The TRNC has raised the minimum wage for the second time in 2025 to 44,546 TL net. Learn what this means for workers, employers, and the economy.
North Cyprus Raises Minimum Wage to 44,546 TL Net – Here’s What It Means
The Minimum Wage Determination Commission of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) has officially set the second minimum wage of 2025, increasing the gross monthly amount to 51,202 TL and the net amount to 44,546 TL.
This 17.79% rise reflects the latest cost of living adjustment, aiming to help workers cope with inflation and rising expenses across the island.
💼 Breakdown of the New Wage:
At the commission’s third session, chaired by Minister of Labour and Social Security Sadık Gardiyanoğlu, the following wage rates were confirmed:
- Gross Monthly: 51,202 TL
- Net Monthly: 44,546 TL
- Weekly: 11,815.84 TL
- Daily: 2,363.16 TL
- Hourly: 295.39 TL
The decision was made by majority vote, despite opposition from the employers’ representative.
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After the meeting, Minister Gardiyanoğlu was joined by Hür-İş Federation President and workers’ representative Ahmet Serdaroğlu, as well as employers’ representative Cengiz Alp, for a press briefing.
Minister Gardiyanoğlu acknowledged the pressure this adjustment may place on businesses and assured that legal and financial support measures would be introduced in August. He emphasized that Prime Minister Ünal Üstel is closely monitoring the situation and is personally involved in supporting a balanced approach.
📈 What This Means
This minimum wage update is seen as a critical response to inflation and the increasing cost of living in North Cyprus. While welcomed by workers, it also raises concerns among employers about operational costs and economic stability.
However, the government’s promise to introduce relief measures suggests a coordinated strategy to maintain both labor rights and business resilience. northcyprusinvesting.com, Investra.io