PRO HR Alert | Poland. Business Harbour programme extended to new countries

2021.08.12

The government has extended the list of countries whose citizens may apply for a visa under the Poland. Business Harbour programme. Thus, since July, in addition to Belarusian citizens, citizens of Armenia, Georgia, Moldova, Russia and Ukraine may apply for a visa.

Foreigners are subject to a simplified visa procedure, under which they will receive a visa with the endorsement "Poland. Business Harbour". On this basis, foreigners are entitled to take up employment without the obligation to obtain a work permit. Family members of such persons may also apply for the visa.

Keep in mind that the Poland. Business Harbour programme is addressed to people associated with the IT industry, start-ups and entrepreneurs who want to live in Poland. The programme was launched in 2020. Initially, it was intended only for citizens of Belarus.