Family & Schools
Care allowance for a sick child Poland: zasiłek opiekuńczy, 60 days
Care allowance for a sick child in Poland: 80% of base, up to 60 days a year, claim within 6 months. gov.pl page updated 2022.
e-ZLA: articles for expats in Poland
Health
Sickness benefit Poland: zasiłek chorobowy, 80%, 182 days, e-ZLA
Sickness benefit in Poland: 80% or 100% of base, up to 182 days, claim within 6 months. Source gov.pl page updated April 2022.
Work
Sick Leave in Poland: L4, e-ZLA and Sick Pay Rules (2026)
Falling ill in Poland? Your employer pays the first 33 days of L4, ZUS pays after, e-ZLA notes are automatic, and the rate is 80% or 100% of your base.