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Removal of duties and euro integration processes allow Ukrainian entrepreneurs to enter the European market. Ukraine got the opportunity to declare itself as a country that not only knows how to carry out revolutions, export cheap labor, but also has interesting business ideas, wonderful managers, successful entrepreneurs and high-quality goods.

These tips may come in handy for Ukrainian businessmen looking to discover the Polish market.

Remember the difference between the Polish and Ukrainian markets

These two markets are different. The main reason is that Poland started building a market economy earlier. We are still catching up with capitalist relations. The market in this country is more saturated; corporations compete aggressively for the consumer. In Ukraine, from the point of view of competition, it is more free. If you have an idea, then breaking through all the thorns of bureaucracy and other obstacles, you can implement it. In my opinion, Ukraine is a very promising market. Despite even the events that are now taking place. You just need to feel it and then you can achieve great success. If we look at and bet on Poland, then we must remember that one of its main characteristics is great competition. In the Polish restaurant business, the main place is occupied by McDonald’s, KFC, Subway.

Our people love McDonald’s too, but there is not as much dominance of these international brands that, in the end, clean up the market and destroy local entrepreneurs. Also in Poland, the consumer surprised me with his rationality, which often borders on stinginess.

Conquer with uniqueness and innovation

This is rare in Poland. A simple example: I sit in and wonder if they have some kind of their own liqueur, their own compote or something else. No, they have Coca-Cola, juice in a glass jar, Zubrоwka vodka - all branded, factory-made. And I want to try something of them - unique, national.

I always try to order a zurek (traditional Polish soup - ed.) There, but in reality a good homemade one rarely happens. Mostly it is very technological and cheap: sausage, sausage, egg, dressing - all of this is not very tasty. In our country, on the contrary, people are constantly regenerating ideas, coming up with tinctures - sunichivka, crap, mead. In my opinion, the Poles lack this soulful business, the emotions that we have. Ukrainian has a soul, hospitality, they know how to create wow-effects of emotionality, and this is just how you can work and achieve success.

In Poland, there are less risks in doing business and less earnings

Entrepreneurs who want to do business in Poland need to understand that there are fewer risks, but there are also fewer relative earnings. In Ukraine, exactly the opposite: big earnings, but also big risks. There you go to the category when everything is clear to you, all procedures are transparent. But, on the other hand, there is a lot of competition, and it will always give less money.

Professionals for not too much money will open a turnkey company. Your key competence as a businessman is to do business, figure out what to do and with whom to compete. And such things as accounting, lawyers, architects - you hire professionals in the local market, pay them money and do not waste time on it. Put these costs in your investment budget and have a quality product and quality service. These things will not bring much added value, it is brought by a creative idea, brought to life.

You submit your reports on time, pay taxes - you don't know and don't see the tax inspector

Taxes in Poland are not less than ours: taxes on wages, taxes on profits - they are all there, they are not small, but if you pay them, submit reports on time, then there are no problems. In Poland, you may not even know who your tax inspector is. You just don’t see him and don’t know - it’s high. There is also a good story with VAT. For example, you spent a million zlotys on an object, your VAT was 200,000 and they are actually returned to you. You don't have to go, ask, decide - just look at what you spent this money, check if there is confirmation and that's it. In Ukraine, I hope, it will be this way too.

Legalize the work of Ukrainian workers

Take locals and Ukrainians. Here, too, you need to remember the legal intricacies, because you need a work permit, a residence permit, a residence card, on which you can legally work. These things must be done. Otherwise, there are many different sanctions for illegal employment - they may even be deported.

Starting a business in Poland is more expensive, but not much

In Ukraine, everything is already so expensive that I cannot say: “It's more expensive to open a business in Poland”. Building materials are definitely cheaper there than here - this is due to competition. It is trite, but there is IKEA, which is still not in Ukraine. I think so myself that the new government needs to make a national project - to bring IKEA to the Ukrainian market.

You drive into this hypermarket and leave with everything you need. Renting premises is quite expensive - somewhere on the level of Ukraine. Builders are more expensive, but they work according to plan, everything is predictable.

Take and do

I will advise this: if there are some interesting interesting ideas, then you need to take and do. Do your homework, prepare for business professionally, be purposeful and go all the way. Do not give up, although there will be many obstacles, holes, ditches that must be passed, but you cannot give up.

Learn

In fact, you need to learn, education is your capital, which in life no one will ever take away from you. There may be different situations in the country, in the world, in something else, but what you have learned is yours. If you can take advantage of this, then you will become a successful person.

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Opening a business in Poland will not be difficult, and from a legislative point of view, there are few restrictions. But not every business will appeal to Poles. How to start a commercially successful business, this article will tell.

Is it profitable to open a business in Poland?

Despite the fact that the country welcomes foreign entrepreneurs with open arms, not every business in Poland will bring real profits. Given the specifics of this country, it is better to say no right away to areas such as:

Retail. Firstly, Poles are well-known conservatives and tend to opt for places and manufacturers that have been proven over the years. Secondly, the strongest competition: there are plenty of chains in Poland, and just large stores of various products, and opening something like that will require too many investments of a very different nature.
Building. Poles generally give preference to companies with many years of experience and good reviews, especially when it comes to construction, because they need confidence in the durability of the results of the purchased services. They are unlikely to trust the newly opened company.
Sphere of entertainment. As a rule, such a business is seasonal, which means making a profit not on a permanent basis, but several times a year (at best).

However, there is also a niche of fairly profitable types of business, the risks of opening which are minimal:

Grocery stores. While retail is not a lucrative business in Poland, middle-class grocery and / or alcohol stores located in residential areas can be quite profitable.
Shops of the "Second-hand" type. Many people note that the goods in stock stores in Poland are worse than in similar stores in Russia. The reason for this is unknown, but the demand for used clothing in Poland is quite high.
Fast food restaurants. Opening a catering, for example, national cuisine, is a good idea.
Provision of services. In Poland, a business for the provision of services is always in demand: training, cleaning and so on - all this can find its buyer.

Advantages and disadvantages

Among advantages opening a business in Poland includes the following provisions:

Poland carefully documented and recorded all the processes of doing business by a foreigner;
to start a business in Poland, you will need significantly less funds than, perhaps, for any other state in the European Union;
the funds of the authorized fund can always be converted into assets;
opening a business (in particular, registering a company) provides a legal basis for temporary residence (residence permit) in Poland not only for the founder, but also for the closest members of his family;
polish banks are famous for their stability and reliability, there are no restrictions on conducting transactions in foreign currencies;
well-developed infrastructure allows you to quickly and efficiently organize a business;
tax rates are low;
VAT is refunded in cases of overpayment and export;
european market;
favorable geographic location of the state;
labor in Poland is cheaper than in other countries of the European Union, while the quality is at the same level;
the social state package provided to foreign entrepreneurs is comparable in terms of benefits to the package for citizens;
the possibility of purchasing a car and registering it with a company;
Poland has no territorial restrictions for business - you can work all over the country;
in Poland, real estate prices are quite low, which is also important.

Poland is a stable state, and all risks can be known in advance. The main thing is to analyze the market well in order to avoid surprises.

However, a number disadvantages opening a business in Poland is also available:

it is not known what changes can be made to the policy regarding foreign business;
a business creator is forced to pay taxes twice: both tax on and tax on dividends;
given that the business will be located in Poland, and the founder will be in Russia, feedback from the accounting department, bank, suppliers, and so on will take a long time.

Forms of entrepreneurship

The following forms are common in Poland:

an unlimited partnership is a type of business in which all partners bear full joint responsibility both with their invested capital and with their own property;
limited company - an organization created for the purpose of making a profit, in which there are two categories of partners: general comrades and limited partners;
- an organization founded by one or more participants who bear material responsibility only with their capital;
joint-stock company - a form of entrepreneurship in which the entire authorized capital is divided as a percentage into a certain number of shares;
subsidiaries of foreign firms - an organization created by another organization (founder) by transferring part of its funds to it;
branch - an independent subordinate branch of a company;
representation - an organization representing the interests of other persons;
individual entrepreneur - an individual who solely manages a business and bears responsibility.

Business specifics and limitations

All forms of entrepreneurship in Poland can be conducted by:

persons who have received a residence permit;
foreigners from countries that are members of the European Union and the European Free Trade Association;
refugees;
persons under protection on the territory of the country.

Any other foreigners can conduct entrepreneurial activities in the following forms:

limited liability company;
joint-stock company;
limited society.

A person from 18 years of age can start a business with a passport valid for at least 18 months. A certificate of no criminal record is also a necessary element for starting a business in Poland.

A limited liability company can conduct almost any type of activity in this country, except:

central banking system;
life insurance;
other personal and property insurance;
reinsurance;
pension funds;
management of financial markets.

The main type of activity in Poland can be specified only one, but related - up to nine.

A lot of attention is paid to treaties: if in Russia a combination of bureaucratic and production processes is possible, in Poland it is impossible: until every comma and period is checked and agreed upon, no one will undertake anything.

Difficulties and risks

The first thing an entrepreneur from the Russian Federation may face, who has decided to open his own business in Poland, is a conservative European consumer spoiled by choice and assortment. The difficulty lies in the fact that it is rather difficult to surprise and impress such people, therefore, if no exclusive is offered, or the entrepreneur does not gain trust, he can go bankrupt at any time.

In addition, many entrepreneurs have come to the conclusion that sometimes it would be easier, more affordable and more profitable to think about. Original production and sales do not always justify themselves in the country in question.

In addition, there are also barriers to starting a business in Poland. Including:

legal barriers - it is difficult to study the legislation of a completely different state from scratch;
customs barriers - there are restrictions on the import and export of things outside Poland, and this should also be taken into account;
lack of knowledge on sales channels - without spending a lot of time in the country, it is impossible to reliably find out what will be profitable to sell and to whom (what services to provide, at what price, and so on);
saturation of the market with goods from Western Europe - great competition with goods and services of European quality.

Business registration, required documents and cost

Business registration in Poland does not require much time and money compared to other European countries: the procedure rarely takes more than one month in duration.

To open your business in Poland, you will need the following procedures and documents (relevant for opening a company with any form of entrepreneurship):

Formation of the authorized capital. The minimum amount of the authorized capital is 1,200 euros, and the contribution of any founder must be at least 15. There are no limits in the authorized capital, the amount of taxes and further registration fees will depend on it in the future.
Visit to a notary. Meeting of founders and notarization of the fact of foundation of the company (similar for sole proprietorship). Filling out the agreement of founders, confirmation of the contribution of finance to the authorized capital, certification of the signatures of managers. It will cost 100 euros with a minimum authorized capital.

Please note that prices are approximate and may vary depending on region and other factors.

Registration in the State Register of Judgments. Documents certified by a notary at the previous stage, as well as a corresponding application are submitted to the State Register. As a result of registration, this fact will be published in the "Judicial and Economic Bulletin", including the company will receive a statistical unique identifier of the legal entity - REGON. The cost is 350 euros.
Tax. An application for registration is submitted to the local tax authority. The application must be accompanied by a receipt for payment of the state fee. As a result, the firm receives a NIP, tax identification number. 40 euros for services.
Registration with state social insurance authorities. It is necessary to attach the application for registration of a new payer received at the previous stage.

Taxation

There are two main types of tax in Poland: income tax and value added tax.

Income tax happens for individuals and organizations. Respectively:

Corporate income tax in Poland is 19%. Relevant for entrepreneurs with a legal address or registered in the country. Firms whose main activity is agriculture and forestry are exempt from income taxes.
Income tax for individuals Applicable to natural persons-entrepreneurs only if the entrepreneur's annual income does not exceed 735 euros. With an annual income not exceeding € 20,340, the rate is 18%. Above - 32%.

Polish value added tax includes several rates that depend on the types of goods and services:

23% - base tax rate;
8% - services, pharmacology, etc .;
5% - mainly food, etc .;
0% - goods obtained as a result of export, socially necessary services, etc.

There are other taxescommon in Poland:

Dividend tax. Refers to legal entities and individuals that are founders. It is 20%, however, in case of double taxation cancellation, it can be equal to 5-15%.
Real estate tax. The rate is indicated by the local communities.
Excise tax. Included in the price of goods and services, the consumer pays for it at the time of purchase. Refers to the following types of products: cars, tobacco, alcohol and so on.

Poland is an excellent choice of a country where you can open a business outside the Russian Federation: many opportunities, European quality, an excellent sales market, and at the same time very low prices to start. There are also disadvantages, but the benefits far outweigh them.

Recently, more and more Russians and Ukrainians are thinking about opening their own business in the vastness of the European Union. The EU is famous for its economic stability and very good business development prospects. Among many, people often prefer Poland. Poland is a country that in just 16 years was able to become the 16th republic in the ranking of the most developed economies in the world.

Both residents of this country and citizens of other states can open a company in Poland. A foreign resident can register an enterprise with such legal regulations as:

Individual entrepreneur "Jednoosobowa działalność gospodarcza".
An entrepreneurial community based on the "Spółka cywilna" civil contract.

To open a company in Poland, foreign citizens will need to collect the necessary package of papers and go through several simple procedures for registering a company. But it is worth remembering that there are some requirements for a potential businessman from Poland.

The main requirements are:

Foreigner's legal age.
Availability of a foreign passport. The main requirement for a document is its validity period. The document must be valid for the first 1.5 years from the date of submission of papers for the registration of a company in Poland.
Experience in doing business in the vastness of his native state.

Where to begin

Initially, a person who wants to open his own company in Poland should analyze the Polish market. It is necessary to study supply and demand, because the main task of a working business is to make a profit, so you should not take risks and open a company in Poland in a little-known field of activity. If you do not carefully analyze the market, then the likelihood that the company will become unprofitable and go bankrupt is very high.

As practice shows, novice businessmen should not open large companies. Starting your own business needs something small. In other words, it's worth starting a small business. Enterprises engaged in the service sector (small cafes, hostels, mini-hotels) are very inexpensive in terms of opening, but quite profitable.

After a foreigner has decided on the field of activity of his organization, he should choose a form of responsibility (legal form of doing business). It should be noted that the procedure for registering a private enterprise and a society is different.

Registration under the PE form

The main legislative provisions regarding the creation of an individual entrepreneur in Poland are spelled out in the legislative act "On freedom of economic activity" dated 02.07.2014.

This legislative act states that a foreign citizen who meets at least one of the following requirements can become an individual entrepreneur:

Pole's card.
The presence of permanent residence in the Polish state.
Availability of a document confirming the right of residence of a long-term resident of the European Union.
Being legally married to a Polish citizen. It should be borne in mind that if a couple lives outside the Polish state, then the foreign resident no longer has the right to become a private entrepreneur.
Residence permit. But in the case of a residence permit, it is worth considering: under what conditions this permit was issued. If a foreigner received it on the basis of marriage or family reunification, then he has the right to become an individual entrepreneur.

Registration process

To open a company in the Republic of Poland, a foreign national must contact the Center for Accounting and Information on Economic Activity. In this country, this organization is called "Centralnej Ewidencjii Informacji o Działalności Gospodarcze" j. This organization will need to complete the CEIDG 1 registration application.

This is how the completed CEIDG 1 application looks like

When filling out an application, the foreign applicant simultaneously applies for a tax number (NIP). And also in the application the application for the issuance of registration numbers (Regon) is prescribed.

After completing the application, a foreign national should contact the city or district administration (Urząd gminy lub miasta) and register it. If a person does not have the opportunity to visit the administration in person, then he can register an application on the portal https://epuap.gov.pl/wps/portal/strefa-klienta.

If a potential businessman opens a company in Poland, which is obliged to pay VAT tax, then he will additionally need to visit the tax office and fill out an application using the VATR form.

Opening a company with a Pole card or residence permit

Then the company must be registered. To register, you should visit the State Court Register.

Registration with this body costs PLN 500. In addition, you will need to pay 100 zlotys for the publication of an article in the newsletter of the board.

Employees of the organization themselves submit applications for various numbers to government services. After receiving the numbers (TIN and number in the Register), the company can begin its labor activity.

On average, registration of an organization takes from 3 to 14 days.

How to get a visa

A foreign citizen who has opened an LLC in Poland is entitled to.

To obtain this type of permit, it is worth contacting the diplomatic mission of Poland and submitting a package of papers, consisting of:

An invitation from a company created by the applicant.
Application form.
Two photos.
Original and photocopy of your foreign passport.
Photocopy of the internal passport.
Medical insurance.

How to get a Residence Card

The main condition for obtaining the right to stay (karta stałego pobytu) is the presence of a company in Poland and the provision of jobs for Poles.

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Conditions for receiving the card:

Employment of at least two Poles full time. It is very important that Poles are employed not for a specific period of time, but for an unlimited period.
Annual profit is over 13 thousand euros.

It is worth noting that the owner of the LLC may not hire workers for his company. But in this case, he will be able to stay in Poland on a national visa for no longer than 6 months. If the owner does not hire employees, then he is obliged to obtain a work visa for a year.

The owner has the right to employ in Poland not only residents of Poland, but also citizens of other republics (Russians, Belarusians, Moldovans, Ukrainians, etc.). But if a foreign citizen will work in the company, then he will need to issue a work permit.

The Polish republic is very well located in the central part of Europe. Industry and agriculture are well developed in the country. There is access to the sea. The minimum wage is more than 520 euros per month, the employment rate of the population is at least 94%. And comparatively low taxes for businessmen make it possible to conduct a successful business in Poland.

The Republic of Poland is a country of the European Union. Therefore, the general principles of doing business are similar to other EU countries. The state does not interfere too much in the work of entrepreneurs, if they do not violate the laws. And the local economy feels stable even during the crisis years.

Many Belarusians, Ukrainians, Russians and other citizens of the CIS who are successfully engaged in entrepreneurship live in the country. Some private entrepreneurs (PE) are assisted by the state.

What is business immigration

If you decide to start a business in Poland, it is better to first come to the country for exploration on a regular tourist visa. Look around, get acquainted with local customs. Study potential customers. It is possible to find future partners, choose the location of the future company, store, office or workshop.

It is important to have a clear idea of \u200b\u200bwhat the new venture will look like. And you can register a company without a residence permit.

What is a business visa

A migrant card that is issued to merchants from other countries is called a business visa. It allows you to engage only in entrepreneurial activity in the country - you cannot study at universities or work for hire. You can get such a card at the diplomatic mission of the state. This is done after the opening of the company.

You will need one of the evidence of business activity:

Certificate of registration in the National Court Register;
Partnership agreement, if the applicant opens a joint business or wants to invest in an existing one;
A receipt confirming that the organization has paid tax payments to the Polish budget.

In addition, they will be asked to collect the usual package of papers:

Application form (the form will be issued by the embassy staff);
International passport, citizen identity card;
Photo - 2 pcs.;
A document from the bank on the existence of an account;
A copy of the work book (with the seal and signature of a notary);
Medical insurance.

If the documents are in order, then in 6-10 days the business visa will be ready. In exceptional cases, the process will take up to 30 days. Validity period - 12 months.

What type of business is profitable to open in Poland

The choice of direction depends on the amount of available capital and self-confidence. Most visitors from Russia, Belarus and Ukraine start out with small businesses.

If there is a financial opportunity, it is recommended to try to find a ready-made project related to a medium-sized business that is being sold or for which an investor is required. The main thing is to determine that the business is promising and will not become unprofitable in the near future.

Conditions of immigration to Poland for entrepreneurs

Any foreigner can come to the country and do business, provided that:

He is an adult;
Has not been in jail and has no criminal record;
There are no diseases dangerous to others.

Choosing the required visa, conditions for obtaining

First, you should use a regular Schengen visa. And after opening a company, initiate the process of obtaining a business visa.

The sequence of obtaining migration cards is as follows:

Business card;
Residence permit - a simple residence permit;
Permanent residence - permanent residence permit;
Passport of a citizen of Poland.

Some visiting merchants are content with business cards and do not apply for a residence permit.

Conditions for obtaining a residence permit, permanent residence, citizenship

The residence permit will be issued subject to the following points:

The applicant's firm employs at least two people who have the right to do so;
The company generates real income for at least a year.

The term of issue is up to three years. Permanent residence can be obtained after 5 years of residence with a regular residence permit. And citizenship - in 10 years. Terms may decrease, depending on the success of the merchant.

Buying a ready-made business and starting from scratch

Finding working businesses that sell their current owners should be searched for on themed sites. It is recommended to involve lawyers familiar with this topic. This will avoid fraudsters.

The transfer agreement must also be signed in the presence of intermediaries. After that, you will have to re-register the enterprise in your name. This will save time as it takes much longer to set up a new firm.

The creation of a commercial project begins with the development of the name, logo (if necessary), and so on.

Both an individual and a legal entity can register an organization. There are 2 ways:

Through an online service - the shortest route (3 days);
Through a notary's office - takes up to four weeks.

The difference is that a standard memorandum of association is formed via the Internet, and a lawyer will prepare an extended one. You will need to stand in lines at the offices, independently obtaining most of the certificates.

You will also have to:

Open an account with a local bank;
Register numbers: tax and insurance;
Contribute the authorized capital.

What do Russian-speaking entrepreneurs most often do?

Some of the most common solutions for businessmen from Russia and the CIS countries are small objects - stalls or shops selling food, alcohol and fast food. If a merchant decides to sell some of his own products or repair something, he will have to rent a workshop. The location of the facility is of utmost importance.

General examples of profitability, prices are in PLN for 1 month (PLN is the local currency):

Cafe (fast food). A pizzeria in the center of Warsaw brings in about 15 thousand;
Capital beauty salon - around 12-13;
Bakery - 10-11 thousand;
Shop selling alcohol. Profit - more than 15 thousand.

It should be noted that people will enter cafes and beauty salons, despite the abundance of such establishments. It is important to guess with the location and the range of goods and services.

When opening a shop with strong drinks, it is important to take into account that a shop of this type operating 24 hours gives a profit of 20% more than a regular one.

The demand is guaranteed all year round. But there are limitations:

By location: you need to look for a place away from churches, childcare facilities and playgrounds;
A license is required for this type of activity.

One of the advantages of activities related to the sale of baked goods, food and alcohol is that it does not require qualified personnel. And in the salon you will have to look for specialized masters.

Business ideas with minimal investment

With practically no funds, you can:

Organize a private kindergarten (2-4 children);
Offer tutoring services;
Conduct city tours;
Create and sell products of our own production (souvenirs, toys);
Engage in an IT service (website development, web design, programming).

Real examples

Marina is an entrepreneur from Minsk.

“We came to Warsaw in 2003. My husband was able to find a job by taxi, and I decided to try to open a small cafe near the city center. I had a similar experience in Belarus, so I was ready for long battles with officials. However, the most difficult thing was finding a good room. The employees of the registration authorities helped a lot with advice, they were especially impressed that I speak Polish well. The cafe worked for three years, and during this time there was not a single check in the institution. We sent declarations to the tax office and that's it. "

Legal nuances

Local non-governmental organizations are governed by the KSH - the Code of Commercial Companies.

An entrepreneur can register an individual entrepreneur or a legal entity. The rules of the enterprise will depend on this.

If the organization is large, then you should choose the form of a joint stock company or partnership (if there are partners).

Business registration

More than 80% of Polish companies exist in the form of an LLC. If a businessman does not have Polish citizenship, permanent residence and is not a resident of the EU, then the company will have to register through intermediaries (lawyers).

Registration sequence:

The choice of the field of activity. You can choose one main and up to 9 additional;
Creation of authorized capital - from PLN 5,000;
Fixing the creation of a company with a notary, signing the agreement of the founders;
Registration in the State Register;
Getting "Regon" - legal entity identifier;
Registration in the tax commission;
Registration with the ZUS (social insurance department) is only necessary if the company employs employees. If there is only one merchant, then it is not required;
Receiving a seal.

Reference. Online registration is carried out at http://ems.ms.gov.pl.

Taxation

The tax rate is progressive. It all depends on the type of activity, income level:

Income tax (individuals / legal entities) - 19% or higher;
VAT - 0%, 5%, 8%, 23%. How much to pay - depends on the group of goods;
For dividends - 19%.

The tax authorities are trying to ease the burden on entrepreneurs who earn less than 2.5 minimum wages and have reduced their income tax to 600 zlotys.

Other subtleties

It should be borne in mind that goods from Poland can be transported across the EU without any duties. This can be used if you organize a sales / purchase company and make money from distribution.

Business Tips and Common Mistakes

It is not recommended to open non-grocery stores due to the high risk of bankruptcy. There is a lot of competition, and Poles are used to buying things from trusted sellers. At the same time, a small cafe will cost 20-25 thousand euros and will provide a small but stable income.

Ready-made companies should be bought through intermediaries. The main thing is to choose a company with a reputation.

The Polish economy is the eighth largest in the EU. There are difficulties in the country, many indigenous people are forced to work in Western Europe, the unemployment rate is quite high, but nevertheless, if you have entrepreneurial skills, fresh ideas and a well-thought-out plan of action, you can open enterprises here and earn a stable income.

One of the options for moving to Poland is to start your own business. This is not easy from both a financial and legal point of view. Business in Poland can be profitable. However, this will require studying all the nuances of its conduct in the state.

Where to begin

Business immigration to Poland allows a foreigner to move to the country for permanent residence. However, for this you will have to obtain an appropriate permit for entry and stay. The best conditions are enjoyed by citizens of the European Union, since the doors of any state that is part of the EU are open for them.

It is more difficult for migrants from the countries of the former USSR. To carry out activities on the territory of Poland, legalization of the location is required. In addition, for doing business and becoming a profitable company, it is necessary to determine the specific direction of its activities. To do this, you will have to study the market and identify in which area a win-win business is possible.

Business visa processing

A prerequisite for entering the country in order to start your own business is to obtain a special permit. To do this, you will need to prepare a standard package of papers, including documents confirming the presence of a stake in the authorized capital.

You will have to contact the Consulate of Poland. To do this, you should immediately fill out an application and take the required documents. ? It all depends on the duration of the planned stay in the country. The price starts from 35 euros. In addition, additional costs may arise for postage, translation, notarization and other related services.

Preparation of documents

To obtain a permit to enter Poland for the purpose of doing business, you will need to submit a set of documents:

questionnaire;
photographs of 3.5 * 4.5 at least 2 pieces;
international passport;
internal passport;
medical policy;
confirmation of the purpose of entry.

The list of documents is not exhaustive, as in a particular case additional papers may be required.

Processing time and validity

It is difficult to name the final consideration period, as it ranges from 7 to 30 days. That is why it is advisable to submit documents in advance so as not to be late with the visa application. The validity period depends on the purpose of the trip and whether the applicant already had a permit or is receiving it for the first time. The options for the length of stay are different:

30/90 - you can stay in the country for 30 days within 3 months. This type, perhaps, will be received by someone who travels to Poland for the first time;
90/180;
180/360.

If a person has repeatedly visited the state on a business visit and has never violated any rules, he can apply for a permit immediately for 2 years.

How to open a company in Poland

At the initial stage, many questions arise about organizing your own business. To do this, you will have to act in stages: to legalize the company, go through the registration procedures in various instances, and so on. Small business in Poland feels confident enough. There are numerous small outlets that generate income for their owners. Foreign investment in the local economy is welcome here.

Choosing a form of ownership

Depending on the scale of the enterprise being opened, you will need to select an organizational type. If a person works independently or with a small number of employees, open an individual entrepreneur. The enterprise must also have the main type of activity, depending on the classifier adopted in the country. If necessary, you can change the organizational and legal form, but this will require additional costs.

Company registration

All constituent documents are submitted to the State Court Register in order to register the organization. At the time of the application, the founders write a statement and submit certified signatures. As a result of the procedure, information about the company will be published in the "Judicial-Economic Bulletin". Also, the registration of a company in Poland allows you to assign it a unique number.

Choosing a field of activity and company name

One of the key points in organizing a legal entity is to determine the direction of work. Here there is room for the imagination of a businessman. It is impossible to unambiguously indicate the most profitable and, conversely, the failed sphere. The entrepreneur should rely on personal preference and market analysis. You can open a company in Poland in almost any area and with an adequate name. It also makes sense to think about acquiring a franchise of a well-known brand. This will ease the implementation moment and reduce advertising costs.

Certify documents with a notary

It is necessary to sign the constituent documents on which the resolutions of all participants must be. To do this, you will have to come to a notary office and record the fact of opening a company. In addition, the signatures of the founders must be certified. Without this step, the legal entity will not receive a work permit.

Open a bank account

For mutual settlements with counterparties, you will need to contact financial institutions. An account is opened in any bank registered in the country. The choice is made depending on the cost of service and other factors. To open, you will need constituent documents, the presence of a company representative and a statement.

Registration in the CEiDG registry

Registration with regulatory authorities is mandatory, including CEiDG - Central registration and information on business activities This is the register of entrepreneurs - natural persons operating in Poland. It has been running since July 1, 2011 in the teleinformation system created by the country's Ministry of Economy on the basis of the provisions of the law on freedom of economic activity.

Getting a loan

If it is necessary to attract borrowed funds, they often turn to banks. Own business always requires an initial investment. In Poland, getting a loan is easier for those who are citizens of any EU country or those who have. For foreigners of other categories, other conditions, less favorable, apply. However, the final parameters of the loan should be specified individually.

Acquisition of a ready-made business

One of the options for running your own business is buying an existing one. However, such a step is not always justified, especially for a budding entrepreneur. You can buy a business in Poland. But we must understand that ready and profitable hardly anyone wants to sell. This occurs in exceptional cases. In most situations, the likelihood of acquiring a losing one increases. Doing business in the country does not entitle you to a simplified procedure, but after a certain time in the country it is possible to get it. Only for this you will need to go through the entire legalization procedure.

Ideas for starting a business in Poland

As in any other country, some businesses generate more income than others. When considering options, it is necessary to rely on the peculiarities of the mentality, way of life, the fullness of niches, etc. The best ideas for business in Poland can be determined only from experience - predecessors and personal. Let us single out the types of activities in which migrants managed to successfully “spin up” their business in the country.

Fast food outlets

In Poland, franchises of fast food chains are successfully developing, which require certain investments:

Telepizza - from 100 thousand + 10 thousand PLN lump-sum payment;
Biesiadowo - about PLN 40,000;
KOKU Sushi - 70-120 thousand PLN.

The obvious advantage of such a business is the high demand for products, especially if they are of good quality. Accommodation near tourist routes will bring additional income. The main drawback is a serious amount of required financial investments in the form of initial capital.

It is important to take into account the wishes of the target audience and focus on the assortment that Poles and guests of the country choose. If you resort to purchasing a franchise, then the entrepreneur can count on help in choosing premises, inventory, etc.

Pharmacy items

In almost any civilized country, the pharmaceutical business is one of the most profitable. In Poland, emphasis should be placed on well-known names, as they are wary of everything new here. In this case, the franchise of the Polish network will come to the rescue. The cost of a permission to use a well-known brand ranges from 3 to 400 thousand zlotys. Among the most popular:

Apteki Dbam o Zdorowie;
Apteka Bliska.

When opening a point with an unknown name, a lot of time, effort and money will be spent on promotion.

Banking

The main disadvantage of such a choice is its complexity, the need for certain knowledge. In addition, the legislation regulating this area is quite strict, and the amount of initial investment will be considerable. Buying a franchise might be one option. Thanks to her, a foreign citizen will have the right to open a branch of a Polish bank. Among the most popular:

Getin Bank;
Alior bank;
Bank BPH.

Income is received from the turnover of funds, loans issued, etc.

Beauty saloon

Personal care studios are popular in Poland. That is why this type of business brings considerable income and is one of the most often chosen for opening by foreigners. A certain shortage of personnel among the local population in this area is noticeable due to the fact that the work of such a plan is considered not prestigious. That is why a foreigner has a chance to settle down and take his place in a niche.

Language classes

Any type of provision of educational services will be a good source of income for people with the appropriate knowledge and qualifications. Baby development studios, language learning studios are profitable and allow you to work for yourself.

Second hand shops

In the opening of such a business, the decisive role is played by the countries from which the goods are received. If it is the USA, Switzerland, UK, the dot will be popular. A stock or second-hand store is a good option for starting a business.

Laundry or dry cleaning

There is a wide range of services that can be provided for the purpose of making a profit. They will be popular with the population provided the appropriate level is maintained. The following activities are considered in this niche:

laundry;
dry cleaning;
cleaning of premises.

It is important to understand that in the absence of positive feedback and a good name, it will not be possible to exist on the market for a long time. Therefore, you need to select responsible personnel and be responsible for the quality of the services provided.

Summing up

Starting your own business in Poland can be one of the methods of earning money in the country and moving there for permanent residence. The authorities welcome this option if the firm is profitable, since the migrant will pay taxes to the country's budget. The entrepreneur decides on the choice of a niche and a specific line of business individually. It is worth paying attention to certain areas in which it will be easier for a migrant to get used to.

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