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Practical guides, legal updates, and tips for navigating life and immigration in Poland.
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Life in Poland
Temporary Polish travel document for a foreigner
A temporary Polish travel document can be issued if a previous non-Polish passport has been lost, destroyed or has expired. If any of these cases apply, you will be able to apply for it when you have a humanitarian residence permit and it is indefinite, and you are unable to obtain a new travel d...
Temporary Residence
What will change for Ukrainians in Poland?
New Amendment to the Act on Assistance to Citizens of Ukraine entered into force on January 28th, 2023. Check what will change for Ukrainians in Poland. What’s changed? Ukrainians have the right to benefits from only one country, An extension of the legal stay of persons on a Schengen visa / visa...
Work Permit
New Minimum Wage In 2023
New year brings some important changes! We’d like to remind you that from the beginning of this year there has been a change of required remuneration in legalization procedures. A new minimum wage applies in Poland Why is it important to know? This information is crucial for foreigners working in...
Life in Poland
New fees for issuing documents for foreigners
New fees for issuing documents for foreigners. New fees will be charged from foreigners in Poland for the issuance and exchange of documents. When will it enter into force? The regulation was submitted on 26th of July 2022 and will apply from 29th of July 2022. Which documents? The document spe...
Permanent Residence
The Pole’s card for Ukrainian citizens
The Pole’s card for Ukrainian citizens will be easier to obtain. In the coming weeks, thanks to the initiative of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Poland, it will be possible to submit an application and collect the Pole’s Card at all sixteen voivodeship offices in Poland. Actio...
Law Updates
The state of the epidemic in Poland is lifted
The state of the epidemic in Poland is lifted What are the implications? What does it mean for foreigners? We kindly inform you that, from May 16, 2022, the state of the epidemic in Poland is lifted. However, the state of epidemic threat will still apply. We would like to remind you that, in conn...
Law Updates
Suspension of time limits for handling cases by voivodes
The Voivode Offices inform that there is a suspension of time limits for handling cases by voivodes. What does it mean and what will change? The law Pursuant to Art. 100c of the amended law on assistance to Ukrainian citizens in connection with an armed conflict in the territory of this state, th...
Permanent Residence
The Pole’s Card – how to obtain it and what benefits does it provide?
The Pole’s Card – how to obtain it and what benefits does it provide? The people who do not live in Poland but consider themselves Poles can receive a Pole’s Card if they meet the related requirements. The Pole’s Card confirms that its holder is a member of the Polish Nation. What are…
Temporary Residence
Act on Foreigners Amendment
The president of Poland signed the amendment to the Act on Foreigners The main purpose of the amendment is to simplify the procedures for granting foreigners temporary residence permits in the territory of the Republic of Poland, in particular, temporary residence and work permits. Check what new...
Temporary Residence
Sole Proprietorship in Poland – Start Your Own Business in Poland
Are you thinking about starting your own business in Poland? We’re here to answer all of your questions and dispel your doubts on this matter. Who can start a business in Poland? Opening a sole proprietorship in Poland is possible only for foreigners with certain residence statuses. It is feasibl...
Life in Poland
Travelling with pets within the EU
Do you want to enjoy the holidays and take advantage of the fact, that the borders are opening up? Or maybe you want to move to Poland with your family? Don’t forget about your pets – remember that they need special documents when travelling with you. Check how to prepare before travelling with ...
Temporary Residence
Meet Vladyslav – Ukrainian student in Poland
Meet Vladyslav! He’s a student of Marketing at the Krakow University of Economics. He came from Ukraine to Poland last year. He shared with us his relocation experience. Read the interview below and get to know him! Vlad, when and why did you decide to move to Poland? I thought about it when I was…
Temporary Residence
Study in Poland
Why you should choose Poland? If you’ve been thinking about studying abroad, you definitely should take Poland under consideration as your destination. Higher Education Institutions have a long tradition in our country. The first university, Jagiellonian University, was founded in 1364, making it...
Life in Poland
From June 1st, foreigners may apply for a PESEL number for tax purposes
On June 1st 2021, the Act on the principles of registration and identification of taxpayers and payers will change. The amendment is regarding the definition of taxpayers whose tax identifier is a PESEL. Thanks to the new regulations, commune offices will be able to issue a PESEL number to foreig...
Life in Poland
Everything you need to know about PPK: The Employee Capital Plans.
Employee Capital Plans (also known as PPK) will directly affect over 13 million people. Will these plans affect you too? Due to the growing number of post-working age people, and the increasing income generation gap between an individual’s active work versus fixed income years, the public and pri...
Life in Poland
Life in Poland During Quarantine – An Expat’s Perspective
March, 2020. The British Embassy were sending emails recommending Brits to go home due to the covid-19 pandemic. I had just arrived in Krakow where I intended to stay for the foreseeable future and I had paid the month’s rent. With nowhere to stay in the UK even if I wanted to go back, it…
Life in Poland
How to Find an Apartment in Krakow Quickly and Easily
Finding an apartment in a foreign country may be intimidating, even if you speak the local language. However, it can be an easy process if you know where to look. Renting property is actually a lot more straightforward in Poland compared to somewhere like the UK, for example. Read on to find out...
Temporary Residence
5 Tips to Avoid Long Queues at the Foreigner’s Office
The Foreigner’s Office has a bad reputation among expats in Poland as the land of the waiting. Not only in terms of how long it can take them to issue documents – a temporary residence permit sometimes takes up to one year – but even in terms of the long, physical waits that everyone must…
Life in Poland
A short guide to getting a mortgage in Poland
Our partner prepared a great article where you can find all useful information related to taking mortgage in Poland. We are happy to share it for you, in case of questions contact us or Loan-brokers.pl directly! In this article we will explain to you how the process of getting the mortgage in Po...
Temporary Residence
What is a Sole Proprietorship and Who Can Open One?
What is a sole proprietorship? A sole proprietorship, also known as a działalność jednoosobowa in Polish or a sole trader in British English, is the most simple type of business entity in Poland. As per its name, a sole proprietorship is made up of only one person; the owner. The sole proprietors...
Life in Poland
FAQ: Exchange of foreign driving licence to Polish
When I have to pass an exam? If you stay in Poland more than 185 days and you’ve legalized your stay, remember to exchange your driving licence for a Polish one. What documents do I need? – residence card (karta pobytu) or visa type D or residence permit; – current driving licence translated i...
Life in Poland
Register your car in Poland – how to get it done?
Have you already legalised your stay in Poland? Don’t forget to register your car! If you are staying in Poland for more than 185 days, have already legalised your stay and brought your car with you, you must exchange the previous registration certificate for one valid in Poland. What documents d...
Temporary Residence
Why Study in Poland?
In the recent decade Poland’s booming economy and rich cultural life started to attract more and more people from all over the world. Not only various job opportunities seem to be pretty appealing for foreigners – a lot of young people also come to Poland in order to study in the most prestigious...
Temporary Residence
Supreme Audit Office: Administration Cannot Handle the Growing Number of Foreigners
In the beginning of this year, due to numerous complaints of foreigners and extended time of waiting for work or residence permit, the Supreme Audit Office (NIK) decided to check whether voivodes and officials are ready to provide efficient service to foreigners and what losses the budget suffers...
Family Reunification
Family Reunion in Poland – From A to Z
So, you’ve been living in Poland for quite a while, working and renting an apartment, you’ve already settled here. But it’s not that easy to be fully satisfied with your life if you know that your family is waiting for you back in your country. Well, if you don’t plan to come back any time…
Life in Poland
How to: A Foreigners’ Guide to Buying a Property in Poland
Big cities in Poland are becoming real expat hubs for people from all over Europe and the rest of the world. Those people don’t only build a career, but also invest in their private lives here in Poland, with a family and a nice home. But if you want to own a property by yourself,…
Kraków
Krakow in the eyes of foreigners
Why do foreigners choose Krakow? What do they like most about the city? Krakow is an intercultural place with a lot of foreigners residing here. A lot of them came to Krakow to study or work, others were just visiting the city as tourists, but fell in love with it and decided to stay here…
Work Permit
Work permit for the same employer, when is it needed?
In order to work legally in Poland, non-European Union citizens have to obtain a work permit if they intend to work longer than 3 months. It’s an employer’s responsibility to apply for this document on behalf of his/her employee. A work permit is issued for fixed time, not exceeding a 3-year peri...
Temporary Residence
Supreme Audit Office Examines the Performance of Voivodes and Officials
According to TOKFM, foreigners are complaining that the residence and work permits are taking longer and longer to be issued. Supreme Audit Office (NIK) decided to check whether voivodes and officials are ready to provide efficient service to foreigners and what losses the budget suffers due to t...
Permanent Residence
Top 5 Tips: How to Learn the Polish Language Quickly and Easily?
Polish is considered to be one of the most difficult Slavic languages with its complex grammar and words that sometimes are hard to pronounce. Even saying cześć, which means hi in Polish can cause some problems for a foreigner. Although a lot of people in Poland speak English quite well and in so...
Temporary Residence
What will happen to British people in Poland after Brexit?
More than 6,000 British people are residing in Poland. When currently, with the United Kingdom a member of the European Union, British people can freely move and reside within its borders as well as work and conduct business activity in the member states, that will change after a no-deal Brexit. ...
Work Permit
2019: Changes in Regulations Regarding Work and Residency Permits
One year ago major changes to Polish immigration law have been announced, aiming to simplify the entire procedure. Some changes have been implemented already in 2018, others came into force Jan 1st. The most important changes valid since 2019: Maximum duration of Oświadczenie got extended – For O...
Life in Poland
How to Submit Your Personal Income Tax Statement in Few Steps
All Polish residents are liable to paying taxes on their income gained in Poland. Once a year they should file a tax statement and submit it to the competent tax office. In connection to this, a lot of confusion and additional questions may often appear, especially considering changes introduced ...
Kraków
Best events in Krakow – where and how to find?
Krakow is considered to be a cultural capital of Poland and it hosts a lot of different interesting events every day – from cultural and sport events to educational or just entertaining. Lots of really good events worth visiting often are poorly attended due to the fact that not really many peopl...
Life in Poland
Car Registration in Poland in Few Steps
Are you planning to buy a car in Poland and don’t know what to do and where to go? This guide created by our specialists was made just for you. Follow these easy steps and car registration process would be for you a plain sailing. The whole set of required documents and a procedure depend on the…
Temporary Residence
Karta Pobytu: Most Frequently Asked Questions
Karta Pobytu is, perhaps, one of the most desirable documents for a foreigner in Poland. However, a lot of questions arise on the way to receive this longed-for piece of plastic. In this article we gathered the most frequently asked questions concerning Karta Pobytu and would try to give you clea...
EU Citizens Registration
Can foreigners vote in the local elections?
A lot of foreigners residing in Poland were complaining that they didn’t have a chance to vote in the local elections which took place last Sunday, on October 21. Many of the foreign citizens didn’t know that they actually could cast their votes, that’s why we would like to lift the veil on this ...
Temporary Residence
Interview with Sylwia Fossaert, founder and CEO of Krakspire
Sylwia Fossaert is a CEO and founder of Krakspire, a company, which helps foreigners relocate to Poland. Sylwia obtained an MBA degree at the University of Leuven, afterwards she worked with several Belgian startups, mainly advising on labour mobility between Belgium and Poland. After moving back...