Bulgaria - Minimum wage to rise by 12.6% - November 30, 2025

The Government has decided to set the statutory minimum wage for 2026 at 1,213 leva (€ 620.20) per month, effective 1 January. This represents a 12.6% increase, or 136 leva (€ 69.30). The minimum hourly wage will also rise, reaching 7.31 leva (€ 3.74). The adjustment will directly benefit nearly 600,000 workers. According to the National Statistical Institute, approximately 456,700 people were employed under minimum wage contracts and working full-time as of the second quarter of 2025. In addition, around 83,000 personal assistants caring for children and adults with disabilities will see their salaries rise by 12.6%.

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