Poland’s 2026 retail regulations limit Sunday shopping to specific dates, impacting consumers and businesses nationwide starting April 19th.
2026 Shopping Sundays: Are Stores Open Tomorrow?
Planning to shop tomorrow, April 19, 2026, and wondering if trading restrictions apply? Regulations for 2026 clearly define when large stores and shopping malls can open, and when shoppers are limited to smaller local shops, Żabka convenience stores, and gas stations.
Shopping Regulations in Poland
Polish law restricts trade on Sundays, as outlined in the Act of January 10, 2018, concerning restrictions on trade on Sundays and public holidays, and on certain other days. This means sales are only permitted on specific days of the year.
Penalties for Sunday Trading
Employers face strict penalties for violating the Sunday trading ban, potentially incurring fines of up to 100,000 złoty.
2026 Shopping Sunday Calendar
The 2026 shopping Sunday calendar has been planned to accommodate periods before holidays and selected moments throughout the year.
Stores Open on April 19, 2026
April 19th is not a designated shopping Sunday. Consequently, large stores and supermarkets will be closed. Customers needing to make urgent purchases can find products at Żabka stores, local shops, and gas stations.
Months Without Shopping Sundays in 2026
In 2026, February, May, July, September, October, and November will have no shopping Sundays, meaning a complete trading ban during those months.
Three Shopping Sundays in December 2026
December 2026 will have three shopping Sundays to facilitate preparations for Christmas, a period of particularly high shopping activity.
