Work Hours Calculator Gibraltar

Work Hours Calculator Gibraltar

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   Enter your daily times

   Log start and finish times for each day, or switch to weekly mode to enter totals directly.

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   Add break time

   Subtract any unpaid break. Gibraltar law requires at least 20 minutes after 6 hours worked.

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   Set your overtime multiplier

   Check your contract. Common rates are 1.25× or 1.5× for weekday overtime and 2× for public holidays.

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   Enter your hourly rate

   Include your base hourly rate in pounds sterling (£) to see gross pay for the period.

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   Review and export

   Download a PDF timesheet or CSV for payroll, client invoicing, or personal records.

Standard hours and overtime threshold

The ordinary working week in Gibraltar is 40 hours, typically Monday to Friday, 9:00–17:00 with a one-hour unpaid lunch. Hours worked beyond 40 in a week are classified as overtime. The Employment Act does not prescribe a minimum overtime multiplier, so employers commonly use 1.25× or 1.5× depending on the contract.

• Standard week: 40 hours
• Maximum average: 48 hours over 17 weeks (EU WTD)
• Statutory daily rest: 11 consecutive hours
• Statutory weekly rest: 24 consecutive hours
• Break entitlement: 20 minutes after 6 hours worked

Public holidays

Gibraltar observes 15 public holidays per year. Work on a public holiday is paid at rates set by the employment contract; no statutory multiplier is legislated. Many contracts specify double time (2×) for public holiday working.

Pay periods and record-keeping

Most Gibraltar employers pay monthly by bank transfer. The Employment Act requires employers to maintain records of hours worked for each employee and to provide a written payslip showing all deductions. Timesheets should be retained for at least two years.

Cross-border workers

A significant portion of Gibraltar's workforce commutes daily from Spain. Following Brexit, frontier workers must comply with bilateral entry arrangements. Their employment rights — including working time protections — are governed by Gibraltar law regardless of residence.

Gibraltar Work Hours — Frequently Asked Questions

What is the maximum number of hours I can work in Gibraltar?

The EU Working Time Directive (retained in Gibraltar law) limits average weekly hours to 48, calculated over a 17-week reference period. Workers can voluntarily opt out of this limit by signing an individual opt-out agreement, but the opt-out cannot be made a condition of employment.

Is there a statutory overtime rate in Gibraltar?

No. The Employment Act 2006 does not prescribe a minimum overtime premium. Your overtime rate depends on your employment contract or any applicable collective agreement. Typical contractual rates are 1.25× for weekday overtime and 1.5–2× for weekends and public holidays.

How many public holidays does Gibraltar have?

Gibraltar observes 15 public holidays per year, including Gibraltar National Day (10 September) and Queen's Birthday. If you are required to work on a public holiday, the rate of pay is set by your contract — commonly double time (2×).

Am I entitled to a rest break during the working day?

Yes. The Employment Act entitles workers to a rest break of at least 20 minutes when the working day exceeds 6 hours. This break is not required to be paid unless your contract specifies otherwise.

Does Brexit affect the working time rules that apply to me?

Gibraltar retained EU employment law — including the Working Time Directive — following Brexit. The 48-hour average week, minimum rest periods, and related protections therefore still apply under Gibraltar law.