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I am being paid less than the salary in my contract.

Treat this first as an evidence problem: compare the net salary stated in the offer/contract with payslips and bank payments, and identify every deduction. A mismatch between the contracted amount and the amount actually paid is something you can document even before its legal cause is resolved.

What to do next

  1. Keep payslips and bank statements.
  2. Ask for a written breakdown of deductions.
  3. Compare gross salary, net salary and overtime separately.
  4. For a labour-rights dispute, consult the Labour Inspectorate or qualified adviser.

What the source says

RO-OFFER-001 · Before departure · verified 11 August 2026

The firm job offer should clarify occupation, qualification level, duration, working time, gross and net salary, payment method/date, leave, working conditions, taxes/contributions, health and safety and, where provided, accommodation, transport and repatriation.

Date and context: 8 August 2026

Sources

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