Overview of the New Minimum Wage Policy
Heilongjiang Province has announced updated minimum wage standards that will take effect on December 1, 2025. The adjustment applies province-wide and will remain valid for three years unless superseded by new national or provincial regulations. The update reflects ongoing efforts to improve workers’ income levels and strengthen compliance across salary and payroll practices in the region.
Updated Minimum Monthly Wages
The province continues to use a three-tier system to define minimum monthly wages for full-time workers:
Tier 1 Cities – Harbin (core districts) & Daqing urban area
- CNY 2,270 per month
Tier 2 Regions Across the Province
Including parts of Harbin, Qiqihar, Mudanjiang, Jiamusi (including Fuyuan), Jixi, Shuangyashan, Qitaihe, Hegang, Suihua, Suifenhe, and all areas within Daxing’anling:
- CNY 2,010 per month
Tier 3 Cities and Counties
Covering Yichun, Heihe, and other counties and county-level cities:
- CNY 1,910 per month
These updated thresholds should be integrated into employer payroll systems to ensure salary compliance for all full-time employees.
Adjusted Minimum Hourly Rates for Part-Time Workers
Heilongjiang has also revised minimum hourly wages for non–full-time employment:
- Tier 1: CNY 21.0/hour
- Tier 2: CNY 18.8/hour
- Tier 3: CNY 18.2/hour
Employers must apply these updated rates when calculating pay for part-time, flexible, and non-standard working arrangements.
What This Means for Employers and Payroll Teams
Compliance Deadlines
All payroll and salary calculations must meet the new wage standards from December 1, 2025 onward. Employers should complete internal adjustments before this date.
Payroll Budget Adjustments
Businesses operating across multiple cities in Heilongjiang may face varying salary cost changes due to the tiered system. Updating cost forecasts and payroll budgets is recommended.
Salary Structure and HR Policy Updates
Employment contracts, hourly pay structures, and internal salary guidelines should be reviewed to ensure alignment with the new minimum wage requirements.
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source: https://www.hlj.gov.cn/hlj/c108372/202511/c00_31892214.shtml
