Portugal: Minimum monthly wage is increased to 980.00 euros in the Autonomous Region of Madeira in 2026
From 1 January 2026, the minimum wage in Madeira increases to €980, overriding any lower amount set in employment contracts or collective bargaining agreements. Employers shall update any salaries below this threshold and adjust part‑time workers’ pay proportionally.
The Regional Legislative Decree no. 1/2026/M, of 3 February was published in the Official Gazette, establishing the minimum monthly wage’s increase in the Autonomous Region of Madeira to € 980.00, with effects from January 1st, 2026, onwards.
The legally established guaranteed minimum monthly wage prevails over lower amounts agreed in employment contracts or set in Collective Bargaining Agreements.
Therefore, since January 1st, 2026, all employees who were earning less than € 980.00 are entitled to a wage increase to, at least, that amount.
In case of part-time employees, the minimum monthly wage is calculated proportionally.
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