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💰 Starting 1 January 2026, Poland will raise its minimum monthly wage to PLN 4,806 gross.
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⏱️ The minimum hourly rate for civil-law contracts (like “umowa zlecenia”) will increase to PLN 31.40.
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📜 The change comes through a regulation of the Council of Ministers.
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🔒 Unlike previous years, there will be no mid-year bump — the wage will remain fixed throughout 2026.
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🧾 This higher minimum wage will also push up various compensation elements, such as night work allowances.
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👥 For foreign workers, the salary thresholds in work-permit applications will also rise. 📈 The 2026 increase is modest (around 3%) compared to previous years, reflecting cautious economic planning.
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🏢 Employers will need to adjust their budgets to accommodate higher payroll costs and social security contributions.
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💡 For foreign professionals, this means their employer must ensure their pay meets or exceeds the new minimum salary rules.
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✅ The adjustment demonstrates Poland’s commitment to fair wages, while balancing employee protection and business sustainability.
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