HR and payroll
Are you ready for a PIP inspection?
Labor inspectors will be able to convert civil law contracts into employment contracts.
The difference between ” self-arranged countryside holiday” and “holiday allowance”
Have you already fulfilled your obligation this year to inform your employees of your intention to pay or not to pay holiday allowance or a self-arranged countryside holiday?
Latest State Labor Inspectorate’s report – compliance with working time
The State Labor Inspectorate (Państwowa Inspekcja Pracy, PIP) has published a report on compliance with working time regulations for the years 2021–2023.
B2B contracts vs. employment relationship – what are the risks?
One of the key issues associated with B2B contracts is the potential for them to be reclassified as employment relationships.
Natural Disaster – Rights and Obligations of Employers and Employees
The Regulation of the Council of Ministers of 16 September 2024 introduced a state of natural disaster for 30 days in areas affected by flooding.
Contribution holidays – relief for some entrepreneurs
The Social Security Office (ZUS) contributions holiday is a new form of relief intended for certain entrepreneurs.
A free meal does not always constitute an employee’s income
As of September 1st, 2023, an amendment to the decree of the Minister of Family and Social Policy is in effect, according to which the monthly limit on meal subsidies…
Important change for employees – higher meal subsidy!
As early as September 1, 2023, an important change for employees comes into effect - the meal subsidy will be higher!
Important obligations for employers return on July 1st, 2023!
The Ministry of Health has scheduled the cancellation of the epidemic emergency in Poland for July 1st, 2023.
Employee and employer – rules and documentation of remote work
When opting for remote work, both an employee and their employer must adhere to applicable rules and regulations of such type of work, including, but not limited to, occupational health…
Employer’s duties related to remote work
Remote work has grown in popularity over the past few years - it is often treated as a condition of employment. When granting the opportunity to perform remote work, the…
Changes to paternity leave
Directive (EU) 2019/1158 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 20.06.2019 on the work-life balance of parents and caregivers is aimed at increasing the role of men in…
Applying for remote work – terms and conditions
New provisions of the Polish Labour Code governing remote work entered into force on April 7th, 2023. These new regulations specify numerous aspects of remote work, most notably how and…
A few words on parental leave
Parental leave is unpaid leave that applies only to employees hired under an employment contract with at least 6 months of work seniority. Its purpose is the personal care for…
What should employers remember about early in the year
The beginning of the year is a time when employers must remember about fulfilling various statutory obligations. What should business owners keep in mind?
Obligatory “auto-enrollment” to Employee Capital Plans (PPK) from April 1st,
In 2023, the first “auto-enrollment” to Employee Capital Plans (PPK) will take place.
New PIT-2 form – what is it and how to
From January 1st, 2023, a new form of the PIT-2 statement in version 9 will be in effect.
Obligation to possess PUE ZUS
Starting from January 1st 2023, anyone who is a contribution payer will be required by law to have a profile on the ZUS Electronic Services Platform (PUE).
Labour Code amendments, part 1: Upcoming changes
A major amendment to the Polish Labour Code is quickly approaching. Work is now underway on several bills, but employers should prepare now for the numerous upcoming changes.
Polish Deal 2.0
On 13 June 2022, Polish President Andrzej Duda signed the Act of 9 June 2022 Amending the Personal Income Tax and Certain Other Acts, designed to “repair” the Polish Deal…
What can you ask a candidate during interview and onboarding
Currently, a growing number of businesses are considering international expansion to take advantage of favorable economic conditions or a favorable tax system in a foreign country. Such expansion usually fosters…
PIT: Amendment of the Polish Deal
An amendment to the “Polish Deal” has been in force since 10 March 2022, incorporating into the Personal Income Tax Act the Minister of Finance’s regulation of 7 January 2022 on…
New tax changes
During the press conference held on the 24th of March, 2022, the Polish government announced additional tax changes in the regulations established by “The Polish Deal.”
Increase in exemption limits for employee meals
Health and safety regulations require employers to provide meals and hot drinks for employees working in particularly arduous conditions.
Polish Deal – tax changes for employees
From 1 January 2022, the package of tax changes introduced under the Polish Deal will enter into force in Poland. On 16 November 2021 the act introducing the new regulations…
