He aguinaldo It is one of the most anticipated benefits for workers in Mexico, a MANDATORY payment that employers must make every year, but who is entitled to receive it?
In accordance with the Federal Labor Law (LFT)all employees who have a subordinate employment relationship are entitled to receive this benefit. That is, regardless of the condition in which they are found, whether they are permanent, temporary, unionized or trusted, the bonus is a right guaranteed by law.
When is the deadline for payment of the bonus in 2024?
According to the LFT, the bonus is a benefit that must be given to workers as extra income to their salary, before the end of the year.
The law establishes that the maximum period to comply with this obligation in 2024 is the same as always, on December 20. The minimum amount that employers are required to pay corresponds to 15 days of salary, At least that’s how it is before the reform that would increase it to 30 days is discussed and approved.
In the event that the employee has not completed a full year in the company at the time the bonus is paid, he or she has the right to receive a proportional part of it, calculated based on the days worked.
Who is entitled to the bonus in 2024?
In 2024, the right to the bonus continues to be applicable for all workers with a subordinate employment relationship, regardless of their type of contract or the length of their working day. This means that both full-time and part-time employees, and regardless of the sector in which they work, whether private or public, should receive this benefit. Furthermore, the casual or contract workers They are also entitled to proportional payment of this “bonus”, depending on the time they have worked during the year.
If you are a worker, it is very important that you know your rights, since failure to pay the bonus can lead to fines for your employer. The Federal Labor Defense Attorney’s Office (Profedet) has free advice and legal support for all interested parties for those who do not receive this benefit in a timely manner.
Therefore, ALL workers with a subordinate relationship have the right to receive the bonus in 2024. This payment must be made no later than December 20, thus complying with what the law stipulates for the benefit of the workers of our country.
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