In which sectors or industries do generally binding collective agreements apply?

Generally binding collective agreements apply in the following sectors:

• Vocational training and further training services in accordance with Book II or Book III of the German Social Code
• Construction industry
• Roofing trade
• Electrical trade
• Building cleaning
• Painting and varnishing
• Nursing
• Chimney sweepers
• Stonemasonry and stone carving
• Temporary employment industry

These generally binding collective agreements also stipulate the industry-specific minimum wages that apply to all employers and all employees in the respective industry throughout Germany.

Here you can find an up-to-date overview of the industry-specific minimum wages: 

www.zoll.de > Privatpersonen > Arbeit > Übersicht Branchen-Mindestlöhne