Philippine Labor Law Guides
Free comprehensive guides on workers' statutory benefits, based on the DOLE Handbook and the Labor Code of the Philippines.
Holiday Pay Rules in the Philippines
Complete guide to Philippine holiday pay rules, computation, and legal basis under the Labor Code.
→Overtime Pay Rules & Computation
Learn how overtime pay is computed in the Philippines, including premium rates for rest days and holidays.
→Night Shift Differential Pay Guide
Understand night shift differential pay in the Philippines — who qualifies, rates, and computation.
→13th Month Pay Complete Guide
Everything about 13th month pay in the Philippines — computation, deadlines, tax rules, and exemptions.
→Separation Pay Rules & Computation
When are you entitled to separation pay? Learn the rules, rates, and computation under the Labor Code.
→Retirement Pay Guide (RA 7641)
Complete guide to retirement pay in the Philippines under RA 7641 — eligibility, computation, and tax rules.
→Service Incentive Leave (SIL) Guide
Learn about the 5-day service incentive leave benefit in the Philippines — coverage, conversion, and rules.
→Maternity Leave Benefits (RA 11210)
Guide to the Expanded Maternity Leave Law in the Philippines — 105 days, SSS benefits, and coverage.
→Paternity Leave Benefits Guide
Paternity leave rules in the Philippines under RA 8187 — duration, eligibility, and how to avail.
→Workers' Statutory Monetary Benefits
Complete overview of all statutory monetary benefits for private sector employees in the Philippines.
→Wage Distortion Guide (NWPC Advisory)
Complete guide to wage distortion — definition, 7 NWPC formulas, contraction detection, and dispute resolution under Philippine law.
→Taxable vs Non-Taxable Allowances
Guide to de minimis benefits, the ₱90,000 threshold, and how allowances affect your net pay.
→About These Guides
SweldoPH provides free guides on Philippine labor law and workers' statutory monetary benefits. Each guide covers the legal basis, who is covered, computation rules, and frequently asked questions based on the official DOLE Bureau of Working Conditions Handbook and the Labor Code of the Philippines.
Topics Covered
- Wages & Compensation — Holiday pay, overtime pay, night shift differential, and premium pay rules and rates.
- Statutory Benefits — 13th month pay, service incentive leave, separation pay, and retirement pay computation.
- Leave Benefits — Maternity leave (RA 11210), paternity leave (RA 8187), and other statutory leave entitlements.
- Legal References — Every guide cites the specific Labor Code articles and Republic Acts that govern each benefit.
All guides are for reference and informational purposes. For exact computations, use our free calculators. Always verify with official government agencies (DOLE, SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG, BIR) or a licensed accountant.