
Paper applications for work permits are going in the bin
12.08.2025
Even though the process for legalising work and residence for foreign nationals is now fully online, some employers are still sending in paper applications.
While there is no official penalty for an incorrectly submitted application, the consequences are significant: these paper documents will not be processed. Employers will have to resubmit the application correctly through the dedicated IT system, which can cause major delays. With processing times in some regions already exceeding four months, this simple mistake could prevent an employer from hiring a non-national worker on schedule, significantly extending the entire procedure. – Karolina Schiffter comments for Dziennik Gazeta Prawna.
Full article in Polish avialible: here.