Updated for FY 2026
Vacation Bonus Calculator (PrimaVacacional)
Calculate the mandatory vacation bonus in Mexico and stay fully compliant with Mexican labor law.
What Is a Prima Vacacional?
Understanding how Mexico’s mandatory vacation bonus works under labor law.
Why it matters
The vacation bonus (prima vacacional) is a mandatory benefit under Mexican labor law and applies every time an employee takes their legally earned vacation days. It is not optional and cannot be reduced, waived, or replaced.
For employers, correctly calculating and paying the vacation bonus is a critical compliance requirement. Errors, underpayments, or missed bonuses can lead to labor claims, inspections, and penalties. Since the bonus is tied to vacation days and seniority, accurate calculation is essential to remain compliant.
Qué es la Prima Vacacional?
Español
La prima vacacional es un pago adicional obligatorio que el patrón debe otorgar al trabajador cuando éste disfruta de sus vacaciones. De acuerdo con la Ley Federal del Trabajo, el monto mínimo es del 25% del salario correspondiente a los días de vacaciones. Este pago es independiente del salario ordinario y no puede sustituirse por ningún otro beneficio.
How it works
Four simple steps to calculate the vacation bonus correctly
Enter Daily Salary
Add the employee’s daily salary in MXN.
1
Select Vacation Days
Choose the number of vacation days taken or owed.
2
Apply Legal Bonus
The mandatory 25% vacation bonus is applied automatically.
3
See the total vacation bonus instantly.
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Disclaimer: Illustrative purposes only. Actual amounts may vary based on salary structure, accrued days, and specific employment conditions.
Vacation Bonus Breakdown
FY 2026
Daily Salary
$900.00 MXN
Vacation day Earned
12 days
Vacation Pay (Base)
$10,800.00 MXN
Vacation Bonus Rate
25%
Total Vacation Bonus
$2,700.00 MXN
Total Vacation Payout
$13,500.00 MXN
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Key Facts
Essential information every employer should know about the Vacation Bonus in Mexico.
Important Details
The vacation bonus (prima vacacional) is mandatory under Mexican labor law.
The legal minimum is 25% of the employee’s daily salary for each vacation day taken.
It applies to all employees after completing one year of service, regardless of contract type.
The bonus must be paid together with vacation pay when the vacation is taken.
Unused vacation and the corresponding bonus must be paid upon termination or resignation.
Datos Clave
Español
La prima vacacional es un beneficio obligatorio conforme a la Ley Federal del Trabajo.
El mínimo legal es 25% del salario diario por cada día de vacaciones.
Aplica a todos los empleados después de un año de servicio, sin importar el tipo de contrato.
Debe pagarse junto con el salario de vacaciones al momento de tomar el descanso.
Las vacaciones no utilizadas y su prima deben pagarse al finalizar la relación laboral.
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