What are the Standard Working Hours in Belgium?

At Horizons, the working hours are structured to comply with Belgian labor laws, ensuring a fair and manageable work-life balance for employees. Here’s a summary of the key points regarding working hours:

Standard Working Hours

  • Max. 38 Effective Hours per Week: Employees are expected to work a maximum of 38 effective hours per week. This aligns with the standard full-time workweek in Belgium.

  • Daily Limit: The daily working hours are capped at a maximum of 8 hours per day, ensuring employees are not overworked on a daily basis.

No Work on Sundays

  • Sunday Rest: Employees are generally not required to work on Sundays, in accordance with Belgian labor laws, which promote rest and work-life balance.

Rest Periods

  • Minimum Rest Between Shifts: Employees are entitled to a minimum rest period of 11 hours between any two consecutive workdays, ensuring proper recovery time.

  • Breaks During Work: Employees are also entitled to a minimum 15-minute break if working for 6 hours or more in a single workday.

Predefined Schedule

  • Working Schedule: The specific working hours and days are predefined in the employment agreement (EA), and employees are expected to adhere to this schedule, which is agreed upon at the start of employment.

This structure is designed to ensure employees have a predictable work routine, adequate rest, and work-life balance while staying within the legal limits of working time in Belgium.

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