КАРДИНАЛЬНЫЕ изменения в Польше! Коснуться ВСЕХ! От бизнеса до студентов!

Summary

This video explains key changes in Poland’s work and residence permit policies that will affect foreign workers and employers. Key points include new prioritization for permit applications, additional documentation requirements, stricter regulations on student work permits, and the importance of ensuring employers don’t have outstanding debts with tax authorities, or risk permit rejections. These changes aim to streamline the process but will create challenges for both employees and employers in terms of paperwork, waiting times, and legal compliance.

Takeaways

• 😀 The process for obtaining work permits and residence cards will now prioritize applications for strategic enterprises, followed by employees already working for a company, and then positions with staff shortages.
• 😀 Workers in positions with high demand (as listed on the government portal) will be prioritized for permits and residence cards.
• 😀 The introduction of a new queue system for work permits and residence cards may delay approvals, especially for non-priority applicants.
• 😀 A diploma from a police school will no longer be sufficient for foreign workers to work without a permit; a qualification certificate will now also be required.
• 😀 Foreign workers who have completed police school may need to apply for a new permit if they do not yet have permanent residency, which complicates their status.
• 😀 Foreign workers cannot begin working before receiving a work permit or clearance, meaning employers must wait for approval before hiring and applying for residence cards.
• 😀 Foreigners working without permits or applying for residence cards before obtaining permission will face refusals for both permits and residence cards.
• 😀 Full-time students without a residence permit for study will no longer be allowed to work in Poland, which creates further challenges for students seeking employment while studying.
• 😀 Students from non-EU countries will now need a permit to work, potentially facing long waiting times (up to several months) for approval.
• 😀 Employers with outstanding debts to ZUS (social security) or other tax authorities will face automatic refusals for employee work permits and residence card applications, even if the debt is small or the employer is mistakenly overpaid.
• 😀 The new rules will require employers to monitor tax balances closely to avoid unnecessary permit refusals, creating a significant administrative burden.

Q & A

What is the main topic of the video?

The video discusses upcoming changes in regulations regarding foreign workers and employers, particularly in relation to permits and residence cards in Poland, which will take effect in March 2025.

What is the significance of the fifth change mentioned in the video?

The fifth change, referred to as the 'cherry on the cake,' is the most impactful one, as it involves employers facing immediate refusals for permits if they have outstanding debts with institutions like ZUS or the tax office.

How will the priority system for permits and residence cards change?

Applications for permits and residence cards will be processed in a priority order, with strategic enterprises being considered first, followed by employees continuing with the same company, those working in positions with staff shortages, and finally general applicants.

What new requirement will affect foreign workers with a police school diploma?

A diploma or certificate of completion from a police school will no longer be enough to work without a work permit. Workers in this situation will need additional documentation, like a factory qualification certificate, to avoid needing a new permit for a residence card.

What is the new process for foreigners working in Poland?

Foreigners will now need to first obtain a work permit or a related license before they can start working, and only after that can they apply for a residence card. Any deviation from this process will likely result in refusals for both permits and residence cards.

What is the impact on students working while studying?

Full-time students who do not have a residence card will no longer be allowed to work without a work permit. This creates challenges, especially for students from non-EU countries, who will need to wait for a permit before working.

How will employers be affected by unpaid debts in ZUS or the tax office?

If an employer has any outstanding debts with ZUS or the tax office, the employee's application for permits and residence cards will be automatically rejected, even if the debt is due to overpayment or a technical issue with the balance.

What are the implications for employers when submitting permit applications?

Employers will need to ensure that all tax and social security payments are up to date. Even small overpayments or errors may result in refusal of permits for foreign workers, leading to delays and potential legal issues.

Why is the fifth change, related to debts, considered the most problematic?

The fifth change is seen as problematic because even small errors, like a minor overpayment in taxes or social security, can lead to the refusal of permits and residence cards, causing significant disruptions for both employers and foreign workers.

What does the speaker suggest employers should do to avoid problems with the new rules?

Employers should monitor their payments to ZUS and other authorities carefully, ensuring that all payments are accurate and up to date. They may need to regularly check with these institutions to avoid issues with overpayment or underpayment.