Every year in April, the “thirteenth” goes to people who are entitled to a pension or disability pension at the end of March. The amount of this benefit corresponds to the minimum pension. With the forecasted indexation at the level of 4.88%. in 2026, the amount of the “thirteen” amount will be approximately PLN 1,971 gross.
The basic condition for receiving the 13th pension is the right to pay the basic benefit as of March 31, 2026. According to Biznes Interia, people receiving pre-retirement benefits who earn extra money and have their payments suspended on that date will not receive additional money. The suspension occurs when the revenue limit is exceeded, which is approximately 130%. average salary.
Currently, this limit is PLN 11,403.30 gross per month. Income below this amount, but above PLN 6,140 and 20 cents gross per month (i.e. 70 percent of the average salary), results in a reduction of the benefit. ZUS emphasizes that the limits do not apply to retirees who have reached the statutory retirement age, i.e. 60 for women and 65 for men.
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Some professional groups are also excluded from the 13th pension. Retired judges and prosecutors will not receive this benefit because they are entitled to a special remuneration after leaving service: 75%. the sum of the last basic salary and the long-service allowance.
The next group are distinguished athletes who have not earned a classic retirement. Since 2000, Olympic medalists have been able to receive a special benefit. In 2026, it will be PLN 5,116.99 per month for people over 40 years of age.
When are “thirteenth” and “fourteenth” wages paid?
The 13th pension is paid in April, together with the basic pension or disability pension. The transfer date depends on the payout schedule and may fall on the first, fifth, sixth, tenth, fifteenth, twentieth or twenty-fifth day of the month.
In the fall, seniors can count on the 14th pension, which is paid in September. In this case, the income threshold is PLN 2,900 gross. After exceeding this limit, the benefit is reduced according to the “PLN for PLN” principle. For example, a retiree with an income of PLN 3,400 gross will receive the “fourteenth pension” reduced by PLN 500, i.e. approximately PLN 1,471 gross.
