Soon we will celebrate the Day of the Dead, a Mexican festival where it is believed that the souls of the deceased return to the world of the living to reunite with their loved ones. For many, it is also a holiday bridge that allows them to enjoy the festivities. However, those who work during these days may wonder if they are entitled to additional pay for their services.
Friday, November 1, and Saturday, November 2, are not considered mandatory rest days according to the Federal Labor Law in Mexico. Although some companies grant these days as rest, employees who work will receive their regular salary, without an extra amount. It is important to remember that there are mandatory rest days in the country, but the Day of the Dead is not among them.
In Mexico, the mandatory rest days are January 1 (New Year's Day), the first Monday of February (Constitution Day), the third Monday of March (Birthday of Benito Juárez), May 1 (Labor Day), September 16 (Independence Day), the third Monday of November (Mexican Revolution), October 1 every six years, December 25 (Christmas), and those determined by electoral laws in case of ordinary elections.
If a worker works on a holiday in Mexico, the Federal Labor Law stipulates that they are entitled to receive, in addition to their normal salary, double pay for the services rendered, that is, a triple salary. Likewise, if the mandatory rest day falls on a Sunday, the company must cover the workers' Sunday premium payment, as established by Article 71 of the LFT.
