Will you be paid double or triple if you work on June 11? The LFT explains

The upcoming inauguration of the 2026 World Cup has sparked questions among Mexico City residents regarding potential work and pay benefits. Clara Brugada, the Head of Government for Mexico City, announced that classes would be suspended on June 11, declaring it a holiday for the event's opening ceremony. This declaration, however, does not translate into a mandatory day off for all workers under Mexican federal law. The Federal Labor Law (LFT) does not list the World Cup's opening day as an official holiday requiring work suspension or additional compensation. Consequently, private sector companies are not legally bound to close operations or offer double or triple pay for employees working on June 11. While the city government may observe the day as a holiday for its dependencies, private businesses retain the discretion to determine their own operational policies. Employees are expected to report to work as usual unless their employer implements alternative arrangements, such as adjusted hours, remote work options, or other internal schemes.