Slovenia to Raise Minimum Wage by 16% in 2026: Labour Minister

Slovenian government decides to raise gross minimum monthly wage by 15.97% to €1,482, Minister of Labor, Family, Social Affairs and Equal opportunities Luka Mesec says at a press conference.

• Net minimum wage to be raised to €1,000 in 2026 from €888
• Mandatory Christmas bonus will be raised to €741 from €639 as a result
• NOTE: Slovenian Lawmakers Back Mandatory Christmas Bonus for Employees

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