Review annual Mindestlohn update

Overview

Use this at the start of the year when minimum wage (Mindestlohn) is updated. Confirm your hourly pay meets the current legal minimum.

Timing to be aware of

Annually

Reference only — your timing may differ. Confirm with the relevant office.

Key date to check

Employment type

Common questions

Questions people often look up at this stage. Answers are general — confirm with the relevant office or a qualified professional.

• My visa expires in 72 hours and the Foreigners' Office hasn't replied. Am I illegal?
• The Foreigners' Office never replies to my emails. How can I get a response?
• The online application for my visa renewal is showing a Technical Error. What is the fallback?
• My visa was approved but the physical card takes 8-12 weeks. Why?
• I don't understand the legal German in my contract; what should I look out for?

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