The main office of the Department of Labor and Employment (fPhoto by DOLE)
MANILA, Philippines – The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) on Friday reminded employers of the correct payment of wages during Eid’l Adha, or the feast of sacrifice, on June 28 after President Ferdinand ” Bongbong” Marcos Jr. said on the regular holiday day.
According to the DOLE, through Labor Guidance Series No. 13 of 2023, employees who worked during Eid’l Adha will be entitled to 200% of their base salary for the first eight hours.
If an employee’s day off falls on June 28 but chooses to work, they are entitled to an additional 30% of their base salary on top of the 200%.
All employees working overtime (overtime) are entitled to an additional 30% of their hourly rate.
During this time, employees who do not show up for work during the holidays will still be entitled to 100% of their base salary.
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