Paweł Cabaj
Head of Business Development
Incorporating a company, branch or business in Poland is a crucial step for entities planning to operate on the Polish market. The choice of the appropriate legal form – company, branch or representative office – has a significant impact on tax obligations, the liability of owners and the manner of keeping accounts. The decision on the business structure should take into account both the nature of the planned activity and the regulations of commercial and tax law in Poland. Our support is ideally suited if you are planning long-term business development that requires establishing a business in Poland. Depending on your needs, KR Group will propose opening a branch, a representative office or a company.
Company incorporation – for whom?
The incorporation of a company, branch or business is a service for foreign entrepreneurs wishing to start or continue their operations in Poland. Based on an analysis carried out, we will recommend an entity matching the nature of your activities in Poland. Our specialists support clients at every stage of the process, guaranteeing the correct execution of legal actions – so there is no need to worry about registration formalities, and you can focus exclusively on developing your company. If time is a priority and you want to start your business as quickly as possible, in exceptional circumstances we propose the purchase of a ready-made company.
Company incorporation at KR Group
Incorporating a company, branch or business in Poland does not have to involve complicated processes or be time-consuming. By working with KR Group, entrepreneurs gain comprehensive support at every stage of the business establishment process, from initial analysis of the business situation to the selection of the most optimal legal form. Our experienced specialists – legal counsels, advocates and lawyers – prepare the complete registration documentation, including company agreements, applications to the National Court Register (KRS) and notifications to tax offices and institutions. Thanks to KR Group’s professional service, the registration of a company, branch or business in Poland can be carried out efficiently, while at the same time ensuring compliance with all applicable provisions of commercial, tax and corporate law.
By additionally entrusting the maintenance of accounting, HR and payroll services and tax support to KR Group, entrepreneurs can commence operations on the Polish market quickly, without the risk of formal errors and delays, confident that the legal structure is tailored to their needs and business plans.
Company incorporation – KR Group offer
- Comprehensive support for foreign entities in the process of establishing companies, branches and representative offices in Poland.
- Preparation of the corporate documents of the newly created entity.
- Signing of corporate documents on the basis of powers of attorney granted by the client and to the extent resulting from their needs.
- Representation of the Client in the registration process and support in contacts with the relevant public administration offices and courts (e.g. KRS, GUS, tax office, ZUS)
- Support in opening a bank account for the new entity.
FAQ
What are the types of companies in Poland?
When selecting the most advantageous organisational and legal form of business activity in Poland, account must be taken of the differences between the available options. The choice of company always depends on the planned specifics of running the business. In Poland we distinguish:
Capital companies: limited liability company (sp. z o.o.), joint-stock company (S.A.), simple joint-stock company (P.S.A.).
Partnerships: general partnership (sp. jawna), professional partnership (sp. partnerska), limited partnership (sp. komandytowa), limited joint-stock partnership (sp. komandytowo-akcyjna).
What is a branch of a business?
A branch of a foreign business is recommended for entrepreneurs wishing to conduct business activity in Poland exclusively within the scope of the subject of the foreign business’s activity. In practice this means conducting one’s business within a strictly defined scope.
What is a representative office?
A representative office is conducted exclusively within the framework of advertising activity oraz promotional activity of the foreign entrepreneur.
Does KR Group offer the purchase of a limited liability company?
The purchase of a company within a package tailored to your individual needs is a guarantee of security and professionalism. The team of experienced KR Group experts will prepare the purchase agreements and support you in all the necessary formalities. As part of our cooperation you do not need to worry about compiling the company’s documentation, and access to all data will be provided to you in electronic form. Our limited liability companies have:
- all the necessary registrations (KRS/REGON/NIP/VAT);
- paid-up share capital available in the company’s bank account at the moment of acquisition;
- a wide scope of activities and a flexible articles of association.
The purchase of a joint-stock company is a more complex process than the purchase of a limited liability company, but thanks to our experience we can guide you through all the procedures. We also offer tax advisory services, which will help optimise the tax structure of the acquired entity in accordance with applicable regulations. Thanks to its comprehensive approach to the purchase of a ready-made company, KR Group ensures a smooth takeover of the entity and an efficient commencement of operations without the risk of formal delays and legal-tax uncertainty.
The purchase of a ready-made limited liability company is the simplest way to start a business in Poland, particularly for foreign investors and those who value their time. At every stage of the transaction KR Group provides substantive legal and tax support, ensuring that the purchase of the company proceeds efficiently, safely and with full account taken of the investor’s individual business objectives.
Purchase of a company – who is it for?
For many people planning to run their own business in Poland, setting up a limited liability company is associated with countless formalities and the need to engage in lengthy processes. Few entrepreneurs are aware of the existence of a real alternative to protracted legal and banking procedures. At KR Group we have been supporting clients for years in the purchase of limited liability companies and starting their own business. Within the available packages we offer support tailored to the individual needs of the future company owners.
In exceptional circumstances we propose the purchase of a ready-made company. Working with KR Group, the Client does not need to worry about legal formalities. The purchase of a limited partnership may be of particular interest to those seeking advantageous tax solutions while at the same time limiting the liability of some of the partners.
Does KR Group assist with company incorporation in the CEE region?
Yes, KR Group supports entrepreneurs not only in establishing companies, branches and businesses in Poland, but also throughout the CEE region (Central and Eastern Europe). Our experience enables efficient management of registration processes, preparation of the necessary documentation and ensuring full compliance with local commercial and tax law in Romania, the Czech Republic, Slovakia and Hungary.
Does KR Group support the closure or sale of a company in Poland?
Yes, we support entrepreneurs in the closure of companies, liquidation of branches and the sale of business entities in Poland. Our specialists provide comprehensive handling of the entire process, from the preparation of the necessary documentation, through notifications to the National Court Register (KRS) and offices, to the finalisation of the sale transaction.
Which form of operation is more advantageous – a company or a branch?
The decision whether to choose a company in Poland or a company branch, depends primarily on individual business needs and the company’s development strategy. A company provides greater legal and financial independence, facilitates the acquisition of partners and gives the opportunity to develop one’s own brand. Whereas a branch allows for faster entry onto the Polish market, using the existing structure of the foreign business.
