New maximum prices for gasoline and diesel fuel took effect Wednesday in Poland, following an announcement by the Minister of Energy.
Fuel Prices Set for 2026
As of Wednesday, the maximum price for 95-octane gasoline is 6.21 złoty per liter, 98-octane gasoline is 6.81 złoty per liter, and diesel fuel is 7.66 złoty per liter, according to a notice from the Minister of Energy published in the Polish Monitor.
These prices are higher than Tuesday’s rates, with gasoline potentially increasing by 5 gr/l and diesel by 6 gr/l.
Fuel Price Regulations
The maximum fuel prices, effective from Wednesday, were established by an announcement from the Minister of Energy published in the Polish Monitor.
The maximum price for 95-octane unleaded gasoline, including VAT, is 6.21 złoty. The price of 98-octane unleaded gasoline, including VAT, should not exceed 6.81 złoty per liter, and the maximum price for diesel fuel is 7.66 złoty per liter, including VAT.
CPN Package and Price Controls
A recent amendment to the act on oil reserves, part of the government’s CPN package (“Lower Fuel Prices”), introduced a mechanism for calculating the maximum fuel prices at stations.
The amendment stipulates that during periods of reduced VAT rates (since March 31st), fuel sellers must adhere to a sales price no higher than the maximum price.
Implementation and Enforcement
The maximum price announced by the Minister of Energy takes effect the day after its publication in the Polish Monitor. If announced before non-working days or holidays, the rate applies until the next working day.
The Ministry of Energy will publish daily announcements regarding maximum fuel prices. Selling above the maximum price is punishable by a fine of up to 1 million złoty, with controls conducted by the National Tax Administration.
Tax Adjustments and Budget Impact
A regulation from the Minister of Finance and Economy regarding a reduction in fuel excise duty came into effect on Monday, lowering excise duty on gasoline by 1239 złoty per 1000 liters and on diesel fuel by 880 złoty per 1000 liters until April 15th.
From Tuesday, a regulation from the Minister of Finance and Economy lowered the VAT rate on fuels to 8 percent, applicable from March 31st to April 30th.
The Ministry of Finance estimates the excise duty reduction will cost the budget 700 million złoty per month, and the VAT reduction 900 million złoty per month. The CPN package aims to limit price pressure and act as an anti-inflationary measure while ensuring fuel supply security.
Government Expectations and Potential Measures
Prime Minister Donald Tusk stated last week that the CPN package should lead to lower prices at stations. The Prime Minister also announced that if excessive profits are identified within fuel companies, a windfall tax may be applied.
This measure would prevent situations where rising raw material costs translate into disproportionately high company margins.
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