Updated: 12 November 2026
Why it pays for students
- No ZUS — students under 26 on umowa zlecenie pay no ZUS contributions.
- No income tax — the youth relief exempts up to 85,528 zł of income a year, including from umowa zlecenie, for people under 26.
- Flexible schedule — work between classes, in the evenings or at weekends.
- Fast money — Optymist pays weekly or daily.
Uber Eats courier
- No driving licence needed on a bike.
- Work in any Polish city where Uber Eats operates.
- Courier settlement at Optymist costs 30 zł a week.
- Most orders come at lunch, dinner and weekends — a great fit around classes.
More: how to become a courier and how couriers can earn more.
App taxi driver
- You need a Polish category B licence, medical tests, a criminal record certificate and a car — your own or an owner’s.
- Rides usually pay more per hour than bike deliveries.
- The best hours are Friday and Saturday nights — when you have no classes.
Details: how to become an Uber and Bolt driver.
What to prepare
- A valid student ID — student status is what removes ZUS.
- An ID document and, if you’re not an EU citizen, a document giving you the right to work in Poland.
- A bank account number.
After you turn 26 or lose student status, the ZUS and tax rules change — let us know and we’ll adjust your contract.
FAQ
Do students pay ZUS as couriers?
No. Students under 26 on umowa zlecenie pay no ZUS contributions.
Do students pay income tax?
People under 26 using the youth relief pay no PIT on up to 85,528 zł of income a year, including from umowa zlecenie.
Can I be a courier without a licence?
Yes, if you deliver by bike.
