# Peru minimum wage and labor negotiations

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/peru-minimum-wage-and-labor-negotiations
> Updated: 2026-10-21T17:00:00.000Z. Sources: 22. Developments: 4.

Labor tensions in Peru have centered on demands for higher wages to combat the cost of living. The Federation of Construction Civil Workers of Peru (FTCCP) organized a national mobilization to present the 2027 National Claims Sheet, seeking salary increases and improved conditions. Local unions, such as the STCCA in Arequipa, criticized the government’s planned minimum wage increase from S/ 1,130 to S/ 1,230 as insufficient. In response to ongoing economic pressures, the Peruvian government approved a phased minimum wage increase for private-sector workers via Supreme Decree. The first stage raises the monthly wage to S/ 1,230 effective October 1, with a second increment of S/ 70 planned for the first half of 2027. To assist small and micro-enterprises, the Ministry of Economy and Finance intends to provide a transitory bonus to approximately 144,000 businesses. As of October 1, the minimum wage (RMV) has officially increased to S/ 1,230, marking the first step toward a final target of S/ 1,300. Labor law specialist Germán Lora Álvarez has warned that the impact on employers extends beyond the direct S/ 100 increase, as the RMV serves as a reference for costs including family allowances, training subsidies, and night shift premiums. Experts suggest that micro and small enterprises (mypes) may face disproportionate pressure compared to larger companies, potentially hindering formalization efforts. Despite the government’s plan, labor organizations have remained critical. The Confederation General of Workers of Peru (CGTP) argued that the multi-stage implementation creates uncertainty and suggested a minimum wage of S/ 1,700 is necessary to address inflation. Following the implementation of the increase to S/ 1,230 under Supreme Decree No. 015-2026-TR, the government is now reviewing the second scheduled hike of S/ 70.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-21: Peru implements minimum wage increase amid El Niño concerns

Peru has raised its minimum wage to S/1,230, but the planned increase to S/1,300 in 2027 may be reviewed due to the economic impact of the El Niño phenomenon.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/peru-implements-minimum-wage-increase-amid-el-nio-concerns

### 2026-10-02: Peru increases minimum wage to S/1,230

Peru's minimum wage rose to S/1,230 on October 1, triggering concerns that increased labor costs for family allowances and subsidies may pressure micro and small enterprises.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/peru-increases-minimum-wage-to-s1230

### 2026-09-29: Peru approves phased minimum wage increase starting October 1

Peru will increase its minimum wage from S/ 1,130 to S/ 1,230 on October 1. A second increase to S/ 1,300 is planned for early 2027, amid criticism from labor unions regarding the phased implementation.

14 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/peru-announces-phased-minimum-wage-increase-to-s1300

### 2026-09-28: Peru construction workers plan national mobilization for wage increases

Peruvian construction workers are organizing a national mobilization to demand higher wages and present the 2027 National Claims Sheet for collective bargaining negotiations.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/peru-construction-workers-plan-national-mobilization-for-wage-increases

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