Nursing supplementary allowance

The nursing supplementary allowance is granted to a person entitled to a pension when he or she is completely incapable of work and independent existence or has reached the age of 75 years.

The right to the nursing supplementary allowance is confirmed by a decision on total incapacity for work and for independent existence issued by a ZUS evaluating doctor or ZUS medical board. Persons entitled to a bridging old-age pension and a teacher’s compensatory benefit are also entitled to the nursing supplementary allowance pursuant to the general rules.

For persons over 75 years of age, ZUS grants a care allowance ex officio.

This benefit is paid out by ZUS. It is financed from the Social Insurance Fund and the state budget.

As of 1 March 2025, the nursing supplementary allowance has been fixed at PLN 348.22 per month.