Open Government, Poland

API

Open access to Poland's official government datasets

Overview

The Open Government Poland API provides RESTful endpoints to access diverse Polish government open data across domains like demographics, public spending, environment, health, and education. Responses are primarily JSON, with CSV/XML download options for datasets. It supports filtering and querying to refine results, ideal for developers building civic tech apps (e.g., budget transparency tools), researchers analyzing policy trends, and journalists investigating public initiatives. The API enables seamless integration into data visualization or analytical workflows for both technical and non-technical users.

Example Integration (JavaScript)

script.js JS


fetch('https://dane.gov.pl/en')
  .then(res => res.json())
  .then(data => console.log(data))
  .catch(err => console.error(err));

Key Features

RESTful API
JSON/CSV/XML support
No authentication required
Wide dataset coverage
Filtering & querying capabilities

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Open Government Poland free to use?

Yes, all API access and datasets are available for free under open data licenses, allowing both commercial and non-commercial use.

? Does it require an API Key?

No, the API does not require an API key or authentication for public access to its open datasets.

? What is the response format?

Most API responses are in JSON format, while full datasets can be downloaded in CSV or XML for offline analysis.

Top Alternatives

EU Open Data Portal Search Google

Polish Central Statistical Office (GUS) API Search Google

Tool Info

Pricing Free

Category Government

Platform Public API

Pros

⊕ Free unlimited access
⊕ Comprehensive domain coverage
⊕ Regular data updates
⊕ Multilingual documentation
⊕ Easy integration with analytics tools

Cons

⊖ Potential rate limits for high-volume requests
⊖ Some datasets lack detailed metadata
⊖ Limited advanced querying in certain domains
⊖ Variable documentation clarity across datasets