ProRelo Competes in Architecture Awards 2025

Pro Relo Competes in Architecture Awards 2025

Last year, the relocation experts in Slovakia finally relocated. We moved into our brand-new, modern office in Bratislava, and it has been a game changer—enhancing not only our positive work environment and well-being but also the way we welcome and support our customers.  As a result, it has been submitted to several architecture and interior design competitions, including the CBRE Office of the Year. Designed with innovation, sustainability, and functionality in mind, our new office interior has already drawn attention beyond our industry. Modern Office Design in Bratislava Our new workspace was brought to life in collaboration with the talented AT26 architects, combining functionality, sustainability, and aesthetic design to create an environment that truly reflects who we are and how we work. We’re especially proud that the entire project was delivered on time and within budget—a rare but incredibly rewarding achievement. To share a preview of our new space, we have put together a short video featuring our amazing colleagues and beautifully captured by the AT26 team. ProRelo’s Office Enters the Architecture Awards As an exciting next step, our office design is now competing in architectural and interior design competitions, including the highly regarded CBRE Office of the Year and Interier Roku 2024.  CBRE Office of the year is the only project in Slovakia dedicated to a comprehensive evaluation of the work environment from multiple perspectives. The Interior of the Year competition awards outstanding private and public spaces. We are excited to see our innovative workspace recognized on such significant platforms and look forward to sharing the results when they will be revealed. Featuring on Slovakia’s Biggest Architecture Portal As evidence to our vision and design, the ProRelo Office has been featured in a Slovak office architecture feature on www.archinfo.sk, the largest architecture platform in Slovakia. The article beautifully describes our space as “Príjemná kancelárska krajina”—which translates to “A Pleasant Office Landscape”. This recognition goes beyond aesthetics; it highlights our commitment to creating a workspace where innovation, collaboration, and comfort come together in harmony. Help Us Win the Most Charming Office in Slovakia In addition to the jury selection, there’s also a public vote for the category „Najsympatickejšia kancelária“ ( The Most Charming Office). We’d love your support—please vote for the ProRelo Office and help us share this space with the world!

New Changes of Employing Foreigners in Poland for 2025

New Changes of Employing Foreigners in Poland for 2025

Discover key changes in employing foreigners in Poland for 2025: no labor test, full digitization, new permit rules, contract obligations & stricter checks. The new regulations regarding the employment of foreigners in Poland were passed by the Senate on March 13, 2025, and adopted by the Sejm with amendments on March 20, 2025. The law was signed by the President of the Republic of Poland on April 10, 2025 and is now awaiting publication in the Journal of Laws. It will come into force on the first day of the month following 14 days after its official publication. At this stage, we already know it will not be May 1st – the most likely effective date is June 1st. Several new updates have been made regarding employments of foreigners in Poland, as we will summarize it for you in this article.  1. Elimination of the labor market test The obligation to conduct a labor market test, which required checking if there were any available Polish candidates for a given job position, is being eliminated. This change aims to simplify the procedures and accelerate the process of obtaining work permits for foreigners. 2. Full digitization of procedures The process of obtaining work permits will be fully digitized. Applications will be submitted via the electronic system. Additionally, employers will be required to upload copies of the contracts signed with foreign workers into the system before the worker’s job starts, and for seasonal work, this must be done within 7 days after the job begins. 3. New rules for issuing work permits The minimum work time for a foreigner to work in Poland is at least 1/4 of a full-time job. If the foreign worker works part-time or less (a maximum of 20 hours per week), the work permit will be issued for a maximum of one year. 4. Obligation to submit the contract Employers will be required to submit a copy of the employment or civil law contract signed with the foreign worker into the electronic system before the employment begins. 5. Work permits for new entities For newly established companies, a work permit for a foreigner will be issued for one year if the company has been operating for less than one year. 6. Reasons for refusal to issue work permits A work permit will not be issued if the entity has outstanding social security contributions or if the sole purpose of the application is to facilitate the foreigner’s entry into Poland without genuine employment intentions. 7. Increased inspections and fines for illegal employment of foreigners The National Labor Inspectorate (PIP) and the Border Guard will be authorized to conduct simultaneous, unannounced inspections of employed foreign workers in Poland. This means more frequent and thorough inspections, and employers will have increased responsibility for ensuring meeting with the regulations. The new amendment specifies a range of fines for illegal employment, from PLN 3,000 to PLN 50,000. The new regulations are set to streamline and speed up the process of employing foreigners in Poland, while also enforcing stricter rules and enhancing oversight of employers’ maintaining the law.  A fully digitized employment process ensures efficiency, attracting top global talent while providing a smoother, and easier for businesses to hire foreign specialists, boosting innovation and economic growth. Employers must stay ahead of these changes to ensure they are fully prepared and avoid any potential operational challenges. Don’t wait—prepare now to navigate these updates smoothly!    

ProRelo explains health insurance in Poland

Relocating to Poland involves numerous practical considerations, with health insurance being one of the most important ones. Access to healthcare is crucial for personal well-being and a key requirement for immigration purposes. Understanding the medical insurance in Poland is essential for foreigners, as your nationality, employment status, and residency will all determine the type of health insurance available to you.