When must my salary be paid?
- If you are paid monthly, wages are due before the end of the seventh day of the next month s. 17(1)(iv).
- If you are paid by the fortnight, they are due before the end of the second day after the fortnight ends s. 17(1)(iii).
- If you are paid by the week, they are due on the last working day of the week, before the weekly holiday s. 17(1)(ii).
- If you are paid by the day, they are due at the end of the shift s. 17(1)(i).
Last checked 1 Nov 2026 · written from the official text · not reviewed by a lawyer. This explains the law in general and does not decide your case.
What the Labour Ministry says
- “The Code on Wages, 2019 has provisions for timely payment of wages. These provisions are applicable to all employees.” FAQ 2, Additional FAQs, 16 Mar 2026: official copy · our copy
This is the Ministry's explanation, not the law. Its FAQs and Handbook say the Codes prevail.