Lithuania to increase minimum wage and sees record food donations

Lithuania's minimum wage is set to increase on January 1, 2027. The government has confirmed that the gross monthly minimum wage will rise by 92 euros, reaching 1,245 euros. However, after taxes, the actual increase in take-home pay for workers is estimated to be approximately 56 euros per month, bringing the net amount to roughly 902 euros.

This change will affect approximately 140,000 employees in Lithuania, including those working part-time. The increase represents a daily gain of about 1.87 euros.

In separate news, the 41st Food Bank campaign in Lithuania concluded with significant results. Residents donated nearly 298,000 food units valued at approximately 464,000 euros, marking the best autumn campaign result since 2020. Donors responded to requests to provide more meat and fish preserves, oil, and pasta. Among the municipalities, Trakai recorded the highest average donation value per basket at 12.08 euros.