Germany Announces Historic Minimum Wage Increase

📈 From January 1, 2026: hourly wage increases to €13.90

📈 From January 1, 2027: hourly wage rises further to €14.60

This marks the largest increase since Germany introduced its minimum wage system in 2015.

💶 As of 2025, the average gross monthly minimum wage is around €2,220.

By 2027, this figure will climb to approximately €2,500.

The net income — depending on taxes and marital status — is expected to range between €1,700 and €1,850.

📍 This adjustment will be particularly beneficial for:

• Job seekers in Germany

• Individuals coming with a German work visa

• Workers planning to live on minimum wage in Germany

  
  

With rising salaries, the prospects for finding work in Germany are becoming even more attractive.

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