Minimum Wage Increased (Jan 23 2020)

At a Glance

• Effective January 1, 2020, the minimum monthly wage increased to EUR 635, calculated over 14 payments, up 5.8 percent from 2019.
• Foreign nationals travelling with family members must receive an additional EUR 317.50/month for an accompanying spouse or child over 18 and additional EUR 190.50/month per accompanying child under 18, both calculated over 14 payments.
• Although foreign workers typically receive salaries well above this threshold, employers are advised to check foreign workers' salaries to ensure compliance.

The situation

• Minimum wage. Effective January 1, 2020, the minimum monthly wage in Portugal increased to EUR 635, calculated over 14 payments, up 5.8 percent from 2019.