The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) has released guidelines on wage payments for employees working during All Saints’ Day, All Souls’ Day, and Bonifacio Day this November.
Under Labor Advisory No. 18, Series of 2026, signed by Labor Secretary Francis Tolentino on October 12, the agency outlined the prescribed pay rates for the special non-working days on November 1 and 2 and the regular holiday on November 30.
For All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day, employees who do not report for work will generally not receive pay under the “no work, no pay” policy, unless their company has an existing policy, practice, or collective bargaining agreement providing otherwise.
Employees who work during either special non-working day must receive 130 percent of their basic daily wage for the first eight hours.
Those who render overtime work are entitled to an additional 30 percent of their hourly rate on the special day.
Workers whose scheduled rest day coincides with either special non-working day must receive 150 percent of their basic daily wage for the first eight hours, with additional compensation for overtime.
Meanwhile, Bonifacio Day on November 30 is classified as a regular holiday.
Employees who do not work on that day are entitled to 100 percent of their daily wage, provided they meet the applicable eligibility requirements, including being present or on paid leave on the workday immediately preceding the holiday.
Those who report for work on Bonifacio Day must receive 200 percent of their basic daily wage for the first eight hours.
Overtime work on the regular holiday requires an additional 30 percent of the applicable hourly holiday rate.
Employees who work on Bonifacio Day when it coincides with their scheduled rest day are entitled to 260 percent of their basic daily wage for the first eight hours, with corresponding overtime premiums for additional work.
DOLE reminded employers to strictly observe the prescribed wage rates and ensure that workers receive the compensation required under existing labor laws.
The department also encouraged employees to familiarize themselves with the holiday pay guidelines to protect their rights and ensure proper payment for work rendered during the November holidays.
