Respondents were also asked how greater access to weapons would affect their personal sense of security. 39.9 percent believe that it could decrease (including 16.1 percent who say “definitely”), while almost the same number of people – 30.2 percent — says it would feel safer. More than one fifth of respondents would not expect a major difference.
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Poles on access to firearms. This is which group wants the liberalization of regulations the most
Opinions regarding control over current gun owners are even more clear. As much as 71.1 percent respondents strongly support regular psychological examinations, which would take place every five years. Another 21.6 percent declares “rather” support for such a solution. Only 6 percent respondents oppose such requirements. A similar percentage (76.3%) believes that mandatory psychological tests should also apply to hunters.
However, the idea of universal military training for civilians combined with learning how to use weapons is gaining great acceptance — as many as 93.7% support it. respondents.
The study also examined how Poles perceive the impact of greater access to weapons on public safety. In the opinion of the IBRiS studio threats were mentioned more often than benefits – 39.9%. fears a decrease in securityevery third respondent sees this as a potential to increase the protection of citizens, and every fifth believes that the change would not be of major importance.
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46.6 percent respondents believe that more people with guns could have a positive impact on the country's defense in a situation of armed conflict. 31 percent they do not see such an impact, and 18.1 percent fears that greater access to weapons could prove downright dangerous for defenders.
When asked about their own preferences, 34.7 percent Poles declare their desire to have a firearms permit, while over half (54.2%) do not feel such a need. A similar distribution of opinions concerns the possession of weapons by neighbors – 35.6 percent. respondents would not mind, but 54.4 percent would prefer their surroundings to be unarmed.
IBRiS emphasizes that the greatest sympathy for the liberalization of regulations can be seen among young adults (55% in the 18-29 age group) and men. Supporters of stricter rules are more likely to appear among people over 70 years of age. Differences are also visible geographically – in rural areas, 9% support liberalization. respondents, in medium-sized cities 32 percent, and in large cities – 21 percent.
“Poles do not expect a revolution, but responsibility,” summarizes IBRiS.
The survey was conducted by telephone on September 19–20, 2025 on a sample of 1,100 people.
