National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage rates
You must be at least:
- school leaving age to get the National Minimum Wage
- aged 23 to get the National Living Wage – the minimum wage will still apply for workers aged 22 and under
| Year | 23 and over | 21 to 22 | 18 to 20 | Under 18 | Apprentice |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 2021 | £8.91 | £8.36 | £6.56 | £4.62 | £4.30 |