EU-Directive Pay Transparency: New Employer Obligations from June 2026 – Comparison of 33 Jurisdictions

EU-Directive Pay Transparency: New obligations for companies apply from June 2026.
33 jurisdictions compared: Different approaches to implementing pay transparency rules.
New requirements for equal pay and transparent remuneration systems.
Non-compliance may result in sanctions, legal risks and reputational damage.

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The EU-Directive 2023/970 on pay transparency represents a significant step forward in the European path toward the full and effective implementation of the principle of equal pay between women and men for equal work and work of equal value. As of June 7, 2026, the pay transparency requirements apply to all employers – regardless of company size.

The Directive has introduced a set of structural, procedural and informational obligations that require companies to undertake a profound review of their pay systems, job evaluation methods, and processes for managing pay-related information. Failure to properly implement the rules may expose companies to sanctions, strengthened judicial protection for employees and significant reputational risks.

Our employment law experts would like to present a comparison of 33 jurisdictions highlighting significant local variations in the implementation of this EU Pay Transparency Directive. A key tool to better understand and address the new requirements.