🇻🇳 Work Hours Calculator Vietnam

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

🗣 Vietnamese₫ VND (Vietnamese Dong)

Calculate Work Hours in Vietnam

A common baseline is overtime above standard hours with higher multipliers on weekly rest days and holidays.

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

🇻🇳 Vietnam Employment Laws

🗣 LanguageVietnamese
₫ CurrencyVND (Vietnamese Dong)

📅 Last verified: May 26, 2026. Labour rules and wage rates can change, so confirm with official sources before payroll cutoff.

⏰ Standard Working Hours

48 hrs/week (8 hrs/day)

⚡ Overtime Rules

1.5x weekdays, 2x weekends, 3x holidays

💰 Minimum Wage

Vietnam uses regional minimum wages; confirm the current region and rate that apply to your workplace.

🏖️ Leave Entitlement

12 days (first year), +1 day per 5 yrs

😴 Breaks

30-minute break during shift

Practical Vietnam Work Examples

🧮 Vietnam standard shift example

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

Result: 8.00 paid hours.

Pay sample: ₫560,000 at ₫70,000/hour.

🧮 Vietnam 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 ₫560,000 + overtime ₫210,000 = ₫770,000.

Local rule note: 1.5x weekdays, 2x weekends, 3x holidays

Common Use Cases

📌 Use Case 1

Regional wage and overtime planning for factories.

📌 Use Case 2

Shift scheduling for export-driven production teams.

📌 Use Case 3

Payroll checks for weekend and holiday multipliers.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

⚠️ Assuming Vietnam rules apply identically to all industries

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

⚠️ Ignoring Vietnam 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

🔗 Government portal (Vietnam)

Last verified: May 26, 2026

https://chinhphu.vn/

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to common questions

What are the standard working hours in Vietnam?
48 hrs/week (8 hrs/day)
How is overtime calculated in Vietnam?
1.5x weekdays, 2x weekends, 3x holidays
What is the minimum wage in Vietnam?
Vietnam uses regional minimum wages; confirm the current region and rate that apply to your workplace.
How many days of leave do workers get in Vietnam?
12 days (first year), +1 day per 5 yrs
Can this Vietnam 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 Vietnam?
Use your contract, award/collective agreement, and local law. Vietnam rules can differ by sector, and many employers use weekly thresholds even when daily examples are shown.
Where should I verify updates for Vietnam 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 Vietnam 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: Vietnam uses regional minimum wages; confirm the current region and rate that apply to your workplace..
What weekly hour target should I benchmark in Vietnam?
A practical benchmark from this page is around 48 hours per week, then adjust for contract schedules, rest rules, and local exceptions.