Student wages - Luxembourg
Minimum wages and rules for student workers in Luxembourg, derived from the social minimum wage in force.
Minimum student rate
2.217,06 €/month (age 17-18)
Age 15-17: 2.078,49 € (75% SSM) · Age 18+: 2.771,33 € (100% SSM)
Max hours per year
346 h
Per employer
Holiday contract
40 h/week
8 h/day cap during school breaks
Academic year contract
15 h/week
Approx. 60 h/month during term
Student rates are a fixed percentage of the social minimum wage. Pick a year to see the figures that applied:
Contract comparison - 2026
Based on SSM 2.771,33 €
| Type | Wage (Age 17-18) | Max h/week | Max h/year | Social security | Tax |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holiday contract | 2.217,06 € | 40 h | 346 h | Accident only | Exempt if < €16/h |
| Academic year contract | 2.217,06 € | 15 h | - | Full CCSS | Always taxed |
Wage shown for age 17-18 (80% SSM). Age 15-17, 2.078,49 € (75%). Age 18+, 2.771,33 € (100%, same as adult SSM).
Frequently asked questions
Can a student work for multiple employers at the same time?
Does the 346-hour annual limit reset on 1 January?
What happens if a student exceeds the hour limit?
Are students entitled to paid leave?
When is a student exempt from income tax?
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