How can a skilled worker move to Poland for a job?

For a non-EU professional, the main way to move to Poland for a job is the single permit — the Temporary Residence and Work Permit — which combines residence and work authorisation in one decision by the voivode. You generally need a valid travel document, an employer declaration confirming the job, pay and conditions, pay at or above the applicable minimum for the role, and health insurance with a stable income.

If you are highly qualified and have an offer with a salary above the national threshold, the EU Blue Card may be the stronger option, since it offers easier employer changes and EU mobility over time. Both are decided by the voivode at the urząd wojewódzki.

The single permit ties you to the employer and the conditions in the decision, so changes such as losing your job must be reported. EU/EEA and Swiss citizens, by contrast, do not need a permit at all. ACME can compare your offer against both the single permit and the Blue Card and help coordinate the paperwork with your employer, and we suggest confirming current requirements on the official portals first.