In a significant development for Poland”s cryptocurrency landscape, the Sejm has once again forwarded the crypto-assets bill to President Karol Nawrocki for his signature. This move comes after the parliament rejected amendments proposed by the Senate, effectively sending the bill in its original form—a version that Nawrocki previously vetoed in December 2025.
On January 23, 2026, the lower house of parliament reviewed the Senate”s suggested changes, which included a key amendment regarding a supervisory fee for crypto companies. This amendment proposed a maximum fee of 0.5% of revenue, which would not be charged in the first year following the implementation of the new regulations. However, lawmakers voted against this amendment by a margin of 223 to 202, leading to the passage of the bill in its original wording.
The legislation aims to align Poland”s regulatory framework with the European Union”s Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA), which has been effective across the EU since December 30, 2024. Yet, Poland has struggled to fully adapt its supervisory system to meet these European standards.
The bill outlines essential components such as the licensing procedures for market participants, the authority of supervisory bodies, and mechanisms for sanctions. However, one of the most debated aspects remains the supervisory fee structure, which critics argue could disproportionately affect smaller firms in the crypto space.
President Nawrocki”s previous veto was grounded in concerns about legal, economic, and systemic risks. He highlighted issues such as the broad powers granted to supervisory authorities, which could allow for the administrative blocking of crypto companies” websites with minimal oversight. This level of authority raises alarms about potential abuses and conflicts with constitutional rights regarding enterprise freedom.
Furthermore, Nawrocki criticized the proposed fee structure as being overly burdensome for smaller companies while favoring larger corporations, potentially stifling innovation and competition. The president also pointed out the complexity of the bill—over 100 pages—which could lead to difficulties in application and interpretation, increasing the likelihood of disputes between companies and regulators.
As the bill returns to the Presidential Palace, Nawrocki has 21 days to either sign it into law or issue another veto. Should he choose the latter, the legislative initiative will return to the Sejm once more. This ongoing political standoff underscores the delicate balance Poland seeks to achieve between complying with EU regulations and addressing domestic concerns regarding the crypto industry.
The situation remains fluid, and it is uncertain whether the law will ultimately be enacted or face further revisions. This development is particularly critical for the Polish crypto market, which seeks clarity and stability in the regulatory environment.
