Minijob, Midijob, Teilzeit: Modelle und Grenzen
Three work models compared:
Minijob: up to 556€/month, tax-free for you, employer pays flat contributions. No hour limit, only wage limit.
Midijob: 556-2000€/month, reduced social contributions, full pension points.
Part-time: up to 30 h/week common, normal contributions, right under Part-Time Act.
Combinations: minijob alongside main job usually ok (ask employer!). Two minijobs: max 556€ combined.
Important: transition zone protects against contribution jump.