Accounting, HR, Payroll, Tax & Legal news from Poland

The “Active Parent” Act – new benefits for parents

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Date03 Jul 2024
On June 12th, 2024, the Act on Supporting Parents in Professional Activity and Child Rearing, commonly known as the “Active Parent” Act, was published in the Journal of Laws of the Republic of Poland. This act introduces a series of systemic solutions aimed at helping parents balance professional and family...
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Directive DAC7 – obligations from 1 July 2024

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Date01 Jul 2024
We would like to remind you that as of 1 July 2024, the provisions of European Union Directive No. 2021/1194 of 7 July 2021 (hereinafter “DAC7”) have come into force in Poland. These impose new reporting obligations on operators of digital platforms through which goods and services are offered. On...
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The Whistleblower Protection Act – new responsibilities for employers

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Date26 Jun 2024
On June 24, 2024, the Whistleblower Protection Act was published in the Journal of Laws, aligning Polish legislation with Directive (EU) 2019/1937 of the European Parliament and Council dated October 23rd, 2019, concerning the protection of individuals reporting breaches of EU law. Legislative background Directive (EU) 2019/1937 The European Parliament...
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Draft law on Cryptocurrencies: Supervision, penalties and many changes

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Date25 Jun 2024
The Ministry of Finance’s Cryptocurrency law will, among other things, prohibit the offer of all virtual assets without a permit. The supervision of the market will be carried out by the Polish Financial Supervision Authority (KNF), which will have the power to impose severe penalties on companies or individuals that...
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Amendment to the Accounting Act signed by the President

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Date24 Jun 2024
On April 16, 2024, the President signed an amendment to the Accounting Act, which requires large companies to break down information on income tax paid and other data by country. The amendment aims to align Polish regulations with the EU Directive 2021/2101 of the European Parliament and the Council of...
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WHT relief for holding companies: How and when can they be applied?

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Date20 Jun 2024
Preferential rules for taxing dividends and other income of holding companies in Poland and in the European Union are intended to support holding activities and avoid double taxation. In practice however, it is becoming increasingly difficult to benefit from WHT relief for holding companies in Poland. Why and when can...
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Current VAT rates in Poland in 2024

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Date19 Jun 2024
The year 2024 brings several significant changes to the value added tax (VAT) system in Poland, which can significantly affect entrepreneurs. Understanding the current rates and their application across various industries is crucial not only for compliance but also for optimizing business costs. This article discusses both the applicable VAT...
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Last updated: 13.12.2021

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