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For workers
Minimum Wage 2025: €12.82 – What Changes
On 1 January 2025 the statutory minimum wage rises from €12.41 to €12.82 gross per hour.
The numbers
From 1 January 2025 Germany has a minimum wage of €12.82 gross per hour. In 2024 it was €12.41. It applies to all sectors, including agriculture and hospitality. In some sectors, such as the main construction trade, higher collectively agreed minimum wages apply.
What it means for you
- At 40 hours a week that is about €2,200 gross per month.
- Net pay is lower: tax and social contributions are deducted.
- From January, check your payslip: is the hourly rate right?
Mini-jobs
The earnings limit for mini-jobs rises to €556 per month in 2025. The hours must fit the minimum wage.
If your pay is too low
Talk to your employer first. If the problem remains, contact an advice centre or message us on Telegram.
FAQ
Does the minimum wage apply to posted workers?
Yes. Anyone working in Germany is entitled to at least the German minimum wage.
Do accommodation or meals count towards pay?
Not automatically. Deductions are only allowed within narrow limits.
How do I calculate my monthly pay?
Hourly rate times weekly hours times 52, divided by 12.