Argentina's domestic workers to see July 2026 pay raise after confirmed increase

Domestic workers in Argentina are set to receive a 1.4% salary increase in July 2026, marking the final phase of the current parity agreement. This adjustment affects both hourly and monthly wages across various categories of domestic staff.

The updated wage scale provides specific figures for workers with and without retirement benefits. For instance, general tasks performed by workers with retirement receive a minimum hourly rate of $3733.72, while those without retirement earn $3996.45 per hour. Monthly salaries also see adjustments, with workers with retirement earning a minimum of $458,053.22 and those without retirement receiving $505,302.76.

This salary increase is part of ongoing negotiations to establish new figures for subsequent months. The formalization of employment relationships remains a key focus, with employers mandated to register their domestic staff through the Federal Administration of Public Revenue (AFIP) via the ARCA system, regardless of the number of hours worked or employment modality.

The registration process can be completed virtually, ensuring compliance with labor laws and providing essential protections for domestic workers. The article also touches upon the process for generating payslips for domestic staff, emphasizing the importance of proper documentation and adherence to regulations within the sector.