As the 2025 tax filing season officially kicked off this past Sunday, millions of Polish taxpayers are searching for ways to optimize their returns. Among the most effective tools highlighted by experts this year is the Individual Retirement Security Account (IKZE), which offers a double-edged benefit: securing a private pension while providing immediate tax relief.

New Limits for 2025

According to Piotr Juszczyk, a tax advisor at inFakt, the deduction limits for 2025 are tied to the projected average salary of PLN 8,673. This creates two distinct tiers for contributors:

• Standard Individuals: A limit of PLN 10,407.60 (1.2x average salary).

• Entrepreneurs: A higher limit of PLN 15,611.40 (1.8x average salary).

Potential Savings for Employees and Business Owners

The financial impact of these deductions depends on your tax bracket. For a standard employee maximizing their IKZE contribution, the relief can result in a refund of PLN 1,285 in the first bracket, jumping to PLN 3,330 for those in the second.

Entrepreneurs stand to gain even more. Those on the tax scale can see refunds up to PLN 4,996, while those opting for a flat tax (podatek liniowy) can expect roughly PLN 2,966 back from the tax office.

Long-Term Growth and Taxation

Beyond the immediate deduction, IKZE assets grow free from the “Belka tax” on capital gains. However, Juszczyk reminds savers that the tax is deferred, not eliminated. If funds are withdrawn after age 65 (provided contributions were made for at least five years), a flat 10% tax rate applies. Conversely, early withdrawals are treated as income and taxed at standard rates.

With the filing window now open, taxpayers are encouraged to review their contributions to ensure they capture the full scope of these incentives.