Minimum wage in Portugal (2026)
The statutory minimum wage in Portugal and the net take-home pay it leaves after tax.
The gross minimum wage in Portugal is about €1,015 per month. After income tax and social contributions that leaves roughly €837 net.
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How salary is taxed in Portugal
Income tax in Portugal is progressive: marginal rates rise from 12.5% to 48% as income grows. Employees also pay social contributions of around 11% of gross salary. A tax-free allowance of about €4,462 per year is deducted before income tax. The standard VAT rate is 23%. For example, a gross salary of €1,741 per month leaves about €1,380 net, after €170 income tax and €192 in social contributions, an effective deduction rate of 20.75%.
| Annual taxable income | Tax rate |
|---|---|
| Up to €8,342 | 12.5% |
| Up to €12,587 | 15.7% |
| Up to €17,838 | 21.2% |
| Up to €23,089 | 24.1% |
| Up to €29,397 | 31.1% |
| Up to €43,090 | 34.9% |
| Up to €46,566 | 43.1% |
| Up to €86,634 | 44.6% |
| €86,634 and above | 48% |
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum wage in Portugal?
The figures above show the statutory gross minimum wage in Portugal per month, with the net take-home amount after tax and social contributions.
How much is the minimum wage after tax in Portugal?
We apply the current income-tax and social-contribution rates for Portugal 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