IMMIGRATION ALERTS

Poland grants record foreigners citizenship in 2025 – 19,135 total. Ukraine 10,295, Belarus 6,519, Russia 763. 17% year-on-year rise.

Poland proposes major tightening of citizenship laws – 8‑year residency, civics test, oath of loyalty, higher Polish language standards, tax residency requirement.

Polanda makes residence permit applications fully digital – mandatory online portal, qualified electronic signature, employer appendices must be e-signed. No more in-person submissions.

Poland launches fully digital MOS residence permit portal on 27 April 2026 – online applications, real-time tracking, and faster processing for foreign residents.

Poland Seasonal Work Visa 2026: New 9-month permit (up from 6 months) within any 12-month rolling period. Requirements, application process, costs, and key changes.

Poland's labor shortage crisis: government scraps labour market test for most work permits – 800,000+ vacant positions to be filled faster. Major reform effective immediately.

Poland's residence permits are now digital-only via MOSv2.0 portal. Applications require e-signature and e-Doręczenia delivery.

Starting in July and August 2025, Poland will enforce new regulations requiring employers to submit employment contracts for foreign workers through the Praca.gov.pl platform before work begins. Poland's updated work permit regulations are designed to improve oversight and ensure adherence to labor standards.

In June 2025, Poland’s government, led by Prime Minister Donald Tusk, announced a major Poland visa policy shift, aiming to reduce visas issued to citizens of African and Asian countries by 50% compared to 2024.

Starting April 2025, Poland will enforce B2 language requirements for student visas, mandating proficiency in Polish or English. This policy aims to boost academic success and integration but raises questions for international applicants.

Poland is set to implement major immigration law changes on May 1, 2025

The decision to suspend asylum rights stems from Poland's belief that Belarus, with alleged Russian support, is weaponizing migration

Stricter Employer Compliance: Rigorous audits for companies hiring foreign workers.

Poland is set to implement sweeping changes to its migration policy on July 1, 2025, including a new Residence Verification System

The journey to study in Poland starts with the student visa application, an important first step that requires careful preparation.

Poland's economy has displayed impressive growth and resilience in recent years. Key sectors like IT, manufacturing, construction