Latvia: minimum monthly wage rises to €780
What changes
The state minimum monthly wage for full-time work increased from €740 to €780 on 1 January 2026, affecting around 118,000 employees. Payroll, employment contracts and social-contribution calculations must use the new figure; the next increase is decided by the Cabinet in the autumn budget.
Who is affected
Every employer in Latvia with staff on or near the minimum wage, including part-time employees whose pro-rata wage is based on it.
Sizes: micro, small, medium, large · Sectors: All sectors · Applies if: We employ staff
What to do
Update payroll settings and any contracts that reference the minimum wage. Check hourly rates for part-time staff and the minimum social-contribution base. Watch the 2027 budget decision in autumn 2026 for the next figure.
Sources
- Latvian Ministry of Welfare – The minimum wage in Latvia will be 780 euros (www.lm.gov.lv)
- Latvian Ministry of Welfare – Minimum monthly wage (www.lm.gov.lv)
Last verified 7 September 2026. Informational only, not legal advice.