The and unions have formally requested a minimum wage increase of at least 7% for 2027, presenting their demands on Tuesday, 13 October 2026. This proposal aims to raise the annual gross salary to approximately 18,284 euros starting from 1 January.
Under this plan, monthly pay would reach 1,524 euros in 12 instalments or 1,306 euros over 14 payments. The 's expert commission is now determining a range for the hike, which follows a 3.1% increase previously approved in February 2026.
The government intends to approve the rise before the general elections on 29 November 2026, alongside stricter time-tracking rules. This comes as the forecasts inflation at 3.7% for 2027, with a general strike scheduled for 11 November.