Minijob — Work up to €520

What is a Minijob?

Minijob (603-Euro-Job) is work with earnings of max €520 per month.

Main advantage: You don't pay income tax or social contributions (employer pays a flat rate).

Who can work as a Minijob?

• Anyone with the right to work in Germany
• Students
• Retirees
• People already employed (as additional work)
• Unemployed (with restrictions)

How much can you earn?

• Max €520/month or €6,240/year
• You can exceed this in individual months, but the annual average must align

What rights do you have?

✅ You have the right to:
- Paid leave (proportionally)
- Sick pay (6 weeks)
- Minimum wage (€12.82/h in 2026)
- Written contract

What don't you have?

❌ You don't have:
- Health insurance (you must have your own!)
- Unemployment benefits
- Full pension (unless you contribute)

Minijob vs Midijob

How to find a Minijob?

• Minijob-Zentrale
• eBay Kleinanzeigen
• Restaurants, shops, cleaning
• Childcare/eldercare

Important for foreigners!

• Minijob does NOT suffice for work visa extension
• Minijob does NOT provide health insurance — you must have it!

Editorial hamboorg.city · As of: April 2026 · Carefully prepared, regularly updated. Content is informational and does not replace legal advice.