2026 RatesItaly Minimum Wage
Current minimum wage rates and regulations in Italy for 2026.
Minimum Wage in Italy 2026
Important Note
Italy does not have a statutory national minimum wage. Minimum pay levels are set through sector-specific national collective bargaining agreements (CCNL - Contratti Collettivi Nazionali di Lavoro), which cover over 95% of workers.
CCNL Reference (Monthly)
€1,300
CCNL Reference (Hourly)
€8.50
Key Information
CCNL System (Contratti Collettivi)
Italy relies on sector-specific collective bargaining agreements (CCNL) to set minimum pay. There are over 900 active agreements covering different industries and professions. These set minimum pay, working hours, overtime, and other employment conditions.
Constitutional Protection
Article 36 of the Italian Constitution guarantees the right to fair pay proportionate to the quantity and quality of work performed, sufficient to ensure a free and dignified existence for the worker and their family.
13th Month (Tredicesima)
Most Italian workers receive 13 monthly salary payments per year. The 13th month (tredicesima) is typically paid in December. Some sectors also include a 14th month (quattordicesima) paid in June or July.
Sector Examples
Typical CCNL minimum wages vary by sector: retail and commerce (~€1,200-1,400/month), metalworking (~€1,400-1,700/month), hospitality (~€1,100-1,300/month). Always check the relevant CCNL for your specific sector.
Minimum wage sources and assumptions
Minimum wage pages use official labour and government publications, then convert hourly, monthly, and annual rates for comparison. This page was last reviewed for Italy 2026 data on April 27, 2026.
Primary references
Calculation notes
- Annual estimates assume the standard full-time hours shown on the page.
- Some countries use collective agreements, age bands, sectors, or regions instead of a single national rate.
- Displayed conversions are estimates and may exclude holiday allowance, 13th-month pay, or local supplements unless stated.
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