Hungary Overtime Calculator

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WH By WageHour Tools Editorial Team Verified against official sources June 19, 2026 How we research
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Calculate your Hungary overtime pay

Regular
40.0h
$1,000.00
Overtime
6.0h
$225.00
Total this week
$1,225.00

Hungary Overtime Rules

Weekly OT
After 40h
at 1.5× pay
Daily OT
None
Weekly basis
Updated
2026-06-19
Hungary — EURES living & working conditions ↗

Hungary's standard week is 40 hours. Overtime is paid with a +50% wage supplement (or paid time off), rising to +100% for work on a weekly rest day or public holiday.

  • +50% supplement for regular overtime, or paid leave in lieu.
  • +100% for overtime on a weekly rest day or public holiday (or +50% plus a substitute rest day).
  • The annual overtime limit is generally 250 hours, extendable by collective agreement.

This applies the +50% rate for regular overtime; rest-day and holiday work is higher, and a collective agreement can change the figures.

Frequently asked questions

Is overtime pay the same across the EU?

No. The EU Working Time Directive sets shared limits — an average 48-hour maximum week (including overtime), minimum daily and weekly rest, and paid leave — but it does not set overtime pay rates. Premiums are decided nationally, and in several countries by collective agreement rather than statute.

How is overtime paid in Hungary?

In Hungary, overtime above 40 hours a week is paid at a statutory premium of 50%. Higher rates can apply for night, Sunday and public-holiday work. See the rules below for the exact figures.

Can a collective agreement change the overtime rate?

Yes. In most EU countries a sector or company collective agreement can set overtime rates above the statutory minimum, or replace premium pay with compensatory time off. Always check the agreement that applies to your role.