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South Africa: EMP501 Annual Reconciliation & NMW Update in Effect for 2026

South Africa's EMP501 reconciliation window runs 1 April–31 May 2026. Employers must submit PAYE reconciliations, issue IRP5 certificates by 29 April, and ensure valid TRNs for all employees.

Apr 22, 2026 2 min read

Saudi Arabia: GOSI Contribution Rates & Saned Unemployment Fund 2026

Saudi Arabia's GOSI rates remain unchanged for 2026, with 12%/10% for Saudis and 2% employer-only for non-Saudis. Employers must verify Nitaqat compliance and Qiwa registrations.

Apr 22, 2026 1 min read

Turkey: Minimum Wage Asgari Ücret 2026 First-Half Rate in Effect

Turkey's minimum wage rises to TRY 22,104/month from January 2026, with a possible mid-year CPI adjustment. Employers must update payroll and SGK contributions accordingly.

Apr 22, 2026 2 min read

Czech Republic: Minimum Wage & Payroll Update in Effect for 2026

Czech Republic's minimum wage rises to CZK 20,800/month from January 2026, with proportional increases across 8 job categories. Employers must update payroll accordingly.

Apr 22, 2026 1 min read

Ireland: NMW €13.50/hour & USC Rates for 2026 Tax Year

Ireland's minimum wage rises to €13.50/hour from January 2026, with updated USC bands and PAYE thresholds. Employers should update payroll and monitor AERSS pension auto-enrolment.

Apr 22, 2026 1 min read

Germany: Minimum Wage €13.90/hour & Mini-Job Ceiling €603 (In Effect Jan 2026)

Germany's minimum wage rises to €13.90/hour and mini-job ceiling to €603/month from January 2026. Employers should update payroll and plan for the next increase to €14.60/hour in 2027.

Apr 22, 2026 1 min read

Brazil: INSS Table & Minimum Wage in Effect for 2026

Brazil's minimum wage increases to BRL 1,622/month for 2026, with updated INSS brackets (7.5%–14%) and a BRL 8,474 ceiling. Employers must update payroll and eSocial systems accordingly.

Apr 22, 2026 1 min read

Australia: Fair Work Ombudsman Confirms Award Wage Increases Effective April 2026

The Fair Work Ombudsman updated award pay rates, effective 1 Apr 2026 (first full pay period after).

Apr 6, 2026 1 min read

United Kingdom: Lower Earnings Limit and Eligibility Threshold Changes

The Lower Earnings Limit rises to £129 per week, impacting eligibility for statutory payments.

Apr 6, 2026 1 min read

UK: Statutory Sick Pay and Family-Related Statutory Payment Increases

The UK increased SSP and family benefits, adding day-one SSP and expanded leave rights.

Apr 6, 2026 1 min read

Global Payroll Solutions 2026: 50+ Top Providers Compared

Looking for global payroll solutions? Explore 50+ top payroll providers in 2026 with detailed comparisons on pricing, compliance, and features.

Apr 3, 2026 3 min read

India: 2026 Compliance Updates – Key State-Level Changes

Overview of key state-level compliance changes in India for 2026, covering labour laws, payroll, and regional requirements.

Apr 2, 2026 1 min read