The Polish Senior Card offers discounted services and products for those aged 60 and above, with special rates at sanatoriums nationwide.
Introduction to the Polish Senior Card
The National Senior Card was designed for individuals over 60 years of age and includes a wide range of discounts. Holders can benefit from reduced prices in pharmacies, private medical facilities, sanatoriums, shops, museums, and sports activities.
Where exactly is the card accepted and what are the costs for obtaining it?
What discounts does the senior card provide?
The senior card enables access to promotions, discounts, and free entries for selected services and products.
Sanatorium and accommodation discounts
For example, within the sanatorium and accommodation offerings, benefits include:
Retail and service discounts
The National Senior Card also provides discounts at selected retail and service points, such as:
Where to find participating locations
A detailed list of places honoring the National Senior Card, including sanatoriums and the available discount ranges, can be found on the program’s website. Before applying, it is advisable to check what offers are available in your local area.
Eligibility for the Polish Senior Card
The National Senior Card is available to any person who has reached the age of 60. To obtain the card, individuals must join the MANKO Association as a supporting member. For residents of municipalities not participating in the program, the card can be obtained by completing the online application form directly with the association.
Card fees and costs
If a municipality does not participate in the “Senior-Friendly Municipality” program, a membership fee is required. According to program regulations, a 35 PLN fee provides 12 months of card usage, while a 50 PLN fee ensures validity for 2 years.
Free issuance of the card
The National Senior Card is provided free of charge to residents of municipalities that have joined the “Senior-Friendly Municipality” Program. In these cases, the local government covers the cost of card issuance.
Application methods and locations
The application form can be submitted in person at the MANKO Association office in Krakow, sent by mail after completing the online form, or submitted at one of the program’s participating points. The current list of these locations is available on the National Senior Card website.
Personal data on the senior card
The National Senior Card is not an ID card, but each card has a unique number assigned to a specific person and recorded in the application form.
Differences between senior card and retiree ID
The National Senior Card and the retiree-renter ID are separate documents with different entitlements. The retiree ID is automatically issued by ZUS upon reaching retirement age – 60 for women and 65 for men – and primarily exists in electronic form in the mObywatel application. A plastic version requires a separate application. The benefits also differ – the Senior Card offers discounts with program partners, while the retiree-renter ID includes benefits like discounted municipal transportation.
Support program for seniors
The National Senior Card is issued in 312 municipalities participating in the program implemented by the MANKO Association. Local governments co-finance local editions of the card, with the initiative’s main goal being to activate seniors.
Summary of the Polish Senior Card
The National Senior Card is a solution for people over 60 who wish to access numerous discounts, particularly in sanatoriums and health resorts. Any senior can apply, with potential costs depending on whether their municipality participates in the program. Thanks to its extensive network of partners, the card helps seniors save money and promotes their active participation in society.
