Increase in health insurance contributions for entrepreneurs in Poland in 2026 – key consequences for businesses
The increase in health insurance contributions in Poland planned for 2026 is one of the most important topics currently being discussed in the business community. Although the Ministry of Finance emphasises that the changes are intended to streamline the system and restore its consistency, in practice they may mean a very real increase in fixed... Read More →
Taxation of a German tax resident serving as a member of the management board in a Polish company – Polish National Revenue Information Service (KIS) interpretation
The issue of taxation of a German resident who is a member of the management board of a Polish company is one of the most frequently raised issues in international capital groups. It concerns both Polish entities employing foreign managers and German entrepreneurs delegating employees to manage subsidiaries in Poland. The interpretation of the Director... Read More →
Interest charged by the parent company as a tax-deductible expense of a Polish branch – Polish Supreme Administrative Court (NSA) ruling
The question of whether interest charged by a parent company can constitute a tax-deductible expense for a foreign company’s branch has long been a source of interpretative doubts and uncertainty among entrepreneurs and tax advisors. This makes the final judgment of the Supreme Administrative Court (NSA) of 30 July 2025 (II FSK 1423/22) all the... Read More →
Implementation of the Equal Pay Directive – what will the draft law bring?
The application of the principle of equal pay in the EU is difficult, as evidenced by the persistent pay gap. In 2020, the pay gap in the European Union was 13%. In Poland, this figure is lower, but still noticeable – in 2023, it reached 7.8%. Work is currently underway to implement an EU directive... Read More →
National Bank of Poland interest rates in December 2025
On December 2-3, 2025, the Monetary Policy Council held a meeting during which it decided to decrease the National Bank of Poland (NBP) interest rates by 0.25 percentage points. Current National Bank of Poland interest rates: reference rate at 4.00% on an annual basis; lombard rate at 4.50% on an annual basis; deposit rate at 3.50% on an annual basis; rediscount... Read More →
Hiring employees from Poland: What foreign employers need to know
For several years now, hiring employees from Poland has become one of the most natural directions of development for foreign companies that want to build dispersed, international teams. The globalisation of remote work has led companies in Germany, the Netherlands, Austria, Scandinavia, the United Kingdom and the United States to view Poland as a stable,... Read More →
Business Review Poland – November 2025
November 2025 brought important tax rulings for entrepreneurs in Poland, a draft of changes in VAT reporting, new ESG-related regulatory obligations, as well as positive macroeconomic signals and dynamic investments in the logistics and space technology sectors. Below we present an overview of the key information that may have a direct impact on current business... Read More →
Changes to the Tax Ordinance in Poland – new control rules and presumption of innocence in taxation
The changes to the Tax Ordinance, which came into force on 4 November 2025, significantly modify the relationship between taxpayers and tax inspection authorities. For the first time in years, the legislator has introduced regulations strengthening the position of entrepreneurs: both by limiting the length of audits and by introducing the principle of resolving doubts... Read More →
National E-Invoicing System (KSeF) in Poland – summary of work and full schedule of changes. What has already happened and what else awaits entrepreneurs?
The National e-Invoice System (KSeF) in Poland is one of the most complex digitisation projects implemented in the Polish administration in recent years. Its aim is to standardise the circulation of invoices, increase data security, speed up accounting processes and automate settlements. At the end of November 2025, work on the system is entering a... Read More →
Returning to Poland: tax relief for returnees – a complete guide for those returning from emigration (Part 1)
Returning to Poland after years of emigration is a huge life change for many people. In addition to new family and professional challenges, there are also formal issues to deal with, including those related to taxes. One of the most important tools supporting people who decide to return to Poland from abroad is the so-called... Read More →
