Bill No. 1026183-8 has been submitted to the State Duma, proposing an increase in the minimum wage (MW) effective January 1, 2026. According to the document, the minimum wage may be set at 27,093 RUB, representing a 20.7% increase from the current rate (22,440 RUB).
This initiative aligns with the long-term policy of gradually raising the MW to the subsistence level and aims to improve the financial situation of the most vulnerable categories of workers.
This initiative aligns with the long-term policy of gradually raising the MW to the subsistence level and aims to improve the financial situation of the most vulnerable categories of workers.
Key implications for businesses
- Increase in payroll expenses
- Need to review staffing schedules and compensation systems
- Risk of higher tax burden due to increased social insurance contributions
- Importance of timely adaptation of HR documentation
The bill is currently at the initial review stage. Further legislative progress includes:
- Expert review by relevant State Duma committees
- Public consultation process
- Sequential consideration through three readings
How to prepare for the changes?
Acsour specialists are ready to analyze the impact of the MW increase on your business and assist in adapting HR processes to new requirements.
