2026 RatesGreece Minimum Wage
Current minimum wage rates and regulations in Greece for 2026.
Minimum Wage Rates 2026
Monthly (14 payments)
€880
Daily
€47.38
Hourly (est.)
€5.92
Annual
€12,320
Key Information
National Minimum Wage (Κατώτατος Μισθός)
The Greek national minimum wage is set by government decree following consultation with social partners. It applies to all private-sector employees and is reviewed annually.
14 Payments System
In Greece, salaries are paid in 14 installments per year. The monthly minimum of €880 is paid 14 times, giving an annual total of €12,320. The extra payments are a Christmas bonus (1 month), an Easter bonus (half month), and a vacation bonus (half month).
Daily Wage Workers
Workers paid on a daily basis have a separate minimum daily wage of €47.38. This applies primarily to manual workers and certain sectors that use daily wage contracts.
Coverage
The minimum wage applies to all full-time private-sector employees aged 18 and over. Collective agreements in many sectors set higher minimum wages. Public-sector salaries follow a separate pay scale.
Monthly Breakdown
| Payment Structure | Monthly | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| 14 payments (standard) | €880 | €12,320 |
| 12 payments (prorated) | €1027 | €12,320 |
Some employers choose to prorate the extra payments into 12 monthly installments. The annual total remains the same.
Part-time Minimum Wage
| Hours/Week | Weekly | Monthly | Annual (14x) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 hours | €89 | €385 | €5,390 |
| 20 hours | €118 | €513 | €7,187 |
| 25 hours | €148 | €642 | €8,983 |
| 30 hours | €178 | €770 | €10,780 |
| 35 hours | €207 | €898 | €12,577 |
| 40 hours | €237 | €1027 | €14,373 |
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