On June 1, 2025, Poland transformed how foreign nationals work and live in the country. With new laws now in force, the country has modernized its migration system by introducing digital processes, stronger legal protections, and faster access to employment. These reforms have created a more transparent and worker-friendly environment for both migrants and employers.
⚡ Faster, More Transparent Decisions
Work permit processing in Poland used to be slow and unpredictable. That changed in 2025.
The government introduced shorter and more reliable processing times for work permit applications, helping employers meet labor needs faster and giving foreign workers a clearer path to employment (Sejm.gov.pl, 2024).
- Faster permit approvals
- Less bureaucracy
- Improved responsiveness to labor market demands
💻 Digital by Default: MOS Platform in Action
Since June 2025, all work and residence permit procedures have been managed through the MOS platform (Moduł Obsługi Spraw).
This digital portal replaced paper forms and long waits at government offices. It streamlined the application process and provided real-time access for applicants and employers alike.
- Remote document submission
- Live status tracking
- Instant access to checklists, forms, and deadlines
The result: fewer errors, more efficiency, and a better user experience for everyone involved (Sejm.gov.pl, 2025).
📄 Goodbye Civil Contracts – Hello Job Security
As of 2025, civil contracts like umowa zlecenie and umowa o dzieło can no longer be used to employ foreigners. Instead, employers are required to use formal employment contracts (umowa o pracę).
- Stronger worker protections
- Access to social insurance and healthcare
- Clear rights and obligations for employees
This shift ensured fairer treatment for migrant workers and greater stability in the workplace.
🧠 EU Blue Card 2.0: Poland’s Upgrade for Global Talent
Highly skilled non-EU professionals have benefited from Poland’s improved EU Blue Card system, which took effect in early 2025.
- Entrepreneurial freedom – Blue Card holders can now start and manage businesses like Polish citizens.
- Job mobility – Changing employers no longer requires a new permit.
- Short-term mobility – Blue Card holders from other EU countries can now work in Poland for up to 90 days in a 180-day period without additional paperwork.
These changes made Poland more attractive to engineers, scientists, IT experts, and other top talent (Sejm.gov.pl, 2025).
🔍 Impact on Workers and Employers
- ✅ Foreign workers now enjoy more job security, better legal protection, and faster access to the Polish job market.
- ✅ Employers benefit from digital processes, reduced administrative burden, and improved clarity when hiring international staff.
Poland’s 2025 reforms have made a real difference — for migrants seeking opportunity, and for companies building diverse and skilled teams.
