As of 1 January 2025, the minimum monthly wage in Latvia for full-time work is €740. This applies to all employees working under standard full-time hours, as defined by Latvian labor law.
Key Provisions:
Latvia has a decentralised wage-setting system, but there is one legally binding national minimum wage that all employers must comply with.
The minimum wage level is regulated under Section 61, Paragraph 2 of the Labour Law.
Employers cannot pay less than the government-established minimum wage for full-time work.
Collective Agreements:
Wages may also be set or adjusted through collective agreements at the company or industry level, often involving trade unions or employee representatives.
These agreements may only improve (not reduce) employee conditions compared to statutory requirements, in line with Section 6 of the Labour Law.
Therefore, higher wages than the national minimum may apply in specific sectors or companies with collective bargaining agreements.
Wage Oversight:
The Cabinet of Ministers determines the national minimum monthly wage, hourly wage rates, and the procedures for wage review.