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Safer Banking and Stricter Controls: Changes to the Banking Law

This law enhances the safety of citizens' savings by imposing stricter requirements on banks, especially those from outside the European Union. It also introduces better oversight of financial managers and requires banks to address environmental and climate risks.
Key points
Safer savings: Non-EU banks operating in Poland will face stricter controls and must maintain solid financial reserves locally.
Trustworthy bank managers: Candidates for key banking positions will be thoroughly vetted for honesty, expertise, and reputation.
Climate-conscious banking: Financial institutions must develop plans to manage environmental, social, and governance (ESG) risks.
No conflict of interest: Financial supervision (KNF) employees are banned from working for supervised banks immediately after leaving office or owning their shares.
Heavy fines for violations: Regulators can impose massive financial penalties on banks and their executives for breaking the rules.
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Additional Information
Rządowy projekt ustawy o zmianie ustawy - Prawo bankowe oraz niektórych innych ustaw.
Print number: PROJEKT USTAWY 2642
Process start date: 2026-06-09