It's difficult to do business in Poland. We're high in the infamous rankings

Our country ranks sixth in Europe and 19th globally among the most difficult countries to do business in, reports today's "Puls Biznesu." Poland's position improved slightly in the latest edition of the TMF Global Business Complexity Index 2026, but we're still far from the best.more

In recent years, Poles have become more physically active, but at the same time, their self-assessments of their physical fitness have deteriorated, according to data published yesterday by the Central Statistical Office (GUS).more

This year, 49% of Poles will go on vacation in spring or early summer, before the season begins, according to the "Poles' Own Wallet: Spending Season" study. Most often, such decisions are dictated by lower prices than during the peak summer season.more

The Ministry of Interior and Administration is preparing a package of legislative changes that will ensure that Polish passports are granted to individuals with genuine ties to our culture and state. The ministry assured that intensive work is underway on a new model for granting citizenship.more

The tax office in Poland has received reports of online transactions and is issuing summonses. It's looking for those operating illegally. Those selling old clothes or books needn't worry, reports "Rzeczpospolita."more

The uncertain geopolitical situation and rising costs of long-distance travel are driving tourist traffic to Poland. Reservations are growing at a double-digit rate, reports "Puls Biznesu."more

Traveling abroad doesn't guarantee the same earnings as a decade ago. Rising wages in Poland have made it profitable mainly for professionals and residents of poorer regions, writes Friday's "Rzeczpospolita."more

The shortage of bus drivers is becoming increasingly acute. This could raise ticket prices, threaten the survival of businesses, and, in the long run, cause many people to lose easy access to a doctor or a job, according to today's Gazeta Wyborcza.more

Autonomous taxis could appear on Polish streets this year. Industry companies are preparing the first tests, hoping for a regulatory breakthrough and the rapid development of this new market, reports today in "Rzeczpospolita."more

The SAFE loan agreement for Poland has been approved by the European Commission as the first and is ready for signature. It is scheduled to be signed on Friday in Warsaw. Following President Karol Nawrocki's veto of the initial bill, the government decided to grant the loan to Bank Gospodarstwa Krajowego (BGK), with the funds transferred to the army through the Armed Forces Support Fund.more

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has summarized the economic and social effects of Poland's membership in the European Union. This summary clearly demonstrates that Poland has achieved economic success in the EU, and that taking advantage of the opportunities provided by its membership is the most important factor in this success.more

Nursing is among the top 10 degree programmes whose graduates received the highest salaries, according to the nationwide Economic Outcomes of Graduates (ELA) monitoring system. A nurse could earn nearly 13,000 PLN a year after graduating, whilst IT specialists earned around 14,000 PLN.more

As of January 1, 2025, individuals who turn 100 are entitled to a one-time honorary benefit. This benefit is available to all centenarian Polish citizens, regardless of their place of residence.more

On May 1st, Labor Day, Poles plan to relax at home or have a barbecue, according to a Pracuj.pl survey. Four percent of respondents plan to work.more

The majority of Poles, 55%, increase their envelope amounts when attending a wedding or First Communion, according to a study by Santander Consumer Bank. It added that 38% of those who did so wanted to compensate for the higher costs of the ceremony.more

Since the beginning of the year, the Border Guard has refused entry to Poland to 7,000 foreigners, according to the Ministry of Interior and Administration. The ministry noted that this represents a 20 percent increase compared to the same period in 2024, when there were 5,700 such refusals.more

Contrary to the popular narrative about empty offices, employees have by no means turned their backs on them, according to the latest Coworking 2026 Report, published in April by Brain Embassy. According to the authors of the report, as many as 8 out of 10 respondents still work from the office five days a week. However, this does not mean that every office is fulfilling its purpose today. more

Employment data, coupled with weakened activity of employers seeking workers, will mean increasing competition for positions and longer job search times, PZU economists assessed.more

Positive attitudes among Poles toward working Ukrainians and Belarusians are growing, noted labor market expert Krzysztof Inglot. He added that the fear mongering often used hasn't materialized, as most Poles aren't afraid of being forced out of the labor market by foreign workers.more

PKP Intercity has announced that during the summer holidays, a Pendolino train will run from Bielsko-Biała to Ustka, and a ‘Słoneczny’ train operated by Koleje Mazowieckie will run from Warsaw.more

They do not wait for a host, but run towards it. This is how Hyalomma ticks, which are found in Poland, behave, according to Prof. Anna Bajer. She added that the most dangerous virus, the Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever virus, has not yet been detected in them.more

Between January and October 2025, the number of economically active older people rose by 4 per cent, according to a report by PIE. The Institute believes that the growing proportion of pensioners in the Polish labour market is due, among other things, to demographic changes.more

On the last day of October 2025, there were 1,139,400 foreign nationals working in Poland, which is 7.1 per cent more than in the same month in 2024, according to figures released yesterday by the Central Statistical Office (GUS).more

According to the survey, 53 per cent of Poles have returned packaging under the deposit-refund scheme at least once. At the same time, the survey found that 65 per cent of respondents understand how the deposit-refund scheme works.more

Air quality in Poland has been deteriorating for the second consecutive year, according to the latest IQAir report and data from the Chief Inspectorate of Environmental Protection. Experts point to a slowdown in previous improvements and emphasize the need to implement new, more comprehensive anti-smog measures.more

In mid-April, the frigate ‘Dar Mlodziezy’ will set sail for the United States, where it will take part in the celebrations marking the 250th anniversary of US independence. It is possible that this will be one of the last long-distance voyages for the 45-year-old training vessel of the Gdynia Maritime University, which is due to be replaced by a new ship.more

Poznań-Ławica Airport will implement a "core night" policy, limiting air traffic to a minimum between 1 a.m. and 5 a.m. This "night silence" is intended to increase the comfort of residents living near the airport while also enabling the efficient and safe operation of air traffic.more

Krakow offers the highest pay for medium-sized and large companies in the country. However, Warsaw remains the leader in overall earnings, regardless of company size, according to Thursday's Rzeczpospolita newspaper, citing Central Statistical Office data.more