Publication date: 31.03.2025
I am Vladlena Kaufman, the founder of Kaufman Group, a lawyer with Ukrainian and Polish education, with over 5 years of experience in business legal support and foreigner legalization in Poland. In-depth knowledge of the law and efficiency are what set me apart from other professionals. In my work, I do not just solve problems, but create strategies that save money and time.
One of the options for obtaining a residence card in Poland is to register your own business. Opening a sole proprietorship (Jednoosobowa Działalność Gospodarcza, JDG) or a limited liability company (Spółka z ograniczoną odpowiedzialnością, Sp. z o.o.) allows you to legally reside and work in the country.
Vladlena Kaufman, an expert on entrepreneurial activity in Poland, will help you to properly set up a business in accordance with Polish law, as well as prepare all the necessary documents for legalization of documents in Poland and obtaining a residence card.
Types of business structures in Poland
Before registering a business in Poland, you should decide on the most suitable form of activity.
The most common options for foreigners:
Sole proprietorship (JDG) - ideal for small businesses and freelancers. Registration takes only a few days, and the tax system is quite flexible.
- It is the simplest and fastest form of business registration.
It is suitable for freelancers, small businesses, and self-employed individuals.
The owner is fully responsible for financial obligations.
Optimal tax system (possibility to choose simplified taxation).
LLC (Sp. z o.o.) - suitable for medium-sized businesses, partnership projects and companies with foreign capital.
- The most popular form of business for medium and large enterprises.
A legal entity that has separate liability from the owner.
The minimum authorized capital is PLN 5,000.
Possibility to attract partners and investors.
Conditions for registering a business in Poland
- A passport or residence card (if possible).
Official business address (you can rent a legal address).- Choosing the form of taxation (simplified system, linear tax, etc.).
Registration with state authorities (CEIDG, KRS).
Opening a bank account in Poland.
Registration with the tax office (NIP) and social security authorities (ZUS).
Documents for business registration
For individual entrepreneurs (JDG):
A completed CEIDG-1 form (application for registration of a sole proprietorship).
Confirmation of the registration address.
PESEL number (if required).
For a limited liability company:
Articles of Association of the company (Umowa Spółki).
Identification of founders and distribution of shares.
Lease of a legal address.
Registration in the State Court Register (KRS).
Appointment of a company director.
Payment of the state registration fee.
How does a business help to get a residence card?
If you have registered a business in Poland, you can apply for a residence permit in Poland on the basis of business activity. However, it is important that the company carries out real economic activity, has a profit or investment potential.
Business requirements for obtaining a residence card:
An officially registered company (sole proprietorship or LLC).
Activities that generate income or create jobs.
Financial stability (confirmed by a bank statement).
Compliance with tax legislation.
C- ontributions to ZUS (social security).
Required documents:
A bank statement of the company.
Company income tax return.
Tax reports.
Contracts with clients or partners (as a proof of economic activity).
Why should you contact Vladlen Kaufman?
- Consultation on choosing the best form of business - will help you determine which is better: Sole proprietorship or LLC.
Assistance in preparing documents - from registering a company to applying for a residence permit.
Support at all stages of registration - preparation of documents, opening an account, registration with the KRS.
Legal assistance - explanation of Polish law, taxation rules and social contributions.
Support in the process of obtaining a residence card - preparation of evidence of economic activity for legalization.
Business registration is not only an opportunity to work legally, but also an effective way to obtain a residence permit in Poland. However, it is important that the company conducts real activities, pays taxes and meets the requirements of Polish law.
Vladlena Kaufman will help you at all stages of business registration, preparation of documents and legalization of your stay in Poland. Thanks to her expertise, you will be able to avoid bureaucratic difficulties and quickly obtain a residence card through entrepreneurial activity.
