Minimum wage in Romania

A statutory national minimum wage

Romania has a guaranteed national minimum gross monthly wage, set by Government decision after consulting the social partners. It has risen more than once in a year in some years.

Headline figure (second half of 2026)

4,325 RON per month

Eurostat's gross, full-time monthly figure; 13th and 14th-month payments are spread over twelve months.

Roughly US$905 a month for a full-time worker, at exchange rates of 2026-10-09. This is a rough comparison only and does not show buying power.

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Who sets it

The Government sets the guaranteed gross minimum wage by decision, after consulting the social partners.

How it changes

It is reviewed periodically, and an increase can take effect mid-year.

Who is covered, and who is treated differently

Higher minimums apply in some sectors, such as construction and agriculture, where the law sets sector minimums.

What to watch for

Check the current Government decision for the date and amount.

Understand the legal system first

Romania belongs to the Civil law family. How pay is regulated depends on how the legal system makes and applies labour law.

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Official sources

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