Major Polish Benefit Overhaul: 13th & 14th Pensions Scrapped, New Child Benefit Introduced Warsaw, Poland – A sweeping reform of Poland’s social welfare system is on the horizon, promising significant changes for retirees and families. The government is poised to eliminate the popular “13th and 14th” pensions, alongside the 800+ child benefit, replacing them with … Read more
Millions to Receive ’13th Pension’ in 2026: Payment Dates, Amounts, and Eligibility Explained Poland is preparing to distribute a supplementary pension payment, often referred to as the “13th pension,” to approximately 2.4 million beneficiaries before Easter. This article details the specifics of this payment, including eligibility criteria, payment amounts, and key dates, addressing concerns for … Read more
Pension Adjustments in 2026: What You Need to Know About Increased Payments Millions of Polish citizens are poised to receive increased pension payments before Easter, with significant adjustments planned for 2026. This article details the upcoming changes, including the amount of the increases, who will benefit, and the specifics of the “thirteenth” pension for widow(er)s. … Read more
Expanded Pension Benefits Coming in 2026: Who Will Qualify? Poland is set to introduce enhanced pension benefits in 2026, extending beyond traditional retirees to include younger citizens. The 13th and 14th pensions, slated for increased amounts – exceeding PLN 1,978.49 – represent a significant expansion of social support. Payments are anticipated to begin in April, … Read more