Child benefit in Poland (2026)
Last reviewed: 7 November 2026
In short: The 800 plus benefit is PLN 800 per month for each child up to age 18, regardless of income. It is claimed online from ZUS.
| Rule | What applies |
|---|---|
| Amount of child benefitChild benefit | The "800 plus" child-raising benefit is PLN 800 per month for each child (since 1 January 2024). [1] |
| Age limit for the childChild benefit | For a child up to the age of 18, regardless of the family's income. [1] |
| Residence conditionChild benefit | ⚠ Not yet verified |
| Income testChild benefit | No. The benefit is paid regardless of the family's income. [1] |
| Where to claimChild benefit | The Social Insurance Institution (ZUS). Applications are accepted online only (PUE/eZUS platform, mZUS app, Empatia portal or online banking). The benefit period for 2026/2027 runs from 1 June 2026 to 31 May 2027. [1] |
Notes
- The page mentions new rules for foreigners but they were not read. Conditions for non-Polish residents not confirmed.
Sources
- Ministerstwo Rodziny, Pracy i Polityki Społecznej: Rodzina 800 plus (consulted 7 November 2026) · all sources
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