Type A work permit · updated 13 Nov 2026

Tech jobs in Poland with visa sponsorship (2026)

landed lists 35 roles in Poland open today at 9 companies that can sponsor a work visa. These are roles in Poland whose posting says the company can sponsor a work visa, read from each company’s own careers page and refreshed daily. About 6% say sponsorship is case by case. Recent ones come from n8n, Verkada and CD Projekt.

Work permit (type A)
Applied for by the employer
Work permit salary
At least the national minimum wage
Work permit, longer than 3 months
PLN 400

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Type A work permit · checked 12 Nov 2026

The rules at a glance

Work permit (type A)Applied for by the employer[1]online through praca.gov.pl; other filings are not considered
Work permit salaryAt least the national minimum wage[1]
Work permit lengthUp to 3 years[1]
EU Blue Card salary (2026)PLN 13,355.34 a month[2]gross; 150% of the 2025 average salary of PLN 8,903.56
EU Blue Card conditionsHigher professional qualifications and a contract of at least 6 months[2]
EU Blue Card lengthContract length plus 3 months, up to 3 years[2]
Changing employer on a Blue CardTell the voivode in writing within 15 working days[2]

What it costs

  • Work permit, longer than 3 monthsPLN 400[4]

    Employer

  • Temporary residence and work permit, or Blue Card permitPLN 440[4]

    You

  • Residence cardPLN 100[4]

    You

How applying works

  1. 1Get a job offer from an employer based in Poland.
  2. 2The employer applies for a type A work permit online at praca.gov.pl. For a Blue Card, you apply to the voivode once you are in Poland, with a contract that clears the salary threshold.
  3. 3With the work permit, apply for a national (D) work visa at the Polish consulate for your area.
  4. 4In Poland, apply to the voivode for a temporary residence and work permit before your visa runs out.
  5. 5Once approved, pay the card fee and collect your residence card.

What changed recently

  • 1 Jun 2025New law on employing foreigners: the labour market test was replaced, and the Blue Card rules were aligned with the revised EU Blue Card directive.
  • 1 Dec 2025Work permit fees rose to PLN 200 (up to 3 months) and PLN 400 (longer).
  • Feb 2026Blue Card threshold rose to PLN 13,355.34 a month, after the 2025 average salary was published.

Other routes

  • EU Blue Card (Poland)

    A residence permit for highly qualified work at PLN 13,355.34 a month in 2026, with no separate work permit. It makes moving to another EU country later easier.

  • Intra-corporate transfer

    For staff moved to a Polish branch or affiliate of their current employer.

Sources

  1. [1]Zielona Linia: Work permit, general information, updated 8 Sep 2026
  2. [2]Zielona Linia: Temporary residence permit for highly qualified work (EU Blue Card), updated 2 Jan 2026
  3. [3]ZUS: Minimum and average salary
  4. [4]Zachodniopomorski Voivodeship Office: Fees
  5. [5]Lubuskie Voivodeship Office: New rules for foreigners from 1 June 2025

This page describes the official rules as published on the dates shown, and is not legal advice. Rules and fees change; check the linked official source, and confirm sponsorship for a specific role with the employer.

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Frequently asked

What salary do I need for an EU Blue Card in Poland in 2026?

PLN 13,355.34 a month gross, which is 150% of the 2025 national average salary of PLN 8,903.56. The figure is recalculated each year.

Who applies for a Polish work permit?

The employer. A type A work permit is filed online through praca.gov.pl by the company that will employ you, and it can last up to three years.

Do I need a work permit and a residence permit in Poland?

You usually start with a type A work permit and a national visa. To stay longer, you apply in Poland for a temporary residence and work permit, which covers both. The Blue Card is a separate residence permit and needs no work permit.

Is there a list of companies that sponsor visas in Poland?

No. Poland has no public register of sponsoring employers. The roles on this page say in the posting that they support visas or relocation.

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