In Poland **The Trade regulation Act** regulates erstwhile shops can be opened. For many Poles, planning purchases on Sundays is simply a challenge, so we created this comprehensive guide to trade Sundays in 2025, Having respect to the exceptions and penalties for violating them.
The calendar of trade Sundays 2025:**
The year 2025 brings restrictions on trade on Sundays, as did erstwhile years. After the first trade Sunday in January, customers must patiently wait for further buying opportunities on Sunday. **The number of commercial Sundays in 2025 is limited to seven**. Let us remember that **The Trade regulation Act on Sunday** aims to defend free time for workers. Here are the dates of commercial Sundays in 2025:
* * January 26, 2025 * (after us)
* April 13, 2025 *
* April 27, 2025 *
****[Other dates of commercial Sundays in 2025 – deficiency of information in the origin text, should be completed from authoritative sources]**
Exceptions to the ban on trade on Sundays
Although most **large-area shops** will be closed on non-commercial Sundays, there are **exceptions** provided for in the bill. They can be confusing, so they are worth knowing. Remember that**exceptions** mainly concern tiny shops** run by owners or franchisers:
* **Shops up to 200 m2 ** If the owner or franchisee personally works in the store, he can open it on Sunday. Examples of specified shops are **A frog** or **Carrefour Express**, but not all of these sites will be open. This depends on the decision of individual owners.
* * * Gas station ** They can operate freely on Sundays, offering fuel and basic articles.
* Pharmacy * Available on Sundays, offering the essential medicines.
* Bakeries and pastry shops ** They supply fresh bread and cakes.
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* Souvenirs stores * Localized, for example, at stations and airports.
* Restaurants and cafes ** They can operate freely by offering meals and drinks.
* Oh, my God * *Important information on beginning hours and assortment:**
Please note that **shop beginning hours** covered by exceptions may disagree from standard ones. besides **a range** can be limited compared to weekdays. It is always worth to contact the store before the planned visit to avoid disappointment.
Punishment for breaking the ban on trade on Sundays
* Oh, my God * The Trade regulation Act on Sundays provides for severe penalties for violating it. For **illegal trade** on non-commercial Sundays threatens **mandate** from **1000 zł to 100 000 zł**. The work inspection shall regularly monitor compliance.
**Additional holidays in 2025:**
In addition to non-commercial Sundays, Poles can enjoy additional days free of work, including **ecclesiastical and state holidays**. Remember, in these days, most stores will besides be closed. * Christmas Eve (24 December)** is besides a day off from work in accordance with the Act.
* Oh, my God * *Planning purchases on Sunday 2025:**
In order to avoid unnecessary disappointments, it is always worth checking the **calendar of trade Sundays** and **exceptions** from the ban on trade. Planning purchases in advance will avoid problems with access to the goods needed on non-commercial Sundays. We encourage you to follow current information about **commercial Sundays** in 2025 to be always up to date. This information can be found on government websites and in the media. Remember to usage reliable sources of information.**
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* Oh, my God * * Trade Sundays 2025: A complete guide to buying in Poland**
