Minimum Wage in Greece 2026: €920 gross — €772 net
From 1 April 2026 the statutory minimum wage for full-time private-sector employees is €920 gross per month — a 4.55% increase from €880 in 2025. The minimum daily wage for manual workers is €41.09.
Net minimum wage
After e-EFKA contributions (13.37%) and income tax under the 2026 scale, €920 gross corresponds to roughly €772 net per month for an employee over 30 with no children, on 14 payments. Employees up to 30 and parents take home slightly more due to reduced tax rates.
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Seniority increments (triennia)
The minimum wage increases by 10% for every three years of counted service, up to three triennia (+30%). Seniority counting resumed on 1/1/2024 — service up to 14/2/2012 and from 1/1/2024 onwards counts.
| Service | Gross salary |
|---|---|
| 0 – 3 years | €920 |
| 3 – 6 years (1 triennium) | €1.012 |
| 6 – 9 years (2 triennia) | €1.104 |
| 9+ years (3 triennia) | €1.196 |
Minimum wage history 2019–2026
| Effective from | Gross / month |
|---|---|
| 02/2019 | €650 |
| 01/2022 | €663 |
| 05/2022 | €713 |
| 04/2023 | €780 |
| 04/2024 | €830 |
| 04/2025 | €880 |
| 04/2026 | €920 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum wage in Greece in 2026?
From 1 April 2026 the statutory minimum wage is €920 gross per month for full-time employees (14 payments per year) and the minimum daily wage is €41.09.
What is the net minimum wage in 2026?
Approximately €772 net per month for a full-time employee over 30 with no children. Younger employees and parents take home slightly more due to reduced tax rates.
What is the minimum wage per year?
€12.880 gross per year (14 payments: 12 salaries plus Christmas bonus, Easter bonus and leave allowance). Spread over 12 months that is about €1.073 per month.
Does previous work experience increase the minimum wage?
Yes. Employees on the minimum wage receive a 10% increment for every three years of counted service (triennia), up to three: €1.012, €1.104 and €1.196 gross respectively.
What does a part-time employee on minimum wage earn?
Pay is proportional to hours worked. A four-hour (half-time) employee earns €460 gross per month, plus proportional bonuses.
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Sources: 2026 minimum-wage ministerial decision (effective 1/4/2026), Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs. Net figures are indicative and not tax advice.