Relocation to Poland
A guide to relocating to Poland: visas, taxation, housing, education, healthcare and employment, with a personal Journey Manager and end-to-end support from Ocean.
A guide to relocating to Poland: visas, taxation, housing, education, healthcare and employment, with a personal Journey Manager and end-to-end support from Ocean.
- CapitalWarsaw
- Population~37.5 million
- LanguagePolish · English widely spoken
- CurrencyPolish złoty (PLN)
- Time zoneCET/CEST · one hour behind Israel
- Flight from IsraelApproximately 4 hours by air
Why here and what to know
Visas and residency
Israelis generally need a residence and work permit through an employer, an EU Blue Card, an intracompany transfer, studies or family.
Taxation
The tax system is based on residency and the source of income, alongside social insurance.
Economy and cost of living
Living costs are relatively affordable compared with Western Europe, but Warsaw and Kraków have become more expensive.
Housing
The housing market in Warsaw differs from other areas.
Education
Education options vary between Warsaw, Kraków, Wrocław.
Healthcare
Arrange healthcare eligibility and health insurance according to your immigration and employment status, including interim coverage, the provider network and out-of-pocket contributions.
Community and culture
Warsaw has an expatriate community and international services.
Employment and business
Employment hubs vary between Warsaw, Kraków, Wrocław.
Ocean's winning tip
Coordinate your legal status, work, education and budget before choosing an address. With experience since 1944 and a global network, your Ocean Journey Manager brings these together in one plan.
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