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VAT deduction on work clothing in Poland without a logo – when is it possible?
Can a business in Poland deduct VAT on work clothing without a logo? Yes. In certain circumstances, a business in Poland may deduct VAT on work clothing even if it does not carry a company logo. The absence of branding does not, by itself, eliminate the right to deduct VAT.... Read More →
Services provided to a company by a management board member in Poland – Voivodeship Administrative Court (WSA) ruling
A management board member in Poland may simultaneously operate their own business and provide paid services to the company in which they hold office, provided those services are genuinely separate from managing and representing the company. In its judgment of 8 April 2026, case no. III SA/Wa 2554/25, the Voivodeship... Read More →
PPK Poland: employer obligations for Employee Capital Plans
Employee Capital Plans (PPK) are Poland’s long-term workplace savings scheme, funded jointly by employees, employers and the state. Employers are generally required to establish and administer PPK, although employees may opt out of making contributions. The employer selects the financial institution, enters into the required agreements, enrols eligible individuals, calculates... Read More →
Day off for a holiday in Poland falling on a Saturday
In general, holidays are non-working days. If a holiday falls on a Sunday, the employer is not obliged to ‘compensate’ employees with a day off. However, if a holiday falls on a Saturday, a day off from work has to be granted to employees within the current settlement period. There... Read More →
In-minus VAT corrective invoice in Poland: when must the buyer reduce input VAT?
In Poland, a buyer that has already deducted VAT from an original invoice should generally reduce input VAT in the period in which it receives an in-minus corrective invoice. It should not automatically reopen the period in which the original purchase was reported. For structured corrective invoices issued through the... Read More →
Employee commuting cost reimbursement in Poland: when does it create taxable income?
In Poland, a cash allowance or reimbursement covering an employee’s ordinary commute between home and their fixed workplace generally constitutes taxable employment income. Employer-organised bus transport may qualify for a specific personal income tax exemption, but the exemption depends on the type of vehicle and the way the benefit is... Read More →
VAT in transport services in Poland: Rates, rules, and documentation obligations
Value added tax (VAT) in the transport sector in Poland is one of the key areas affecting the liquidity, regulatory compliance and competitiveness of businesses operating in this industry. This reflects the nature of transport activities, which often involve providing services to domestic, EU and non-EU clients. Each of these... Read More →
Full accounting in Poland vs. simplified accounting – obligations, differences and practical implications for businesses
Under Polish accounting rules, full accounting is mandatory for certain entities regardless of revenue. For sole traders and certain partnerships of natural persons, the statutory threshold is EUR 2.5 million in net revenue from sales of goods and products in the previous financial year. For determining the obligation to keep... Read More →
Limited liability company vs limited partnership in Poland: key differences for shareholders and investors
When comparing a limited liability company vs limited partnership in Poland, a Polish limited liability company usually offers stronger protection for shareholders’ private assets, a clearer management structure and a more straightforward route for bringing in an investor. A Polish limited partnership may be more suitable when the partners want... Read More →
Do invoices for services supplied abroad have to be issued through Poland’s KSeF?
In many cases, Polish businesses must report invoices for services supplied abroad through the National e-Invoicing System (KSeF), even when the services are taxable in another country. The obligation depends primarily on whether Polish invoicing rules apply, who is required to account for VAT and whether a statutory exclusion from... Read More →
