Minimum wage increase
Rates in 2022As of January 1, the minimum wage will increase. It is set at €1,725,- per month for those aged 21 and older. Depending on the industry you work in, this amount will be converted to an hourly rate of €9.96 to €10.48 for a worker age 21 or older. In the table below, you'll find the hourly rate by age category and hours in the Dutch CAO Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Full-time working week | 21years and older | 20years | 19years | 18years | 17 years | 16years | 15years |
38 hrs. | €10,48 | €8,39 | €6,29 | €5,24 | €4,14 | €3,62 | €3,15 |
40 hrs. | €9,96 | €7,97 | €5,98 | €4,98 | €3,94 | €3,44 | €2,99 |