Poland Control of Corruption
Control of Corruption CC.EST
Poland's control of corruption was 0.49 in 2025, ranked 66th globally. This represents a 13.6% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank WGI, covering 1996–2025.
Overview
Poland's control of corruption stood at 0.49 in 2025, a decline of +0.08 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 0.49 by 2025. Poland ranked 66th globally.
Poland's control of corruption, as measured by the World Bank's Worldwide Governance Indicators, has exhibited significant fluctuations over the past two and a half decades. Starting at 0.71 in 1996, the country's score peaked at 0.79 in 1998, indicating relatively low corruption during that period. However, a decline ensued, with a notable trough of 0.11 in 2004. Since then, Poland's control of corruption has gradually improved, reaching 0.49 in 2025. This ranks Poland #66 globally, closely trailing peer countries such as Costa Rica and São Tomé and Principe. The improvement in control of corruption is a positive development, as it suggests greater transparency and accountability in government. To sustain this trend, Poland would need to continue implementing effective anti-corruption measures and strengthen its institutions, particularly its judicial system and law enforcement agencies.
Data & projection
| Year | Control of Corruption | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 0.47 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 0.49 | - | - |
| 2025 | 0.49 | −0.08 | #66 |
| 2023 | 0.57 | +0.06 | #61 |
| 2022 | 0.51 | −0.04 | #62 |
| 2021 | 0.55 | −0.07 | #62 |
| 2020 | 0.62 | +0.01 | #53 |
| 2019 | 0.61 | −0.01 | #56 |
| 2018 | 0.62 | −0.08 | #52 |
| 2017 | 0.70 | −0.06 | #51 |
| 2016 | 0.76 | +0.07 | #47 |
| 2015 | 0.69 | +0.01 | #49 |
| 2014 | 0.68 | +0.04 | #53 |
| 2013 | 0.65 | −0.01 | #51 |
| 2012 | 0.66 | +0.10 | #51 |
| 2011 | 0.56 | +0.05 | #54 |
| 2010 | 0.51 | +0.08 | #54 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Poland matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2024. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw control of corruption improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Poland's control of corruption was 0.49 in 2025. Ranked 66th globally. This represents a 13.6% decrease from the previous year.
Poland's control of corruption peaked at 0.79 in 1998.
The lowest control of corruption in Poland was 0.11 in 2004.
Poland ranks 66th globally in control of corruption as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is CC.EST. Data sourced from World Bank WGI.
Poland's control of corruption is projected to reach 0.49 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The control of corruption of Poland in 2025 was 0.49. This ranks 66th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_poland_control-of-corruption,
title = {Poland Control of Corruption},
url = {https://historysaid.com/poland/control-of-corruption/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}