New Minimum Wage Rates Announced in Non-Agricultural Sectors
Published in the Official Journal on Wednesday, Decree No. 67 of 2026 sets out the new minimum wage rates in non-agricultural sectors.
The decree introduces a three-stage revaluation, applicable immediately and retroactive to January 1, 2026. For monthly paid employees subject to a 48-hour workweek, the minimum wage will increase to:
- 554,736 dinars as of January 2026
- 582,400 dinars in 2027
- 611,520 dinars in 2028
Employees working a 40-hour week will also see an increase in their minimum wage:
- 470,251 dinars in 2026
- 517,571 dinars in 2028
For hourly paid workers, the minimum hourly rate will be:
- 2,667 dinars for a 48-hour workweek
- 2,713 dinars for a 40-hour workweek These rates will also evolve annually until 2028, with a total progression of approximately 10% over the period.
Who is Affected?
The decree applies to all employees aged 18 and over in non-agricultural sectors subject to the Labor Code. This includes:
- Employees paid by the piece, task, or performance, who must receive a supplement from their employer to reach the new minimum wage
- Employees paid monthly or hourly
However, two categories are excluded:
- Workers under the age of 18, who cannot receive less than 85% of the adult minimum wage
- Employees whose total remuneration (basic salary, bonuses, and allowances) already exceeds the new minimum wage, who are not entitled to an additional increase under this decree
Impact on Pensions
The increase in the minimum wage will automatically affect pensions paid by the National Social Security Fund (CNSS). Retirees whose pensions are indexed to the minimum wage will see their benefits revalued in the same proportions.
Sanctions for Non-Compliance
Employers who fail to respect these new minimum wage rates will be subject to the sanctions provided for in Article 3 of the Labor Code. The decree also repeals all previous provisions that contradict it, eliminating any legal uncertainty surrounding the old rates.
