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800 plus for foreigners — conditions
According to ZUS communications, a foreigner must live in Poland with the child, be professionally active, and the child must meet the school obligation; the benefit period runs from 1 June 2026 to 31 May 2027.
Key points
- Parent and child live in Poland throughout the benefit period.
- The applicant's professional activity (pension and disability insurance) — ZUS checks it in registers.
- Ukrainian citizens with UKR status filed a new application from 1 February 2026 (PESEL of parent and child, legal stay, school or kindergarten declaration).
- If ZUS cannot confirm the conditions, it may suspend payment.
- Rules change often — check current information on zus.pl.
FAQ
What is the current benefit period?
According to ZUS: 1 June 2026 to 31 May 2027.
Can ZUS suspend 800 plus?
Yes, if it cannot confirm residence, professional activity or the child's school obligation.
Official sources
This is general information; rules change — always check current requirements on the official websites.