Poland’s Social Insurance Institution (ZUS) will increase widows’ pensions starting January 1, 2027. The benefit will rise from 15% to 25% of the second pension amount. This change aims to improve the financial security of surviving spouses. The increase is part of a broader reform initiated in July 2025, implemented in stages. Many widows and widowers are expected to see an increase in their monthly income, potentially by several hundred złotych. Details regarding eligibility and specific calculation methods will be released, outlining who will benefit from the updated policy. This represents a significant adjustment to the existing system and a bolster to social welfare provisions.