Starting in 2026, seniors over 60 with a monthly pension below 4,451.78 PLN gross can secure an exemption from RTV subscription fees, potentially saving 366 PLN per year, provided specific paperwork is filed. <\/p>\n
In 2026, the eligibility for an RTV fee waiver depends on a specific income threshold. Seniors over 60 whose gross monthly pension does not exceed 4,451.78 PLN\u2014which represents half of the previous year’s average national wage\u2014are entitled to stop paying the fee. To benefit, they must not only meet this criteria but also actively submit the required documentation to Poczta Polska.<\/p>\n
This exemption allows households to eliminate radio and television costs entirely. For a typical household, this translates into an annual saving of 366 PLN. For instance, an individual with a pension of 4,310 PLN gross can stop paying 30.50 PLN monthly after filing the necessary paperwork.<\/p>\n
A common mistake is the assumption that this exemption is applied automatically. Seniors must visit a Poczta Polska branch to present their documents. It is also vital that the RTV receiver is registered under the name of the person claiming the exemption. The waiver officially takes effect on the first day of the month following the submission of the paperwork.<\/p>\n
The list of those exempt from RTV fees extends beyond low-income pensioners. Notably, individuals over 75 years of age are exempt regardless of their income; their status is verified via the PESEL register, requiring no additional application. Other groups also qualify, provided they can produce the required supporting documentation.<\/p>\n
Standard fees remain set at 9.50 PLN for radio and 30.50 PLN for television or combined radio\/television units. One fee covers all receivers within a single household, including those in vehicles or summer homes. Failure to pay risks a penalty equal to thirty times the monthly rate, plus interest. As of 2026, these penalties stand at 915 PLN for televisions and 285 PLN for radios.<\/p>\n
Seniors with a pension of 4,450 PLN gross can obtain the exemption if they are over 60 and have submitted the required documents to Poczta Polska. However, exceeding the income threshold by even a few zlotys results in the loss of the exemption, as there is no partial relief mechanism.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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