End of year bonus calculator Mauritius
The end of year bonus, often called the 13th month, is set by section 54 of the Workers' Rights Act 2019.
Enter your wage and the months you worked this year to see the bonus and the two payment dates.
How it's calculated
- The bonus is one twelfth of your earnings for the calendar year with that employer.
- At least 75% is paid no later than 5 clear working days before 25 December. The balance is paid by the last working day of the year.
- If you leave during the year, the bonus covers the months you worked and is due by the end of the month you leave.
An example
On Rs 30,000 a month for the whole year the bonus is Rs 30,000: Rs 22,500 before Christmas and Rs 7,500 by year end.
Frequently asked questions
Who gets the end of year bonus?
Workers with a basic wage of up to Rs 100,000 a month, whether they worked the whole year or part of it. Workers in some sugar, field crop, livestock and fishing sectors follow their own regulations.
Do I get it if I resign?
Yes, if you had worked at least 8 months months in the year when you resign. It is worked out on your earnings up to that point.
Is the bonus taxed?
Yes. For PAYE it counts as a thirteenth pay period, and CSG is also due on it.
Key terms
- 13th month
- The everyday name for the end of year bonus.
- Earnings
- What you were paid for the year by that employer, overtime and other pay included.
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