- Business in Poland -

Overtime Work under the Labour Code – Scope, Limitations, and Compensation

Overtime work under Article 151 §1 of the Polish Labour Code refers to work exceeding the employee’s daily or average weekly working time, based on the applicable working time system and schedule.

Commercial Power of Attorney

Commercial Power of Attorney (power of procuration) is a special authorization granted only by entrepreneurs registered in the National Court Register (KRS) or CEIDG.

Simple joint-stock company

The simple joint-stock company (PSA) is a new, flexible capital company in Polish law, created mainly for innovative ventures and start-ups.

A professional partnership is a special type of personal partnership designed for liberal professions, offering limited liability for partners by shielding them from responsibility for the professional actions of others.

Alternative ways of establishing an employment relationship – beyond the classic employment contract

Although the employment contract remains the most commonly used basis for establishing an employment relationship in the general perception, the Polish labor law system also provides other, less popular ways of establishing an employment relationship.

Chamber of Commerce

Chambers of Commerce are voluntary, self-governing, non-profit organizations established to represent the interests of entrepreneurs, support business activities, and shape economic policy in accordance with applicable laws.

Company name and business name – key identifiers in business activity

Running a business involves the need to properly identify the entrepreneur. Two key terms in this context are the company name and the business name.

Limited liability company

A limited liability company (abbreviated as LLC) is the most commonly chosen legal form for conducting business activity in Poland, as confirmed by commercial practice.

Central Register and Information on Business Activity (CEIDG)

The Central Register and Information on Business Activity (CEIDG) is an important part of the legal system that regulates business activity in Poland.

Family foundation

A family foundation is a legal entity that allows for the long-term management of family assets, ensuring the continuity of family business and protecting the interests of the family across generations.

The legal and organizational nature of the Employee Handbook and the Rules of Remuneration in the workplace

The employee handbook is an internal normative document that sets out general rights and obligations of both the employer and employees regarding the organization and discipline of work.

Branch and Representative Office of a foreign entrepreneur in Poland

Foreign entrepreneurs can operate in Poland through a branch or a representative office—but each form comes with specific legal requirements and limitations. This guide explains who can establish these entities, what activities they may perform, and what obligations they entail.

- Business in Poland -

Overtime Work under the Labour Code – Scope, Limitations, and Compensation

Commercial Power of Attorney

Simple joint-stock company

Professional partnership

Alternative ways of establishing an employment relationship – beyond the classic employment contract

Chamber of Commerce

Company name and business name – key identifiers in business activity

Limited liability company

Central Register and Information on Business Activity (CEIDG)

Family foundation

The legal and organizational nature of the Employee Handbook and the Rules of Remuneration in the workplace

Branch and Representative Office of a foreign entrepreneur in Poland

The Role and Significance of the Constitution in a Democratic State

National Court Register (Krajowy Rejestr Sądowy)

The Tax Identification Number (NIP)

Alternative Dispute resolutions

Labor Laws

The Legal System of Poland