As we read on the Rzeczypospolitej Polskiej website:

The coronavirus is a difficult opponent. To defeat it, we must be united and responsible. Despite the stable situation regarding the availability of vacant beds and equipment, we are still struggling with a high number of people in hospitals and on ventilators in Poland, and above all—with deaths. Therefore, we are extending the safety rules currently in force. The exceptions are shops in shopping malls, museums and art galleries—from February 1, they will be allowed to reopen under a strict sanitary regime. The remaining restrictions that have applied so far remain unchanged.

The government adds:

We decided to extend the current restrictions and open shopping malls under a sanitary regime after consulting experts—including epidemiologists, virologists and public health specialists. We have a safe reserve of beds and equipment for COVID-19 patients. However, this does not mean that the situation is not difficult. Many people are still in hospitals, including on ventilators. Remember, returning to normal depends only on us and our responsible behavior.

Shopping malls, museums and art galleries reopen on February 1

Shops in shopping malls and centers

From February 1, shops in shopping centers and malls will be allowed to reopen. However, these places will have to operate under a strict sanitary regime.

What about customer limits in shops?

A customer limit applies in retail outlets, at markets and at post offices:

  • 1 person per 10 sq m—in shops up to 100 sq m.
  • 1 person per 15 sq m—in shops larger than 100 sq m.

Important! Restaurants and food outlets in shopping centers and malls remain closed. Only delivery and takeaway food are permitted.

Important! Senior hours will no longer apply from February 1.

What about museums and art galleries?

From February 1, museums and art galleries will also be allowed to operate under a strict sanitary regime.

What restrictions and safety rules apply?

  • A distance of at least 1.5 meters between pedestrians must be maintained.
  • Mouth and nose coverings are required in public places, including on the street, on buses, at clinics, in shops and in churches.
  • On-premises restaurant service is prohibited—only delivery and takeaway food are permitted.
  • Hotel operations are restricted, with exceptions.
  • Ski slopes are closed.
  • The operations of some cultural institutions, including theaters and cinemas, are suspended.
  • Nightclubs, discos and other venues made available for dancing are prohibited from operating.
  • The operations of swimming pools, water parks, gyms, fitness clubs and fitness centers are suspended, with exceptions.
  • Only a limited number of people may travel by public transport.
  • A limit applies in churches—no more than 1 person per 15 sq m, while maintaining a distance of at least 1.5 m.
  • Public gatherings may include no more than 5 people.
  • The organization of weddings, first communions, funeral receptions and other ceremonies and special events is prohibited.
  • Fairs, exhibitions, congresses and conferences may take place only online.
  • Restrictions related to crossing the border and international travel apply.
  • Students in grades 1–3 of primary school attend classes in person. Students in higher primary-school grades and secondary schools study remotely.