What the new digital-first regulations mean for your business. Since June 2025, the rules for employing non-Polish nationals have changed significantly. The process is now entirely digital, and the burden of reporting has shifted more heavily onto the employer. If you are planning to hire from outside the EU, you need to be aware of…
When hiring in Poland, you will encounter three main contract types. These are the Employment Contract (Umowa o Pracę or UoP), the Mandate Contract (Umowa Zlecenie or UZ), and the Temporary Employment Contract. A common misconception is that “Employer of Record” is a specific legal contract. It is not. EOR is a service that operates…
In Poland, severance pay (odprawa) is not a universal requirement for every termination. It is strictly tied to the reason for the dismissal and, crucially, the size of your workforce. For international companies, underestimating these costs during a restructuring or market exit can lead to significant unbudgeted liabilities. Here is what you need to know…
Annual leave in Poland is strictly regulated by the Labour Code. Unlike in many countries where holiday is purely a matter of contract, Polish law mandates specific minimums based on an employee’s “service history.” For foreign employers, the challenge often lies in calculating this history correctly, as it includes time spent in education and with…
Let’s face it: most companies don’t need to “hire globally in 180+ countries”! Sometimes, they only need one EOR in one country, in Poland for example. Many businesses are focused on staying compliant with local regulations, efficiently managing the payroll for their remote employees, and ensuring that the entire process is as affordable as possible….