Minimum wage in Colombia

A statutory national minimum wage

Colombia has a national monthly minimum wage, set each year by negotiation or, failing agreement, by presidential decree. A transport allowance is added for lower earners.

No figure is shown here, because the 2026 amount has been disputed in the courts. Use the official source for the amount in force today.

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Who sets it

The Permanent Commission for Wage and Labour Policy, of Government, employers and workers, tries to agree. If it does not, the Government fixes the minimum wage by decree.

How it changes

It is set once a year and normally takes effect on 1 January. For workers who earn up to two minimum wages, a separate transport allowance is paid on top.

Who is covered, and who is treated differently

The transport allowance is not part of the minimum wage but is counted in some contributions and benefits.

What to watch for

In 2026 the amount set by decree was challenged in the courts. Check the current decree and any court ruling before using a figure.

Understand the legal system first

Colombia belongs to the Civil law family. How pay is regulated depends on how the legal system makes and applies labour law.

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Official sources

Colombian Ministry of Labour

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