Starting January 1, 2026, the minimum monthly wage in Bulgaria
will increase to €620.20 (BGN 1,213.00), marking a rise of
€69.54 (BGN 136.00) compared to the current BGN 1,077.00
(€550.66). This also sets the minimum hourly wage at
€3.74 (BGN 7.31), based on an 8-hour workday and a 5-day
workweek.
Key information for Bulgarian employees:
- Minimum monthly wage: €620.20 (BGN 1,213)
- Increase: €69.54 (BGN 136)
- Minimum hourly wage: €3.74 (BGN 7.31)
The new minimum wage in Bulgaria is determined according to the
provisions of the Labour Code and aligns with commonly used
benchmarks for assessing wage adequacy.
A higher minimum wage in Bulgaria is expected to:
- Reduce poverty among working individuals
