When will the minimum wage increase be announced? 2027 Minimum wage increase scenarios

While preparations continue to determine the minimum wage that will be valid in 2027, employees' eyes are turned to the commission negotiations to be held with the participation of government, worker and employer representatives. So, when will the minimum wage increase be announced? 2027 Minimum wage increase scenarios

WHEN WILL THE 2027 MINIMUM WAGE BE ANNOUNCED?

The determination process for the minimum wage to be applied in 2027 is expected to start in December. The Minimum Wage Determination Commission, which includes a total of 15 representatives from workers, employers and the government, will come together to decide the new wage amount.

While the parties are expected to evaluate the raise rates in at least four meetings, the decision is expected to be announced to the public between 20-25 December. The new minimum wage, which will be determined as a result of the negotiations, will be valid as of January 1, 2027.

WHAT ARE THE POSSIBLE INCREASE SCENARIOS FOR THE MINIMUM WAGE?

In expectations for the 2027 minimum wage, raise options between 20 percent and 40 percent stand out. While there is no definitive increase rate yet, calculations based on different percentages show what levels salaries may reach in the new year.

Based on the current net minimum wage of 28 thousand 75 TL and 50 kuruş, possible increase amounts are calculated as follows:

20 percent increase: 5 thousand 615 TL

25 percent increase: 7 thousand 019 TL

28.4 percent increase: 7 thousand 973 TL

30 percent increase: 8 thousand 423 TL

33.7 percent increase: 9 thousand 461 TL

35 percent increase: 9 thousand 826 TL