This year’s valorization will be record-breaking, and what’s more, not only in percentage, but also in amount. The guaranteed increase will be PLN 250 gross or 14.8 percent. In addition, seniors will also receive a 13th and 14th pension. The first payment is coming soon. When exactly?
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One-time allowance for seniors. What is and how much is the 13th pension?
The thirteenth pension is an additional, one-off, which is to financially support seniors. It first appeared 4 years ago, and from 2020 it is guaranteed by law. Importantly, it will be granted ex officio to all those who will have the status of a pensioner as of March 31, which means that there is no need to submit an application. It is paid in the amount of the minimum benefit applicable from March 1, 2023, i.e. PLN 1,588.44 gross.
When is the payment of the 13th pension 2023? Some will get it before Christmas
The thirteenth pension is paid by ZUS in April together with the basic benefit, i.e. seniors will receive it on the standard date, i.e. on the 1st, 5th, 6th, 10th, 15th, 20th or 25th day of the month. As April 1 falls on a Saturday this year, ZUS will transfer the money to be paid on March 28. Transfers will also come earlier to those who receive the benefit on April 10. It is Easter Monday, so the thirteen will be paid before Christmas.
People who receive the benefit and pre-retirement allowance can count on the transfer in May, while uniformed pensioners who receive the benefit from ZER MSWiA will receive it on April 5.
How much will the 13th pension be in 2023? It will not be tax exempt
In connection with the New Deal last year, the “thirteen” was exempt from tax, thanks to which seniors could count on higher net transfers. This year, that will most likely not be the case, which means that some will get lower transfers. Pursuant to the regulations, only benefits up to PLN 2,500 gross are exempt from tax, which means that only people with very low pensions will not have to settle for an additional transfer. According to the calculations, it applies to people who currently receive a pension of PLN 794 or less. Those who receive higher benefits face a tax deduction.
Source: Gazeta
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