Minimum wage in Bulgaria (2026)
The statutory minimum wage in Bulgaria and the net take-home pay it leaves after tax.
The gross minimum wage in Bulgaria is about €551 per month. After income tax and social contributions that leaves roughly €428 net.
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How salary is taxed in Bulgaria
Income tax in Bulgaria is a flat 10% on taxable income. Employees also pay social contributions of around 13.78% of gross salary. The standard VAT rate is 20%. For example, a gross salary of €1,315 per month leaves about €1,020 net, after €113 income tax and €181 in social contributions, an effective deduction rate of 22.4%.
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum wage in Bulgaria?
The figures above show the statutory gross minimum wage in Bulgaria per month, with the net take-home amount after tax and social contributions.
How much is the minimum wage after tax in Bulgaria?
We apply the current income-tax and social-contribution rates for Bulgaria to the gross minimum wage to estimate the net monthly pay.
Minimum-wage figures are approximate, based on the latest available official rate.
Approximate 2026 estimate. Simplified model, verify before relying on it. Not tax advice.
Rates updated June 2026