The Portuguese government confirmed that the national minimum wage (salário mínimo nacional) will increase by €50 to €970 per month in 2027. The increase fulfills an agreement signed under the social dialogue (Concertação Social) framework, though the Minister of Labour left open the possibility of future adjustments. Trade unions had pushed for a higher revision, but the target remains locked in the draft state budget report.
Portugal Sets National Minimum Wage at €970 for 2027
Thursday, 8 October 2026AI summary
Context & Explainers
Portugal's monthly minimum wage will be €920 in 2026, up from €870 in 2025 (a €50 increase). That is below the EU median (about €1,100); for comparison Spain €1,134, Germany roughly €2,054 and France about €1,802 (UK: £1,524 or ~€1,780), so Portugal remains lower than several Western European countries, which affects purchasing power and labour costs.
