🇰🇷 Work Hours Calculator South Korea

Calculate your work hours with South Korea labor law information, overtime rules, and minimum wage details.

🗣 Korean₩ KRW (South Korean Won)

Calculate Work Hours in South Korea

A common baseline is overtime beyond standard weekly hours at 1.5x, with separate rules for holidays/night work.

Results

7.50 hrs
Net Work Hours
Total Duration8h 0m
Break30 min
Net Hours7h 30m
Overtime Hours0.00
Overtime BasisDaily threshold
Regular Pay0.00
Overtime Pay0.00
Total Pay0.00

🇰🇷 South Korea Employment Laws

🗣 LanguageKorean
₩ CurrencyKRW (South Korean Won)

📅 Last verified: June 20, 2026. Labour rules and wage rates can change, so confirm with official sources before payroll cutoff.

⏰ Standard Working Hours

40 hrs/week (8 hrs/day), max 52 with OT

⚡ Overtime Rules

1.5x regular rate, 2x on holidays

💰 Minimum Wage

South Korea minimum wage: ₩10,320 per hour for 2026.

🏖️ Leave Entitlement

15 days (1 yr), +1 day per 2 yrs (max 25)

😴 Breaks

30-min per 4 hrs, 1-hr per 8 hrs

Practical South Korea Work Examples

🧮 South Korea standard shift example

Input: 09:00 to 17:45, 45-minute break.

Result: 8.00 paid hours.

Pay sample: ₩104,000 at ₩13,000/hour.

🧮 South Korea overtime shift example

Input: 08:00 to 19:00, 60-minute break.

Result: 10.00 paid hours with 2.00 overtime hours (using a 8-hour daily threshold for illustration).

Pay sample: regular ₩104,000 + overtime ₩39,000 = ₩143,000.

Local rule note: 1.5x regular rate, 2x on holidays

Common Use Cases

📌 Use Case 1

52-hour week monitoring for office teams.

📌 Use Case 2

Manufacturing overtime planning during peak demand.

📌 Use Case 3

Payroll checks for late-night and holiday hours.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

⚠️ Assuming South Korea rules apply identically to all industries

In South Korea, collective agreements or modern awards may override general statutory limits. Always check if your sector has specific rules.

⚠️ Ignoring South Korea unpaid break deductions

Failing to accurately deduct unpaid meal breaks from total shift hours can lead to inflated overtime claims and payroll errors.

Official Sources

🔗 Minimum Wage Council Republic of Korea

Last verified: June 20, 2026

https://www.minimumwage.go.kr/english/introduce/minWage.do

🔗 Ministry of Employment and Labor (Korea)

Last verified: June 20, 2026

https://www.moel.go.kr/english/

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to common questions

What are the standard working hours in South Korea?
40 hrs/week (8 hrs/day), max 52 with OT
How is overtime calculated in South Korea?
1.5x regular rate, 2x on holidays
What is the minimum wage in South Korea?
South Korea minimum wage: ₩10,320 per hour for 2026.
How many days of leave do workers get in South Korea?
15 days (1 yr), +1 day per 2 yrs (max 25)
Can this South Korea calculator handle overnight shifts?
Yes. If end time is earlier than start time, the calculator assumes the shift crosses midnight and still applies break deductions and pay logic correctly.
Should I use daily or weekly overtime limits in South Korea?
Use your contract, award/collective agreement, and local law. South Korea rules can differ by sector, and many employers use weekly thresholds even when daily examples are shown.
Where should I verify updates for South Korea minimum wage and working-time rules?
Check the official sources listed on this page, then confirm any sector-specific agreements before payroll cutoff.
How should I use the South Korea minimum wage figure in payroll checks?
Treat published minimum rates as a floor, then compare with your local sector rules and contract terms. Current page reference: South Korea minimum wage: ₩10,320 per hour for 2026..
What weekly hour target should I benchmark in South Korea?
A practical benchmark from this page is around 40 hours per week, then adjust for contract schedules, rest rules, and local exceptions.