High inflation means that seniors who receive the lowest benefits have to tighten their belts. Not everyone knows that in our country they are a group covered by a whole list of reliefs, thanks to which they can make their lives much easier and save a lot. It’s not just cheaper travel and medicines. What discounts are valid in 2024?
What is due after the age of 60? People with a pensioner’s ID card can count on many reliefs and discounts
A person who has a ZUS ID card, i.e. a retiree’s ID card, and people with a pension or teacher’s compensation benefit are entitled to a number of reliefs. These include:
- 37% discount on two 2nd class flights per year and the carrier’s internal discount on standard fares depending on the carrier’s offer,
- discounts and discounts on medicines,
- discounts on cultural events or sightseeing facilities upon presentation of a pensioner’s ID card, but in this case the amount of the discount is determined by the owner of a given facility;
- cheaper public transport journeys, among others, in Warsaw, Łódź and Kraków;
- 50% less for a passport, and after turning 70, obtaining the document for free.
Who is entitled to free medicines? Medicines are one of the most common expenses for seniors. After the age of 65 they are free
But that’s not all. over 60 years of age who are entitled to a pension are exempt from the subscription fee, and those who are over 65 years of age, they can buy medicines for free, but for this to be the case, the drug must be on a special list. The list of medicines includes as many as 3,800 items. Pensioners can also apply for the National Senior Card. To do this, simply visit the website and fill out the form. The card entitles you to many amenities, such as discounts on sanatoriums, health resorts and rehabilitation clinics.
Source: Gazeta
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