Mozambique Minimum Wage: Official Table and History

The minimum wage table can be consulted on the INSS portal (inss.gov.mz), in AIM press releases, and in the Boletim da República — and below we explain how to read it.

Every year, tripartite negotiations between the Government, employer associations (CTA), and trade union centers (OTM-CS and CONSILMO) set the minimum wage revisions in the country. On the Inademy portal, we outline the exact steps to download the official document, how to interpret the figures by sector of activity, and the historical changes between 2025 and 2026.

The short answer: where to check and effective dates

The official 2026 minimum wage table came into force retroactively from 1 April 2026, following approval by the Council of Ministers on 28 April 2026. The adjustment range was between 2.65% and 9.28%, varying according to the financial capacity of each economic sector. The minimum wage for the Public Sector remained unchanged at 8,758.00 MT.

On the INSS website, the table may appear out of sync with the adjustment — always cross-reference it with the AIM announcement of 28 April 2026.

Where to check the official minimum wage table

Knowing exactly where to download and check the official table prevents errors in wage calculations and payroll processing. The main public consultation channels are divided across the following platforms:

• INSS Portal (inss.gov.mz): The National Institute of Social Security features a section titled "Salários mínimos em vigor" (Current minimum wages). It is the administrative reference where companies verify the contribution bases for employee and employer social security. However, it is worth noting that the INSS website is not always updated on the day of the formal announcement, sometimes displaying outdated versions of the table for several weeks.
• Mozambique Information Agency (aimnews.org): The state news agency publishes the full resolution of the Council of Ministers on the day of approval (as occurred on April 28, 2026). It contains the exact breakdown of the new values in Meticais (MT) approved for each sector negotiated in the Labour Consultative Commission (CCT).
• Boletim da República (BR): This is the primary legal source with the highest normative authority in Mozambique. The Decree approved by the Government is published in the 1st Series of the BR. Once published in the Official Gazette (Boletim da República), the value becomes legally binding for all public and private companies across the national territory.
• WageIndicator / Meusalario.org/Mocambique: An independent international organization that compiles current minimum wages in Mozambique, offering accessible reading and audited historical data from the Mozambican labor market.

Due to potential technical delays in updating the PDF file on the INSS portal, human resources managers, accountants, and workers are strongly advised to always cross-reference INSS information with data published by AIM and the printed or digital version of the Boletim da República.

How to read the official table

The Mozambican minimum wage table does not establish a single value for the entire national economy. The system operates based on a fragmented sectoral structure. To read the document correctly, you need to identify three central elements:

• Sector and subsector of activity: The 19 values for 2026 are distributed across sectors and subsectors (such as large companies, medium-sized companies, small companies, or specific activities like baking and kapenta fishing).
• Gross monthly value in Meticais (MT): The amount indicated in the table refers to the gross minimum wage for a full month of work (base salary). If you want to understand the difference between the gross wage and the amount that goes into your bank account, consult our analysis on net vs gross salary in Mozambique and applied deductions.
• Readjustment percentage: Indicates the percentage growth compared to the previous year.

When analyzing the tables published in the media, you should pay attention to possible typos in the variation percentages. For example, in the electricity, gas, and water sector (large companies), the amount rose from 12,275.00 MT to 12,775.00 MT.

What changed from 2025 to 2026: adjustment highlights

The adjustment of 01/04/2026 brought variations between +2,65% and +9,28% depending on the sector. Here are the highlights:

• Largest increase: hospitality and tourism, from 9.700,00 MT to 10.600,00 MT (+9,28%).
• Smallest increase: private security, from 8.465,00 MT to 8.690,00 MT (+2,65%).
• No change: civil service (8.758,00 MT, TSU) and kapenta fishing (4.991,09 MT).
• High-volume example: banking and insurance, from 19.043,61 MT to 20.361,43 MT (+6,92%).

The 19 rates for 2026: key benchmarks

The complete table has 19 rates by sector and subsector. These are the key benchmarks for most people:

• Banking and insurance: 20.361,43 MT (the highest rate).
• Manufacturing: 10.622,50 MT.
• Hospitality and tourism: 10.600,00 MT.
• Public sector (TSU): 8.758,00 MT, unchanged.
• Construction: 8.652,00 MT.
• Kapenta fishing: 4.991,09 MT (the lowest rate).

The full list of all 19 sectors is available in the complete guide to the 19 minimum wage rates.

When adjustments occur and how you prepare

The minimum wage review cycle in Mozambique follows a relatively constant annual pattern in the labor calendar. Tripartite negotiations usually begin in the first quarter of the year, culminating in final approval by the Council of Ministers between the second half of April and the month of May.

Essential points to keep in mind about the update process:

• Mandatory retroactive effect: The salary increase takes effect from April 1 of the current year, regardless of the exact date of publication of the Decree in the Bulletin of the Republic. If approval occurs at the end of April or in May, companies are legally obliged to pay the retroactive amount regarding the days worked since the beginning of April.
• Periodic verification of sources: Employers and professionals should regularly consult the announcements from the INSS and AIM during the months of April and May to adjust payrolls without incurring contractual breaches.
• Procedure in case of remuneration below the legal minimum: If you notice that your base remuneration is lower than the level defined for your area of activity, you should request a correction from the company's Human Resources department. If the irregularity persists, the General Inspectorate of Labor (IGT) is the competent state body to oversee compliance with the mandatory minimum wage tables.

How Inademy helps you keep up with the market

The Inademy portal follows the continuous evolution of careers and labor legislation in Mozambique. In addition to providing analyses on benchmark salaries, we help professionals position themselves in the job market and find new employment opportunities in the main provinces of the country.

If you are looking to transition careers or validate your salary progression against the market, you can check out our specialized content:

• Consult the government salary scale in the article on the public sector minimum wage and the 8,758.00 MT of the TSU.
• Discover the average salaries in the education sector by reading the analysis on how much a teacher earns in Mozambique.
• Check the average rates in the transport and logistics sector in how much a driver earns in Mozambique.
• Explore the job portal and apply for the latest job vacancies in Mozambique.

Read also

• Public sector minimum wage: the 8.758 MT under TSU (2026)

Where these numbers come from

The integrity of the information presented in the Inademy Guide is based on the rigorous cross-referencing of official Mozambican institutional sources:

• Official Gazette of Mozambique (Boletim da República): Decrees approved by the Government and published by the National Press of Mozambique.
• Council of Ministers of Mozambique: Press releases from ordinary sessions where proposals from the Labour Advisory Commission are reviewed and endorsed.
• Mozambique News Agency (AIM): Journalistic coverage reports of government decisions on 28 April 2026.
• National Social Security Institute (INSS): Public records from the minimum wage section and social security tax bases.
• WageIndicator Database / Meusalario.org: Audited international data on minimum wage frameworks in Southern Africa.

Frequently asked questions about the minimum wage table

How to download the minimum wage PDF from INSS?

The official PDF file can be consulted on the INSS web portal (inss.gov.mz) in the section dedicated to current wage tables or by purchasing the corresponding edition of the Official Gazette (Boletim da República) from Imprensa Nacional. Since INSS may take time to update its digital platform, it is recommended to confirm the accuracy of figures against statements from the Mozambique News Agency (AIM).

Which sector recorded the highest increase in 2026?

The Hospitality and Tourism sector achieved the highest percentage increase in 2026, growing by +9,28%. The minimum remuneration for this branch rose from 9.700,00 MT to 10.600,00 MT per month.

What is the lowest minimum wage currently in effect in the country?

The lowest figure set in the national table belongs to the Kapenta Fishing subsector, standing at 4.991,09 MT. This amount remained unchanged in the 2026 adjustment. Among activities that saw an increase, salt extraction (salt pans) has the lowest level, set at 6.824,17 MT.

Is the minimum wage shown in the table before or after deductions?

All figures published in official Government tables represent gross wage. Mandatory legal deductions apply to this amount, specifically the 3% INSS contribution payable by the employee and Personal Income Tax (IRPS), according to the withholding tax table applicable to the wage bracket.

Did the Public Sector minimum wage also increase in 2026?

No. The minimum wage in Public Administration, Defence, and Security remained unchanged at 8.758,00 MT, under the Single Salary Table (TSU). Negotiations by the Labour Advisory Commission focus primarily on private sector companies and state-owned enterprises.

What is the history of the minimum wage in Mozambique?

On 28 April 2026, the Government approved the adjustment with effect from 01/04/2026: most sectors rose between +2,65% (private security) and +9,28% (hospitality), with the public sector and kapenta fishing remaining unchanged.

When is the new minimum wage figure published?

The new figures are usually discussed and announced at the start of the second quarter of each year (between April and May). Changes take retroactive effect from 1 April of the respective year and remain in force until the promulgation of the next decree.

In summary, what to do today

To ensure that your employment situation or that of your company complies with current legislation, follow this action plan:

1. Accurately identify which of the 19 activity sectors and subsectors your company or role falls into.
2. Check your payslip to see if your base salary meets or exceeds the minimum value established for 2026.
3. If the table was approved after the month of April, confirm whether your employer has processed the retroactive payments due since 1 April 2026.
4. Keep a copy of the tables published in the Boletim da República or on the INSS portal for future validations with social security.
5. Follow the informative publications on the Guia Inademy portal to stay up to date with news about salaries, careers, and the job market in Mozambique.