Minimum wage in France in 2025 – current rates and obligations for companies posting workers
As of November 1, 2024, a new minimum wage rate (SMIC) has been in effect in France, and no increases are currently planned for 2025. According to data from the Ministry of Labor, it is:
€11.88 gross per hour ,
€1,801.80 gross per month (based on a 35-hour working week),
€9.40 net per hour ,
€1,426.30 net per month .
🔹 For whom?
It applies to all employees employed in France, including those posted by foreign companies .
🔹 What must posting companies provide?
Companies outside France must not only provide remuneration at least equal to the SMIC , but also:
verify industry rates from collective agreements (CCN) – which are often higher,
correctly settle overtime (over 35 h/week),
include overtime allowances.
🔍 Note – this is being checked!
During an inspection by the French Labour Inspectorate (Inspection du travail), the following are checked very carefully:
pay rates (are they in line with the applicable SMIC or CCN),
method of settling overtime and allowances,
completeness of payslips and employee documentation.
🔸 Irregularities may result in :
rejection of applications in the SIPSI system,
financial penalties – up to €4,000 for each employee ,
loss of orders and the company's reputation on the French market.
📌 If you're unsure about the accuracy of your billing or need help analyzing rates, contact us. We support companies in properly posting employees to France in compliance with local labor law.
