pay Calculator 🇬🇲
Compute regular hourly wage rates, normal overtime (1.5×), night shift premiums (1.75×), Sunday rest day work (2.0×), and gazetted public holidays (2.0×) in Gambian Dalasi (GMD).
Base contract salary excluding variable allowances
Divisor used to establish the regular hourly rate
Extra hours worked Monday to Friday / Saturday
Night work between 10:00 PM and 6:00 AM
Double-time for statutory weekly rest day
Official national holidays worked in full
The Gambia Statutory Overtime Multiplier Matrix
| Overtime Tier | Statutory Multiplier | Applicable Hours | Tax Treatment (GRA) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Normal Working Day Overtime | 150% (1.5×) | Beyond 8h/day or 40h/week (Mon-Sat) | Fully taxable under PAYE |
| Night Shift Premium | 175% (1.75×) | Night work (10:00 PM to 6:00 AM) | Fully taxable under PAYE |
| Sunday / Statutory Rest Day | 200% (2.0×) | All hours on designated rest day | Fully taxable under PAYE |
| National Public Holiday | 200% (2.0×) | Gazetted public national holidays | Fully taxable under PAYE |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) - Overtime Pay in The Gambia
What is the standard overtime premium in The Gambia?
Under The Gambia Labour Act 2007, any work performed in excess of statutory normal working hours (typically 8 hours per day or 40 hours per week) must be remunerated at a minimum of 150% (1.5 times the basic hourly wage).
What is the statutory pay rate for working on Sundays or weekly rest days?
Work performed on an employee's statutory weekly rest day (customarily Sunday) must be paid at double time (200% / 2.0x the regular hourly wage) or compensated with equivalent paid time off in lieu.
How is the regular hourly wage divisor calculated in The Gambia?
For monthly-salaried employees on a standard 40-hour workweek, the monthly divisor is 173.33 hours (40 hours × 52 weeks ÷ 12 months). For 48-hour continuous or hospitality shifts, a divisor of 208 hours applies.
How are national public holidays compensated in The Gambia?
Employees required to work on gazetted national public holidays (Independence Day, Koriteh, Tobaski, Christmas, New Year) are entitled to double-time pay (200% / 2.0x) for all hours worked.
Is overtime earnings subject to GRA PAYE tax and SSHFC deductions?
Yes. Overtime allowances are fully taxable under GRA PAYE withholding schedules as gross employment income in the month earned. SSHFC pension contributions may apply depending on employment contracts.
Engr. Muhammad Shahzad
Verified Technical AuthorPrincipal Civil & Systems Software Engineer specializing in West African statutory labor standards, wage divisors, and automated payroll compliance software.
📊 Gambia Revenue Authority (GRA) & SSHFC Pension Matrix
| Statutory Component / Legal Deduction Item | Calculated Amount (GMD) |
|---|---|
| Primary Net / Statutory Payable Amount | D 0.00 |