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New rules for Polish as a foreign language exams and certificates

The act introduces detailed new regulations for Polish as a foreign language exams, including new levels for those under 16. It sets fees for certificates (100 PLN) and duplicates, as well as maximum exam fees (from 4% to 9% of average salary). It also introduces new requirements for exam organizers and an appeals procedure for results.
Key points
New exam levels: for people over 16 (A1-C2) and under 16 (A1-B2).
Fee for a certificate and its duplicate is 100 PLN.
Maximum exam fee ranges from 4% to 9% of the average salary, depending on the level.
Possibility to request a re-evaluation of the written exam for a fee of 20% of the maximum exam fee.
New, more stringent requirements for universities and entities organizing exams.
Personal data of examinees will be stored in a database for a specified period (e.g., 25 years for those who passed).
People with hearing or speech impairments may be exempt from the oral part of the exam.
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2026-04-17
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Additional Information
Rządowy projekt ustawy o zmianie ustawy o języku polskim oraz ustawy o Narodowej Agencji Wymiany Akademickiej.
Print number: PROJEKT USTAWY 2361
Process start date: 2026-03-18
Voting date: 2026-04-17
Voting no: 34
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Summary & Status

Key Questions about New rules for Polish as a foreign language exams and certificates

A structured overview of the legislative process, official sources, status and civic context.

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is PROJEKT USTAWY 2361.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2026-03-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • New exam levels: for people over 16 (A1-C2) and under 16 (A1-B2).
  • Fee for a certificate and its duplicate is 100 PLN.
  • Maximum exam fee ranges from 4% to 9% of the average salary, depending on the level.
  • Possibility to request a re-evaluation of the written exam for a fee of 20% of the maximum exam fee.
  • New, more stringent requirements for universities and entities organizing exams.
  • Personal data of examinees will be stored in a database for a specified period (e.g., 25 years for those who passed).
  • People with hearing or speech impairments may be exempt from the oral part of the exam.

What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Became Law.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: voting record

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Uchwalono

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-07-17.

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