As of January 1, 2026, excise taxes on alcoholic and tobacco products, electronic cigarettes, and so-called 'innovative products' have significantly increased in Poland.
Excise taxes on ethyl alcohol, beer, wine, fermented beverages, and intermediate products have been increased by 15%. However, the main impact has been on tobacco products, the publication notes.
As of January 1, fixed excise rates have risen compared to the 2025 level:
– for cigarettes – by 20%,
– for smoking tobacco – by 30%,
– for liquid for electronic cigarettes – by 50%.
According to forecasts from the country's Ministry of Finance, the average price of a pack of cigarettes in 2026 will be 23.85 zloty (5.66 euros).
The Polish ministry emphasizes that the goal of increasing excise taxes is not only to boost budget revenues but also to reduce the consumption of tobacco products and their substitutes, especially among minors.
"After the changes, the price gap between Poland and other EU countries will also decrease. Currently, cigarettes in Poland are among the cheapest in the European Union," the ministry notes.
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