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What is the change? The Polish government has implemented a new work permit law.
What does the change mean? Authorities have imposed new documentation requirements on employers, expanded the Type B work permit requirements, added requirements for nationals of six neighboring countries, provided new seasonal work permits and established new ground rules for denying work permit applications. Additionally, the Ministry of Labour may decide to limit the number of work permits or residence and work permits.
Background: The changes were signed into law in 2017 and took effect Jan. 1. The law:
The new law also allows authorities to put annual caps on the number of work permits that will be issued, but authorities have so far not set any limits.
BAL Analysis: Employers should become familiar with the new requirements and should anticipate delays when submitting work permit applications.
This alert has been provided by the BAL Global Practice group and our network provider located in Poland. For additional information, please contact your BAL attorney.
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