What New Changes Are Posted Workers In Poland Subject To?

Since the Act came into force, a new working regime has taken effect for posted workers in Poland.

Long-term posting rules

When the posting period exceeds 12 months, an employer have to provide a posted worker with the same working conditions as provided for a worker employed in Poland. Rules and procedures for concluding and terminating employment contracts and for applying non-compete clauses, occupational pension schemes and worker capital plans are exempted from the conditions which must be provided for workers.

The 12-month period can be extended up to 18 months if an employer sends a justified notification regarding the extension to the National Labour Inspectorate (PIP) by the end of the 12-month period at the latest. The justified notification is not required if a posting has started prior to the act entering into force. In this case, the long-term posting rules will apply after the end of the 18-month posting period.