EU Blue Card / temporary residence and work permit (employment) (Niebieska Karta UE / zezwolenie na pobyt czasowy i pracę)
EU Blue Card / temporary residence and work permit (employment) is a residence route in Poland (Zaměstnání). Single permit: Polish employer, contract, labour-market test for some roles. Blue Card: degree/5 yrs experience, salary ≥150% of prior-year avg wage (~PLN 13,000 gross/mo in 2026, est.). Directors of own Polish company can use the work route.
Requirements at a glance
You need an annual income of about CHF 34'500. Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 5 years. Citizenship can be possible after about 8 years.
How holders are taxed
Worldwide once resident: PIT 12%/32% + social contributions; 19% dividends.
Next steps
Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.
| Kategorie | Zaměstnání |
|---|---|
| Investice | — |
| Poplatky (rodina) | CHF 520 |
| Příjem / rok | CHF 34'500 |
| Majetek | — |
| Min. pobyt | — |
| TP | 5 |
| Občanství | 8 |
| Práce | yes |
| Způsobilost | all (Russians: severe visa restrictions) |
| Daň | Worldwide once resident: PIT 12%/32% + social contributions; 19% dividends. |
| Stav k | 2026-10 |
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