Lithuania’s 2026 Minimum Wage €1,153: Complete Payroll System Updates and Budget Impact Guide for Employers

On October 16, 2025, the Lithuanian government approved the 2026 budget, confirming an 11.1% minimum wage increase from €1,038 to €1,153 per month. This change, effective January 1, 2026, carries immediate and significant implications for payroll calculations, social security contributions, and labor costs, particularly for employers with minimum-wage workers and posted employees from Nordic markets.…