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Overtime work: what it is

Work at the employer’s request beyond your normal working day or shift. It is paid at a higher rate: the first 2 hours at least 1.5 times, after that at least double.

In Russian: Сверхурочная работа·Sverkhurochnaya rabota

Work and salary Checked by the editorial team Checked: September 2026
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In Russia, Kazakhstan and Belarus

Russia

No more than 4 hours over 2 consecutive days and 120 hours a year, usually with the employee’s written consent (Art. 99 of the Labour Code). Instead of higher pay, you can take extra rest time (Art. 152 of the Labour Code).

Kazakhstan

Overtime is limited to 2 hours a day (1 hour for heavy work) and 12 hours a month, and is paid at no less than one and a half times the rate.

Belarus

Overtime is paid at no less than double the rate; alternatively, at the employee’s request, another day off can be given.

Sources: Labour Code of the Russian Federation («Трудовой кодекс РФ»), ConsultantPlus

This information is for reference only and does not constitute financial, tax or legal advice. Prepared by our editorial team, last checked: September 2026. Found an error? Write to us.

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