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Minimum wage in Mauritius 2026

The national minimum wage is Rs 17,745 a month for a full-time worker. It applies from 1 January 2026.

Enter your monthly wage to see if it meets the minimum and how much is missing.

How it's calculated

The amount comes from the National Minimum Wage Regulations 2017, as amended in January 2026.
The hourly figure divides the monthly minimum by 195 hours hours, the month the Workers' Rights Act uses for a basic hourly rate.

An example

A full-time worker paid Rs 17,000 a month is Rs 745 short of the minimum.

Frequently asked questions

How much was it before?

Rs 17,110 a month during 2025. The 2026 regulations raised it by Rs 635.

Does it apply to part-time workers?

The monthly amount is for workers other than part-time workers. A part-time worker's minimum is worked out with the formulas in the Schedule to the regulations, so this calculator covers full-time work only.

Can my employer cut my wage down to the minimum?

No. The regulations say they do not allow an employer to reduce a wage to the national minimum wage, and any agreement to give up the minimum is void.

Key terms

National minimum wage: The lowest monthly wage the law allows for a full-time worker in Mauritius.

Up-to-date official data

Data checked against the official source on 24 October 2026.

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