How much does it cost to hire an employee in Portugal?
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Cost to the company, average per month
€1,754 146% of the salary
| 14 salary payments | €16,800 |
| Employer’s Segurança Social (23.75%) | €3,990 |
| Workplace accident insurance | €252 |
| Meal allowance | €0 |
| Total per year | €21,042 |
Figures checked in October 2026 · See assumptions ↓
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How it was calculated
14 salary payments a year, plus 23.75% Segurança Social (social security) paid by the company on those salaries, plus workplace accident insurance and the meal allowance for 22 days over 11 months.
It does not include occupational health, mandatory training or equipment.
Meal allowance above €6.15 a day (cash) or €10.46 (meal card) pays TSU (social security).
Figures checked in October 2026 · Sources: Segurança Social
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Frequently asked questions
How much does the employer pay to Segurança Social?
23.75% on gross salary, including the holiday and Christmas allowances.
How many salaries does a company pay per year?
14: the 12 months plus the holiday allowance and the Christmas allowance.