Social Coalition Discusses Higher Contribution Limits

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Now we are even arguing about the ceiling on social security contributions. Sacharguments no longer play a role in this. It is only about the tactical advantage.

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If you earn well, you should pay more into the social security systems in the future. A draft in the coalition foresees significantly higher taxes for employees. Criticism comes from many sides. Read here which contribution limits should apply in the future.

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Union Parliament's managing director Bilger responded positively to the project of Labour Minister Bas, SPD, to put more strain on well-earners by increasing social contributions. He told the "Tagespiegel" that an increase in the payroll limits is understandable in view of the increased wages.

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Government dispute over higher social contributions from 2026 onwards. CDU-middle-class criticizes drastic increase in the pay-as-you-go limits.

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The contribution limits in the social security system will also increase in the coming year. In the statutory pension insurance system 2026, this will rise to 8,450 euros and in the health and care insurance to 5,812,50 euros. The increases are on average in recent years. read more

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The planned assessment ceiling for statutory pension insurance is to rise to €8,450 per month, and that for health and long-term care insurance to €5,800. These figures will be adjusted according to a fixed formula based on wage developments in the previous year.