The Virginia minimum wage poster is a state-mandated workplace notice required by the Virginia Department of Labor and Industry that informs employees about their wage rights under Virginia law. Beginning January 1st, 2026, Virginia’s minimum wage is $12.77 per hour, adjusted annually based on inflation. This official poster displays current wage rates for both non-tipped and tipped employees, explains the tip credit system, and provides enforcement information for workers who experience wage violations.

All employers covered by the Virginia Minimum Wage Act are required to post the Virginia Minimum Wage poster. The Act applies to virtually all employers operating a business or engaging individuals to perform domestic service in Virginia, regardless of business size. Employees must be paid at least the state minimum wage unless specifically exempt under the law. Because the Act does not exempt employers based on size, any employer with covered employees must display the required notice in the workplace.

Virginia requires the Virginia minimum wage poster to be displayed in a conspicuous location easily visible to all employees during their work hours. The poster must be placed in areas where workers naturally gather or pass through:

• Employee break rooms, lunch areas, or rest spaces
• Time clock stations or employee entrance/exit areas
• Near payroll offices or where paychecks are distributed
• Common areas where other employment notices are posted

For remote employees, Virginia employers should provide digital copies of the required poster via email or through an employee portal.

Failure to comply with Virginia wage laws can lead to significant penalties. Employers who knowingly fail to comply may face civil penalties of up to $1,000 per violation. If wages are unlawfully withheld, employers may be required to pay all wages owed, an equal amount as liquidated damages, plus 8% annual interest and attorney fees. Knowingly failing to pay wages may also result in criminal charges, depending on the amount involved.