By : JD staff
Jordan Daily – The Polish government will implement a series of immigration reforms starting June 1, 2025, aimed at streamlining work permit processes and attracting foreign talent, while strengthening penalties for illegal employment, according to immigration advisory firm Newland Chase.
The reforms include the removal of the labor market test requirement for work permit applications and the introduction of a fully digital platform for permit submissions. Authorities will also apply clearer and expanded criteria for application rejections and introduce a minimum working hours threshold to qualify for a permit.
Fast-track processing will apply to employers deemed vital to the economy, permit extensions with unchanged conditions, and foreign workers in shortage occupations, according to the firm’s advisory seen by Jordan Daily.
Penalties for illegal employment will increase significantly. Employers may face fines ranging from 3,000 to 50,000 Polish zloty (approximately $800 to $13,330), while unauthorized foreign workers could be fined between 1,000 and 5,000 zloty ($267 to $1,333).
Employment contracts must be submitted before work begins, and additional notification requirements will apply depending on the type of permit issued.
The reforms also introduce limited provisions for incidental remote work by foreign nationals for non-Polish employers, provided such work is not tied to the Polish labor market.
Newland Chase said the reforms aim to “streamline the process, enhance transparency, and address key labor market needs,” with practical impacts expected to emerge in the coming months.