New Rules for Benefits and Residence for Foreigners and Ukrainian Refugees
The act introduces new conditions for granting family benefits to non-EU foreigners, making them dependent on professional activity or insurance and the child's schooling. Rules for assisting Ukrainian citizens are also changing – legal stay is extended to March 4, 2026, but access to free accommodation and healthcare for adults is restricted.
Key points
Benefits for foreigners (e.g., 800+) dependent on activity: Non-EU foreigners will receive child benefits if they are professionally active or insured in Poland and their children fulfill the schooling obligation.
Changes in aid for Ukrainians: Legal stay is extended to March 4, 2026, but from November 1, 2025, free accommodation and food will be limited to vulnerable groups (e.g., people with disabilities, seniors, children).
Limited healthcare for refugees: Adult Ukrainian citizens will lose access to some free services, including dental care, rehabilitation, and reimbursed drugs (children retain full rights).
Tighter residence control: ZUS and the Border Guard will exchange data on border crossings to verify if foreigners receiving benefits actually live in Poland.
Mandatory personal appearance: Non-EU foreigners (with exceptions) will have to appear in person at the office to obtain a PESEL number or register their address.
53%
VOTING RESULTS
2025-09-12
For
227
Against
194
Abstain
7
Status:
Enacted
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