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09/02/2026 · Grzegorz Stępień

Contracts for services – the most important changes in 2026

A longer length of service does not happen by itself. In 2026, everything will be determined by the documentation, the hours worked and the way the contract is settled. In 2026, the changes will affect length of service, the hourly rate and documentation – 31.40 zł gross is…

03/02/2026 · Grzegorz Stępień

How do I check my tax refund?

How can I check when I’ll receive my tax refund in 2026? The quickest way to do this is via the e-Tax Office at podatki.gov.pl, where, once you’ve logged in, you’ll be able to see the status, the amount and, often, the exact date of the bank transfer. For PIT returns submitted electronically, the tax office has a maximum of 45…

20/01/2026 · Grzegorz Stępień

Residence permit applications online only from 2026 – how does MOS work?

From 2026, residence permit applications for foreign nationals in Poland will be fully processed via the MOS digital system. This marks the end of paper forms at provincial offices and means the entire procedure will be handled via an electronic platform. In practice, what does the transition to… mean?

16/01/2026 · Grzegorz Stępień

A full-time freelancer in 2026 – a business incubator or a business of one’s own?

A full-time freelancer in 2026 – a business incubator or your own company? This is one of the most common questions asked by novice professionals working on a project basis. In Poland, freelancing is growing rapidly, and the law allows you to carry out assignments without registering a business. In practice, the choice…

14/01/2026 · Grzegorz Stępień

The EU Blue Card after 1 June 2025 – new rules on mobility

The EU Blue Card after 1 June 2025 – the new mobility rules completely transform the way highly skilled foreign nationals move between European Union countries. The reform implemented in Poland on 1 June 2025 introduced short-term and long-term mobility and simplified…

08/01/2026 · Grzegorz Stępień

How to set up a business in Poland as a non-EU foreign national in 2026

How can a non-EU foreign national set up a business in Poland in 2026? The quickest way is to register a limited liability company with the National Court Register or – provided you have the appropriate residence status – a sole trader business with the CEIDG.…

05/01/2026 · Grzegorz Stępień

New application form for a temporary residence permit from December 2025 – what has changed?

The new application form for a temporary residence permit, effective from 1 December 2025, applies to all foreign nationals submitting documents to regularise their stay in Poland after that date. This change stems from the Regulation of the Minister of the Interior and Administration of 25 November 2025…

29/12/2025 · Grzegorz Stępień

How will the rules for Mały ZUS Plus change in 2026?

From 1 January 2026, new, more specific rules governing the use of the ‘Mały ZUS Plus’ scheme in 2026 will come into force. The key changes relate to how the periods entitling a person to the relief are calculated, the deadline for returning to preferential contribution rates, and clear criteria for granting the relief.…

17/12/2025 · Grzegorz Stępień

Is it worth changing the form of taxation in 2026?

How to choose a tax regime in 2026? The year 2026 presents Polish entrepreneurs with entirely new challenges when it comes to choosing a tax regime for their business activities. On the one hand, we are seeing further digitalisation of tax returns (KSeF, e-Tax Office),…

12/12/2025 · Grzegorz Stępień

KSeF and paper invoices – changes from 2026

When will the KSeF replace paper invoices, and what does this mean for your business? The year 2026 will bring a revolution in invoicing for Polish businesses. Instead of printing, sending and archiving paper documents, most of us will have to use the National e-Invoice System…