Poland’s tax authority found 67 fuel stations selling above maximum prices, potentially facing fines up to 1 million złoty under the CPN program.
Fuel Price Oversight: KAS Findings
The National Tax Administration (KAS) has identified 67 fuel stations that were selling fuel at prices exceeding the legally mandated maximum. Minister of Finance Andrzej Domański announced the findings on Friday, April 10th.
Under the amended Act on Fuel Reserves, part of the “CPN – Lower Fuel Prices” package, stations selling fuel above the price cap can be fined up to 1 million złoty.
Price Cap Violations: Scale and Context
With approximately 8,000 gas stations operating in Poland, the identified violations represent less than 1% of all stations. The number of stations inspected was not disclosed.
Minister Domański noted that some instances involved only minimal exceedances of the government-set price limits.
CPN Extension and Oil Prices
The reduced VAT rate and lower excise duty under the CPN program are currently in effect until April 15th. Prime Minister Donald Tusk has announced an extension of this measure.
However, Minister Domański stated that the duration of the extension has not yet been determined. He also indicated that the program’s continuation isn’t tied to a specific oil price level, emphasizing the importance of price stability.
Following a ceasefire announcement regarding the conflict involving the US, Israel, and Iran, oil prices have fallen, currently trading just below $100 per barrel.
Budget Impact and Consumer Confidence
Minister Domański stated there is currently no need to revise the budget. He previously acknowledged that the reduced VAT and excise duty represent lost revenue of 1.6 billion złoty per month.
He emphasized the macroeconomic importance of the CPN, stating that higher fuel prices would negatively impact consumer confidence and retail sales. Consumer spending and associated VAT revenue are key components of state budget income.
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