Minimum wage increases from 1 July 2025: what will change?

The increase in minimum wage by July 2025 has been officially announced. Employers and employees would do well to anticipate this change in time. In this blog, read what is changing, what the new amounts are, and what this means for you as an employer or employee.

Source: Amounts minimum wage 2025 | Minimum wage | Rijksoverheid.nl

New minimum hourly wages from 1 July 2025

Since 1 January 2024, a statutory minimum hourly wage, instead of a monthly salary. This provides clarity regardless of the number of hours you work per week (36, 38 or 40 hours). The amounts as of 1 July 2025 are:

Why is the minimum wage rising in July 2025?

The increase in minimum wage by July 2025 stems from the six-monthly indexation based on the development of collective wage rates. With this, the government tries to maintain employees' purchasing power, especially in economically challenging times.

What does this mean for employers?

For employers, this adjustment entails higher wage costs. Do you have staff working at or around the minimum wage? If so, it is wise to:

• Your update payroll records;

• Ongoing monitor employment contracts and wage agreements;

• Your adjust the budget for Q3 and Q4 of 2025;

• Possibly review tariffs or offers, especially in sectors such as manufacturing, logistics and cleaning.

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What does this mean for workers?

For workers, the minimum wage increase in July 2025 Simply put: more money per hour worked. Do you work based on the minimum wage? Then you will automatically see the increase on your pay slip from July.

Want to know more about minimum wage increase July 2025?

At Twente Personeelsdiensten, we keep a close eye on all changes in laws and regulations. We actively support employers in implementing these changes in a timely manner - and proactively consider solutions.

Do you have questions about the increase in minimum wage from 1 July 2025 or want to know what this means for your organisation? Feel free to get in touch Our team | Twente Personeelsdiensten Wierden, we are happy to help you.