The minimum hourly wage is particularly important for those who work on an hourly basis: cleaners, security guards, students, part-time workers, shift workers, seasonal workers, etc. Increasing the hourly rate directly increases their monthly income.
Minimum hourly wage from 2026
In 2026, the minimum hourly wage rises to €7.05 on paper and €5.68 in hand. This increase means that:
- even if you work only a few hours a day, your income will increase
- pay rises for those with hourly contracts
- leveling the playing field between companies, as the minimum rate cannot be set below the MMA
What do the changes to the minimum hourly rate mean for workers?
Rising hourly pay is particularly important for those who:
- working to project schedules
- open weekends only
- working extra hours after studies
- seasonal work (warehouses, service sector, deliveries)
As their income is highly dependent on the number of hours they work, the increased rate provides stability and addresses part of the income inequality.
Additional benefits of an hourly minimum wage:
As the hourly rate increases, so do additional benefits – overtime, night hours, working on public holidays – as these are calculated on the hourly rate.
Summary:
Changes in hourly pay are particularly significant for lower paid and part-time workers. It is one of the most effective ways to improve real incomes.
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