How much is the farmer's pension in 2026?

The amount depends on the number of insurance years in KRUS and the individual assessment index — there is no single rate. KRUS guarantees the pension will not be lower than the lowest pension, i.e. {amount} per month from 1 March 2026.

How many years in KRUS are needed for a farmer's pension?

At least 25 years of KRUS pension insurance, together with reaching retirement age (60 for women, 65 for men).

Are the farmer's pension and a ZUS pension combined?

If you have insurance periods both in KRUS and ZUS, the benefits are determined separately under the rules of each system. Any overlap of entitlements is resolved by the pension authority's decision.

Where do I apply for a farmer's pension?

At the KRUS office for your place of residence, on form POCH-zem. KRUS issues the decision on the award and the amount.

Data current as of May 2026

Farmer's pension (KRUS)

A KRUS benefit for a farmer or household member who has reached retirement age (60 — women, 65 — men) and has at least 25 years of pension insurance. The amount depends on the contribution record — KRUS guarantees a minimum from 1 978,49 zł per month.

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Who is entitled to the farmer's pension?

A farmer who has reached retirement age: 60 — women, 65 — men
A person covered by KRUS pension insurance for at least 25 years
A farmer's household member who meets the same age and contribution conditions
Also a person whose calculated pension is below the lowest pension — KRUS raises it to the minimum automatically

The farmer's pension consists of a contributory part (based on the number of insurance years) and a supplementary part. The calculator does not know your contribution record or assessment index, so it cannot give an exact amount — KRUS sets it in its decision. The guaranteed minimum is 1 978,49 zł per month (from 1 March 2026).

How to apply

KRUS office

Submit the application at the regional branch or local KRUS office for your place of residence.

Form POCH-zem

Farmer's pension — apply on KRUS form POCH-zem. Attach documents confirming insurance periods and paid contributions.

Frequently asked questions

How much is the farmer's pension in 2026?: The amount depends on the number of insurance years in KRUS and the individual assessment index — there is no single rate. KRUS guarantees the pension will not be lower than the lowest pension, i.e. {amount} per month from 1 March 2026.
How many years in KRUS are needed for a farmer's pension?: At least 25 years of KRUS pension insurance, together with reaching retirement age (60 for women, 65 for men).
Are the farmer's pension and a ZUS pension combined?: If you have insurance periods both in KRUS and ZUS, the benefits are determined separately under the rules of each system. Any overlap of entitlements is resolved by the pension authority's decision.
Where do I apply for a farmer's pension?: At the KRUS office for your place of residence, on form POCH-zem. KRUS issues the decision on the award and the amount.

Do you run a farm?

Check in the calculator whether, besides the farmer's pension, you are entitled to other benefits — farmer's disability pension, KRUS sickness allowance or family benefits.

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