# Lithuania minimum wage policy evolution

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/lithuania-minimum-wage-policy-evolution
> Updated: 2026-08-21T04:38:52.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2.

Discussions regarding Lithuania’s minimum monthly wage (MMA) have transitioned from economic debate to formal government policy. Initially, economist Dalia Jakutavičė advocated for increasing the MMA to align with European Union recommendations, arguing that Lithuania should compete through higher value rather than low wages. She emphasized that the MMA should reach 45–50% of average earnings to support sustainable development.

Following these discussions, the Lithuanian government approved a decision to raise the minimum monthly wage to 1,245 euros by 2027. This increase is intended to maintain the target ratio of approximately 45–50% of the country’s average wage in response to rising living costs and economic trends.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-21: Lithuania to raise minimum wage to 1,245 euros by 2027

Lithuania will raise its minimum wage to 1,245 euros by 2027, while organizations warn that proposed employment funding for persons with disabilities may effectively decrease due to rising costs.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/lithuania-to-raise-minimum-wage-to-1245-euros-by-2027

### 2026-07-28: Lithuania’s Minimum Wage Debate Highlighted by Dalia Jakutavičė

Dalia Jakutavičė says Lithuania should focus on higher‑value competition, not low wages, urging gradual minimum wage hikes in line with EU standards despite business concerns.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/lithuanias-minimum-wage-debate-highlighted-by-dalia-jakutavi

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