Retiring in Poland requires submitting an application to the Social Insurance Institution (ZUS)
and providing the necessary documents.
Completeness and accuracy are crucial to avoid delays in receiving your pension.
The most important document is the retirement application (form EMP),
which can be submitted in person at a ZUS branch, by mail, or electronically via the PUE ZUS platform.
A valid ID card or passport is required to verify your identity.
The application should include employment certificates, employer statements, or other documents
that confirm contribution and non-contribution periods.
ZUS also requires income statements for selected years of employment (form Rp-7).
These are used to calculate the pension amount.
If the applicant took parental leave, received sickness benefits, or other allowances,
they should provide the relevant documents confirming these periods.
People who have worked abroad must include documents confirming employment and contributions paid in other countries.
ZUS collaborates with foreign institutions in this regard.
In case of doubts, it is advisable to seek help from a ZUS pension advisor,
who can review the documents and assist in properly completing the application.
Preparing complete documentation for retirement is a key step in the application process.
Gathering the necessary certificates and employment records in advance helps avoid delays.
More practical tips can be found on opk.care.
October 2, 2025
