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Poland extends some measures capping fuel prices until end of June

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Posted on June 12, 2026

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· Last updated: June 12, 2026

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Poland Extends Fuel Price Cap and VAT Reduction Through June 2024

Poland's Fuel Price and Tax Policy Updates

Extension of VAT Cut and Fuel Price Cap

WARSAW, June 12 (Reuters) - Poland will extend a VAT cut and maximum pricing for fuel, but will not extend a cut in excise duty, state news agency PAP reported on Friday, citing a source close to the Finance Ministry.

Government Journal Entry and Policy Duration

The report came after an entry in the Polish government's journal of laws showed measures capping fuel prices would be extended until the end of June.

Details of Tax Adjustments

VAT and Excise Duty Changes Announced in March

In March the government announced VAT on fuel would fall to 8% from 23%, while excise duty would be cut to the EU minimum - 0.29 zloty ($0.08) per litre for petrol and 0.28 zloty for diesel.

Exchange Rate Information

($1 = 3.6681 zlotys)

Reporting Credits

(Reporting by Alan Charlish, Marek Strzelecki; Editing by Alison Williams)

Key Takeaways

  • VAT on petrol and diesel remains reduced to 8% (from 23%) until 15 June 2026 (gov.pl).
  • Excise duty stays at the EU minimum: PLN 0.29/l for petrol and PLN 0.28/l for diesel, also extended until mid‑June (gov.pl).
  • Maximum daily retail fuel price caps continue; excise duty relief will not be extended beyond June, despite VAT and price caps remaining (pap.pl).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What fuel price measures has Poland extended?
Poland has extended VAT cuts and maximum pricing for fuel until the end of June 2024.
Will Poland continue the excise duty cut on fuel?
No, Poland will not extend the excise duty cut on fuel, according to the latest government update.
What is the new VAT rate on fuel in Poland?
The VAT on fuel in Poland has been reduced from 23% to 8%.
What are the current excise duty rates for fuel in Poland?
Excise duty is set at 0.29 zloty per litre for petrol and 0.28 zloty for diesel.
Until when are the fuel price cap measures valid in Poland?
The measures are valid until the end of June 2024.

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