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In Mexico, the 'aguinaldo' is a payment legally provided to workers, but does the same thing happen in the United States? Find out if this benefit is offered in the American Union and who has the right to receive it. Learn the details about the extra money U.S. workers receive at the end of the year!
With the arrival of Christmas 2026, one of the questions for workers and those employed in U.S. territory is whether they will receive extra money in December, how much they could get, and what rights they have regarding their employers.
Is there a mandatory Christmas bonus in the United States in 2026?
No, U.S. federal legislation does not establish a mandatory Christmas bonus for all workers.
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What do workers in the United States receive during Christmas?
Although there is no 'aguinaldo,' some employees may receive financial or in-kind benefits during the holiday season. Among the most common are:
- Bono de Navidad (Christmas bonus): un pago adicional que algunas empresas entregan por las fiestas
- Bono de fin de año (year-end bonus): una gratificación que puede depender de los resultados de la empresa, el desempeño del empleado o las condiciones de su contrato
- Regalos y tarjetas de regalo: algunas compañías ofrecen obsequios, vales o tarjetas para compras
- Días festivos pagados: ciertas empresas conceden descanso con sueldo durante Navidad, aunque no es una obligación federal general para el sector privado.
How much money do they receive as a bonus in the United States?
There is no fixed amount, as the sum of a holiday bonus in the United States depends on the company, the position, seniority, work performance, and the conditions agreed upon with the employer.
What is the difference between the Mexican 'aguinaldo' and U.S. holiday bonuses?
The main difference is that in Mexico, the 'aguinaldo' is a labor right established by law, while in the United States, there is no equivalent benefit that is mandatory for all workers.
When are holiday bonuses paid in the United States?
In the United States, the bonus is delivered during the month of December, although there is no fixed date required by law.
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