12 July 2024

Minimum wage in Poland from July 1st, 2024

As of July 1st, 2024, new minimum wage in Poland rates are in effect. According to the regulation, the minimum wage increased to 4,300 PLN gross per month, and the minimum hourly rate for civil law contracts is now 28.10 PLN gross.

Minimum wage in Poland – how much net?

As of July 2024, the net minimum wage in Poland is approximately 3,261.53 PLN. This means those employed on the lowest national wage will earn less than 40 PLN more than before the increase when the minimum wage was about 3,221.98 PLN net.

Hourly rate for civil law contracts

The minimum hourly rate increased from 27.70 PLN gross to 28.10 PLN gross. For those working on a contract of mandate, this means an increase in net pay from about 21.75 PLN to about 22.05 PLN per hour.

What do these changes mean?

The increase in the minimum pay and hourly rate is intended to improve the financial situation of those working in the lowest positions and those employed on civil law contracts. This is especially important in the context of the rising cost of living and inflation, which are affecting the household budgets of many Poles.

As for amendments to the employment contract in connection with the increase in the minimum wage, according to Article 29 § 4 of the Labor Code, a change in the terms of the contract requires written form. This means that the employer should draw up an annex to the contract to adjust the salary to the new minimum wage.

In addition, the minimum remuneration affects various benefits and contributions. For example, preferential social security contributions for entrepreneurs, calculated as 30% of the minimum wage, will amount to 408.14 PLN from the second half of 2024, compared to the previous 401.9 PLN.

Summary

The changes introduced are a step towards improving working conditions and wages in Poland. Regular increases in the minimum wage and hourly rates show the drive to rationalize wages and adjust them to current economic realities. Workers employed on minimum wages can expect a gradual improvement in their standard of living, which is a step toward a fairer labor market.