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Breaking News: Poland Confirms Fourteenth Pension Payment for September 2025
Warsaw, Poland – Pensioners in Poland can anticipate the arrival of their fourteenth pension payment in September 2025. This additional benefit,a fixture since 2021,aims to provide financial support to retirees. The full gross amount for 2025 has been set at PLN 1,878.91, equivalent to the current minimum pension. Individuals receiving pensions or disability benefits up to PLN 2,900 gross will receive the full amount. For those whose pensions exceed this threshold,the benefit will be calculated on a pro-rata basis,meaning a reduction of PLN 1 for every PLN 1.45 above the PLN 2,900 gross limit.
crucially,the fourteenth pension is exempt from bailiff deductions and will not impact eligibility for other social benefits. The payment process will be automatic, requiring no application from eligible recipients.
Eligibility and Exclusions:
- The fourteenth pension is a supplementary benefit introduced by the Act of 26 May 2023 on another additional annual cash benefit for pensioners.
- Individuals whose right to a monthly benefit, such as a pension or disability pension, was suspended on the last day of the month preceding the payment month of this additional benefit are not eligible.
Key Takeaways for 2025:
- The fourteenth pension will be disbursed in September 2025.
- The maximum gross payment is PLN 1,878.91, matching the minimum pension amount.
- A full benefit is provided to pensioners with a gross pension or disability benefit of up to PLN 2,900.
- For amounts exceeding PLN 2,900 gross, the benefit is reduced on a złoty-for-złoty basis.
- The benefit is protected from bailiff deductions and does not affect other entitlements.
- Payments will be processed automatically without the need for an application.
The payment schedule is determined by the draft regulation of the Council of Ministers regarding the determination of the month of payment of another additional annual cash benefit for pensioners in 2025 (RD200). The legal framework is established by the Act of 26 May 2023 on another additional annual cash benefit for pensioners (consolidated text: Journal of laws 2025 item 183).
Historical Fourteenth pension Amounts in Poland (2021-2025)
The fourteenth pension serves as an additional cash benefit introduced in Poland in 2021 to support pensioners. The table below details the gross and net amounts for 2021-2025 for individuals entitled to the full benefit, defined as those with a pension or disability benefit of up to PLN 2,900 gross.
|
Year |
Gross Amount |
Net Amount |
|---|---|---|
|
2021 |
PLN 1,250.88 |
approx. PLN 1,022 |
|
2022 |
PLN 1,338.44 |
approx. PLN 1,217.98 |
|
2023 |
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