Work legalization fees in Poland after the increase from 1 December 2025
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What became more expensive since 1 December 2025?
Since 1 December 2025, new fee rates for documents legalizing foreigners' work have been in force under the regulation of the Minister of Family, Labour and Social Policy of 20.11.2025 (Dz.U. 2025 item 1622), replacing the 2023 regulation (Dz.U. 2023 item 1443).
The increase applies to both work entrustment declarations and work permits. The seasonal work permit fee rose from PLN 30 to PLN 100.
Fee comparison: before and after
| Document | Before 1.12.2025 | From 1.12.2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Work entrustment declaration | PLN 100 | PLN 400 |
| Work permit — up to 3 months | PLN 50 | PLN 200 |
| Work permit — over 3 months | PLN 100 | PLN 400 |
| Work permit — posting | PLN 200 | PLN 800 |
| Seasonal work permit | PLN 30 | PLN 100 |
Since 1 January 2026, work permit applications are submitted electronically via praca.gov.pl using forms: ZC-WWZPP, ZC-WWZF and ZC-WWZD.
Fees for declarations and seasonal permits are paid to the district labour office (PUP); work permit fees go to the voivodeship office.
What if the application has formal deficiencies?
If there are formal deficiencies, the office issues a request to supplement within a set deadline. Corrections are made via praca.gov.pl. The application is left without consideration only after the deadline expires without action — a request alone does not mean rejection.
Transitional provision (§ 3)
Cases initiated before 1 December 2025 are processed under the old fee rates (§ 3 of the regulation). If the employer filed the application and paid the old fee before that date, no additional payment is required.
Who bears the cost?
The fees are the employer's burden — the law prohibits transferring work legalization costs onto the foreigner. Deducting these amounts from an employee's salary violates the law and risks penalties.
How to limit expenses?
Significantly higher rates mean formal errors cost real money. A rejected application means paying again. Verify data before submission on praca.gov.pl, choose the right document type (declaration vs permit) and plan hiring in advance.
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This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Updated: 16.10.2026. Legal basis: regulation of MRPiPS of 20.11.2025 (Dz.U. 2025 item 1622). For individual cases we recommend consulting a lawyer.