Details about the Holiday Pay Rules in the Philippines as Set by DOLE
Countless companies in the Philippines abide by the holiday pay rules set by the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) for workers on duty during holidays.
Every year, there are several holidays in the Philippines. Some of these are regular holidays while others are special non-working days. In the case of regular holidays, they are those that are constant holidays in the country annually.
Most of the regular holidays are due to a worldwide celebration like celebrating Christmas and New Year. There are also several regular holidays for the commemoration of certain significant events and people in the history of the country.
During regular holidays, classes in schools in all levels are suspended. There are also a lot of work offices most especially government offices wherein duties are suspended. This is to pave the way for the people to celebrate or be part of the commemmoration of certain events or people.
Here are the regular holidays in the Philippines:
- New Year’s Day – January 1 (Saturday)
- Araw ng Kagitingan – April 10 (Monday nearest April 9)
- Maundy Thursday – April 6
- Good Friday – April 7
- Labor Day – May 1 (Monday)
- Independence Day – June 12 (Monday)
- National Heroes Day – August 28 (last Monday of August)
- Bonifacio Day – November 27 (Monday nearest November 30)
- Christmas Day – December 25 (Monday)
- Rizal Day – December 30 (Saturday)
However, there are companies and establishments that have to continue their operation even during regular holidays in the Philippines. These includes the essential firms that most people rely on for their needs. Thus, some employees have to report to work.
To protect the welfare of the employees, the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) has set rules giving employees who report to work on regular holidays additional pay.
The rule is part of the Philippine Labor Code which companies in the country must adhere to. Most of those who benefit the pay are employees in the private sector as government offices abide by the work suspension during holidays.