Latest news and stories about minimum wage in daily life in Portugal for expats and residents.
Portugal is projected to raise its national minimum wage to €970 next year as part of its upcoming state budget, serving as a critical economic indicator amid evolving fiscal and labour market policies.
The UGT has formally requested that the national minimum wage exceed 1,000 euros by January 2027, prioritizing wage appreciation and strengthened labour rights in its new policy strategy.
The Government and UGT-affiliated unions Fesap and STE will sign an agreement raising the State minimum wage (Public Administration Remuneration Base, BRAP) to €1,116.55 in 2029 — effectively €1,117. The deal, due to be signed on Wednesday, formalises a planned uplift for public-sector pay that will interact with cost-of-living pressures and broader labour-market indicators, signalling the state’s approach to wage policy ahead of 2029.
An analysis of whether the current minimum wage of 920 euros is sufficient to cover the cost of living in Portugal.
The national minimum wage rose again this year to €920 per month, but was unable to improve Portugal's position in the European comparison. According to data released on Friday by Eurostat, there are now 11 European countries with minimum wages higher than Portugal's. In January 2025 there were ten. As provided for in the agreement ...
For mid-level roles, such as 'sports managers', the company will now pay €1,350 gross per month.
