The remuneration of a pupil or student must not be less than 80% of the social minimum wage (SSM).
As of June 1, 2026 (index 992.24), the remuneration of pupils and students is as follows:
| Age | % of SSM | Gross hourly wage (€) | Gross monthly wage (€) index 992,24 |
|---|---|---|---|
18 years and older (unskilled) |
80% of 100% |
€ 12.8154 |
€ 2,217.06 |
17 to 18 years |
80% of 80% |
€ 10.2523 |
€ 1,773.65 |
15 to 17 years |
75% of 80% |
€ 9.6115 |
€ 1,662.80 |
Nota Bene
If the student’s period of employment exceeds the maximum authorized duration (FAQ D2b4), the standard statutory minimum wage becomes applicable for the period exceeding that limit.
Here is the English translation of the salary table and accompanying sentence:
As of June 1, 2026 (index 992.24), the statutory minimum wage is as follows:
| Age | % of Base Rate | Gross Hourly Wage (€) | Gross Weekly Wage (€) index base 100 |
Gross Monthly Wage (€) index 992,24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 and over, unskilled | 100% |
€ 16.0192 |
€ 279.30 |
€ 2,771.33 |
| 17 to 18 years | 80% |
€ 12.8154 |
€ 223.44 |
€ 2,217.06 |
| 15 to 17 years | 75% |
€ 12.0144 |
€ 209.47 |
€ 2,078.49 |
| 18 and over, qualified | 120% |
€ 19.2231 |
€ 335.16 |
€ 3,325.59 |