Funeral allowance 2026 - 7000 PLN for all Poles, without income criterion, with yearly increase

Zdjęcie: 7000 zł od ZUS już od 1 stycznia 2026. Dochód od nie ma znaczenia / Shutterstock


From 1 January 2026, crucial changes to the ceremony allowance come into force. The benefit will increase from current PLN 4000 to PLN 7000 and will proceed to be paid regardless of income. The amendment besides introduces a weighting of the amount of the benefit and changes the rules on its award and payment. Find out more.