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Investment and commercial law
Foreigner as a shareholder or management board member in a Polish company – what you should know
Poland is one of the most attractive markets in the region for foreign investors, but setting up a company requires careful planning from both a legal and tax perspective. Below, we outline the key points to consider when a foreign national becomes a shareholder or a member of a Polish company's management board.
Wojciech Paryś
Successes
Client victory in dispute with freight forwarder: compensation for incorrect customs classification and interest
Our law firm represented a client in litigation against a professional freight forwarder for erroneous customs declarations and the resulting public-law liabilities. The client sought damages for the interest paid.
Krzysztof Łakomski
Other
DTA Germany–Poland: Avoiding Double Taxation on Investments in Poland
German companies that invest in Poland or set up subsidiaries here benefit from attractive tax rates – provided they avoid double taxation. In this article, we explain how the double tax treaty between Germany and Poland (DTA Germany–Poland) works, how to avoid common pitfalls, and how to make investments tax-efficient.
Magdalena Stefaniak–Odziemska
VAT Compliance
VAT Deregistration for Foreign Companies – When Can the Polish Tax Office Remove You from the Register?
More and more foreign companies are choosing VAT registration in Poland, even if they don’t have a permanent establishment or office in the country. This allows them to sell goods online to the Polish market or use the OSS system for cross-border sales within the EU. However, registering for VAT alone does not guarantee that the Polish tax office will not initiate VAT deregistration. It’s important to know when this can happen and how to avoid potential issues.
Aleksandra Philips
VAT Compliance
KYC Procedure in Banks in Poland - SEO Guide for Foreign Companies with VAT Registration
The KYC (Know Your Customer) procedure is a key requirement for banks in Poland and the EU. For foreign companies registered for VAT in Poland, complying with KYC regulations is essential to open bank accounts, process payments efficiently, and maintain trustworthy business relationships.
Aleksandra Philips
VAT Compliance
VAT in Poland - Obligations, Registration and How to Avoid Mistakes
Anyone conducting business activities in Poland must familiarize themselves with VAT in Poland (Polish: Podatek od towarów i usług, abbreviated as VAT). Whether foreign companies supply goods to Poland, provide services, or operate a permanent establishment, correct VAT registration and ongoing VAT compliance are essential to avoid legal and financial risks.
Aleksandra Philips
Investments in renewable energies
Sale of Renewable Energy (RES) Projects in Poland – How Transactions Are Typically Structured
In Poland, RES project sales typically involve transferring a “project package” — land rights, key permits/administrative decisions and development documentation — rather than a finished power plant. Below we explain, in a practical way, how these deals are usually structured and what to focus on to keep the process safe, predictable and efficient.
Dr. Małgorzata Stępień
Transfer pricing
TP adjustment – transfer pricing adjustment in capital groups
Learn about the importance of TP adjustment and transfer pricing documentation in capital groups. Find out how correct transfer pricing adjustment protects against tax risk and tax audits.
Magdalena Stefaniak–Odziemska
Labour law and HR
Polish Draft Act on Pay Transparency — What We Know Today and Its Implications for Employers
The Polish government has published a draft act implementing EU Directive 2023/970, aimed at effectively strengthening the principle of equal pay through pay transparency, objective job evaluation, and pay gap reporting in companies with 100+ employees. Discover the key obligations and practical steps you can take now to prepare your organization safely ahead of the 7 June 2026 deadline.
Paula Staszak-Urbańska, Karolina Barałkiewicz-Sokal
Company law, company formation, restructuring
How much does it really cost to set up a limited liability company in Poland? – A detailed analysis of costs and time
Starting a business in Poland is a topic that attracts considerable interest among both Polish and foreign entrepreneurs. One of the most popular and frequently chosen legal forms is a limited liability company (sp. z o.o.). Below, we present a detailed summary of the costs and time involved in registering such a company.
Krzysztof Łakomski