Timesheet Calculator Gibraltar

Timesheet Calculator Gibraltar

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   Select your period

   Choose Day, Week, 2 Weeks, or Month. The 48-hour WTD average is calculated over 17 weeks, but weekly tracking helps you spot potential limit breaches early.

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   Enter start and finish times

   Enter the time you started and finished each day (e.g. 09:00 and 18:00). Overnight shifts spanning midnight are handled automatically.

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   Deduct unpaid breaks

   Enter the duration of any unpaid rest break in minutes (e.g. 30 for lunch). Do not deduct paid breaks your contract provides for.

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   Check your total hours

   Review total hours worked versus your contractual standard (e.g. 37.5 h or 40 h) to identify overtime. Flag any weeks approaching the 48-hour WTD limit.

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   Enter your hourly rate

   Enter your gross hourly rate (£) to see estimated gross pay. For overtime at a contractual premium, check that your rate field reflects your basic rate — adjust manually for blended calculations.

Working time limits under Gibraltar law

The Working Time Regulations (Gibraltar) 2005 implement the EU WTD and set the maximum average working week at 48 hours, calculated over a reference period of 17 weeks. Employees may opt out of the 48-hour limit individually and in writing, as is common in Gibraltar's financial services sector where longer hours are sometimes required. The opt-out must be voluntary and can be withdrawn by the employee with notice.

Workers are entitled to a rest period of at least 11 consecutive hours between working days, and a weekly rest period of at least 24 hours (or 48 hours per fortnight) in each 7-day period. Night workers (those who regularly work at least 3 hours between midnight and 5 am) have an additional limit of 8 hours average per 24-hour period.

Overtime pay

There is no statutory minimum overtime rate in Gibraltar. Your entitlement to overtime pay, and the rate at which it is calculated, depends entirely on your employment contract or any applicable collective agreement. Common arrangements in Gibraltar include time-and-a-half (1.5×) for weekday overtime and double time (2×) for weekend or public holiday work, but these are contractual, not statutory.

Public holidays in Gibraltar are declared annually by the Governor and typically number around 12. Working on a public holiday may attract a premium or a day off in lieu, depending on your contract. Gibraltar has 10 statutory public holidays.

Rest breaks

Workers are entitled to a rest break of at least 20 minutes where the working day is longer than 6 hours. This break is unpaid unless your contract provides otherwise. When using this calculator, enter your unpaid break time in the Break column to ensure your recorded working hours exclude rest time.

Timesheet Calculator Gibraltar — Frequently Asked Questions

What is the maximum working week in Gibraltar?

Under the Working Time Regulations (Gibraltar) 2005, the maximum average working week is 48 hours, measured over a 17-week reference period. Employees can opt out of this limit individually and in writing — this is common in financial services. The opt-out is voluntary and can be withdrawn by giving the employer at least 7 days' notice (or longer if specified in the opt-out agreement, up to 3 months). Even with an opt-out, workers retain rights to minimum daily and weekly rest periods.

Is there a statutory overtime rate in Gibraltar?

No. Gibraltar does not have a statutory minimum overtime rate. Your overtime pay — including when it kicks in and at what rate — is determined by your employment contract or collective agreement. Typical contractual arrangements include 1.5× for weekday overtime above your contracted hours and 2× for weekend or public holiday work. If your contract is silent on overtime, the default position under Gibraltar law is that overtime must be paid but the rate defaults to your ordinary hourly rate unless an enhanced rate is agreed.

How many public holidays are there in Gibraltar?

Gibraltar has 10 statutory public holidays prescribed by the Employment Act 2009, plus additional days declared annually by the Governor. In recent years the total has typically been around 12 days per year. Key dates include New Year's Day, Commonwealth Day, Gibraltar National Day (10 September), Christmas Day, and Boxing Day. Working on a public holiday entitles you to a day off in lieu or a premium rate as specified in your employment contract.

Do I need to keep a timesheet record in Gibraltar?

Yes. The Working Time Regulations (Gibraltar) 2005 require employers to keep adequate records to demonstrate compliance with the 48-hour average limit and rest period entitlements. Employees who have opted out of the 48-hour limit must still be covered by records showing rest breaks and daily rest periods. Maintaining your own timesheet records alongside your employer's system is good practice, particularly in industries like financial services where hours tend to be long and disputes about working time are more common.

What rest breaks am I entitled to in Gibraltar?

If your working day is more than 6 hours, you are entitled to a rest break of at least 20 consecutive minutes. This break is unpaid unless your contract says otherwise. Between working days, you are entitled to at least 11 consecutive hours of rest. Each week you are entitled to a minimum of 24 consecutive hours free from work (or 48 hours per fortnight). These rest entitlements apply regardless of any opt-out from the 48-hour weekly limit.