Work Permit — Frequently Asked Questions
Typically 2–4 months, depending on the voivodeship office and permit type. Some cases come back within a month, others take longer. We handle the full process from start to finish.
Not on the work permit application alone. If the employee also applies for a temporary residence and work permit (single permit, zezwolenie na pobyt czasowy i pracę) before their current stay expires, they receive written confirmation that the application is complete, and their stay is legal while the case is pending. Whether they can already work during that time depends on their previous status and the type of application, so we assess this case by case.
The government fee is 400 PLN for a standard employer work permit, or 200 PLN if it runs for three months or less. Posting permits cost 800 PLN and seasonal permits 100 PLN. Our service fees depend on the case: we provide a clear quote after an initial consultation.
Only the names changed, not what they cover. The Act of 20 March 2025 replaced the letters with descriptive names from 1 June 2025, and since 1 January 2026 praca.gov.pl lists only the new ones. A former type A is now a permit to work for a Polish employer, type B is a permit tied to holding a specific function, and types C, D and E were merged into a single posting permit.
The employer. The work permit application must be submitted by the hiring company. As the employer, you remain the formal applicant, while we manage and support the entire process on your behalf.
Rejections are rare with proper preparation. If it happens, we assess the reason, advise on whether to appeal or reapply, and handle the next steps. Most rejections are due to incomplete documentation, something we prevent by thorough preparation.
