Do I have to pay the RTV licence fee?
It depends: yes if you own an RTV receiver, but some people are exempt. The RTV fee duty applies to holders of registered receivers — radio and television. In 2026 the monthly fee is 9.50 zł for radio and 30.50 zł for television or an RTV set; paying a year in advance brings discounts (TV about 329.40 zł, radio about 102.60 zł). The fee is paid by the 25th of the month, collected by Polish Post. Exempt are, among others, seniors over 75, people with disability group I, and some people over 60 with a low pension — but the exemption must be reported (the right doesn't apply automatically). The receiver must be registered; not registering risks a penalty.
📋 The rules
- The fee is paid by holders of registered receivers
- 2026: radio 9.50 zł, TV/RTV 30.50 zł a month
- Payment by the 25th of the month; collected by Polish Post
- Exempt: 75+, disability group I (after reporting)
- The receiver must be registered
🔓 Exceptions
- Exemption: 75+, disability group I, some over-60s with a low pension
- Discount for paying a full year in advance
- The exemption isn't automatic — it must be reported at a post office
⚠️ Penalties & fines
Holding an unregistered receiver risks a 915 zł penalty (the equivalent of 30 times the monthly TV fee), on top of any arrears. Fee arrears can be pursued through enforcement, and the matter may be handled by the tax office; over time the debt grows with interest. To avoid penalties and needless fees: if you have a receiver — register it and pay the fee on time (consider an annual discounted payment); if you qualify for an exemption (e.g. age 75+), report it at a Polish Post office with the required documents; and if you don't own a receiver, make sure you're not listed as a registered user.
📎 Official sources
❓ Frequently asked
Do I have to pay the RTV fee?
Yes, if you have a registered radio or television receiver. The duty applies to holding a receiver capable of receiving programmes. Some people are exempt, e.g. seniors over 75, but the exemption must be reported, as it doesn't apply automatically.
How much is the RTV fee in 2026?
In 2026 the monthly fee is 9.50 zł for radio and 30.50 zł for television or a radio-television set. Paying a full year in advance brings statutory discounts — TV then costs about 329.40 zł and radio about 102.60 zł a year.
Who is exempt from the RTV fee?
Exempt are, among others, seniors over 75, people with disability group I, and some people over 60 drawing a low pension. The exemption isn't granted automatically — it must be reported at a Polish Post office with the relevant documents.
What's the penalty for not registering a receiver?
Holding an unregistered receiver risks a 915 zł penalty, equal to thirty times the monthly TV fee. On top comes the duty to pay the arrears. Arrears can be pursued through enforcement, and the matter may be handled by the tax office.
By when must I pay the fee?
The licence fee is paid in advance, by the 25th of the given month at the latest. You can pay monthly or in advance for a longer period, including a full year at a discount. Paying on time avoids interest and enforcement proceedings.
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