In March 2026, domestic workers in Argentina, including babysitters and caregivers, will see a salary increase of 3% along with an extraordinary bonus, which varies based on hours worked.
In March, domestic service workers in Argentina have experienced an improvement in their wages due to a 3% increase agreed upon by the government, trade unions, and employers in the sector. This increment is structured to be implemented over two months: a 1.5% increase is effective for February, to be reflected in March paychecks, and another 1.5% will be applied in March, impacting salary payments in April. Additionally, workers are set to receive an extraordinary bonus of up to $20,000 depending on their weekly working hours.
The minimum wages for caregivers and babysitters have been adjusted to a starting rate of $3,751.59 per hour and $459,265.69 monthly for those who live in their employers' homes, while those who do not will earn $4,100.04 per hour and $509,632.55 monthly. Moreover, the extraordinary payment will be determined by the hours worked, with up to $8,000 for those working up to 12 hours weekly, $11,500 for 12-16 hours, and $20,000 for over 16 hours.
This wage adjustment reflects ongoing efforts to improve the economic conditions for domestic workers in Argentina, which is significant given the high cost of living and inflation in the country. It also indicates a growing recognition of the vital role that caregivers play in the family structure and the need for fair compensation in a sector that has historically been undervalued and underpaid.
