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Publication date: 17.03.2025
My name is Valentyn Anatoliyovych Shuldyk, and I am a consultant based in Lublin, Poland. I specialize in processing documents for employment abroad, such as A1 and EKUZ, as well as providing supplementary services for businesses that hire employees for international work. I speak Ukrainian, Russian, and Polish, which allows me to work effectively with clients from different nationalities. I have over two years of experience in accounting, personnel records management, and vehicle registration in Poland, providing professional assistance to both entrepreneurs and individuals. My approach is characterized by speed, reliability, and a personalized approach to each client, ensuring excellent results in document processing and personnel-related matters. Personal slogan: Accounting, HR, vehicle registration in Poland – fast, reliable, professional!
A1 Document Processing in Poland
Alexander, 35 years old, the owner of an IT company in Poland, contacted me for help in obtaining an A1 document for his employees. This document allows his employees to work in other EU countries without paying additional social contributions to local funds. Alexander works with foreign clients, and some of his employees regularly go on business trips to other EU countries. It was important to correctly process the A1 to avoid additional expenses for both the company and its employees.
Case Circumstances
- Client: Alexander, the owner of an IT company in Poland with employees who regularly go on business trips to EU countries.
- Goal: Obtaining the A1 document for employees, allowing them to work abroad without paying double social contributions.
- Documents: Proof of active company operations, employment contracts, and confirmation of planned business trips.
- Process: Preparing documents, submitting an application through the PUE ZUS platform, and receiving a decision from ZUS.
A1 Document Process
- Document preparation: Alexander gathered all necessary documents for the A1 application, including company data (KRS, NIP, REGON), employment contracts, financial documents, and planned business trips.
- Application submission: Alexander submitted the application through the PUE ZUS platform, specifying the employees for whom the A1 was required and explaining the planned business trips.
- Application review: ZUS checked the documents and confirmed that the company was active in Poland and the employees were officially employed.
- Document receipt: After a positive decision from ZUS, Alexander received the A1 document in digital format through the PUE ZUS platform.
Outcome
- Benefits: The company’s employees were able to work in other EU countries without the need for additional social contributions.
- Financial advantages: Alexander's company avoided additional expenses for social contributions in other countries.
- Effectiveness: Alexander now possesses all the knowledge and tools to quickly and efficiently process A1 for future projects.
Questions and Answers
Question
How quickly can you get an A1 document in Poland?
Answer
The process of obtaining an A1 document takes 2 to 4 weeks, depending on the speed of document verification by ZUS.
Question
Do I need to submit a separate application for each employee for the A1 document?
Answer
Yes, each employee planning to go on a business trip must be included in the A1 application.
Question
What documents are required to submit an A1 application?
Answer
Required documents include: company data, employment contracts, financial documents, and confirmation of planned business trips.
Why Contact a Lawyer?
- Legal consultation: Professional assistance in preparing and processing documents for obtaining the A1.
- Protection of interests: Guarantees that your documents comply with ZUS requirements and will not result in rejection of the A1 application.
- Efficiency: An experienced lawyer will help you quickly and safely navigate the entire A1 process.
Legal support: Comprehensive representation of clients’ interests in Poland when processing A1.
International support: Assistance in obtaining A1 for employees traveling abroad.
A1 Documents: Preparation and submission of all necessary documents for obtaining A1.
Obtaining the A1 document in Poland is a key process for companies working with international clients. Properly processing this document helps the company avoid tax risks and additional costs.
