Start a Startup in Poland
Poland's Business Harbour visa is built specifically for non-EU founders and IT specialists — routed through an approved Polish partner, not a generic application.
BIZ TRP confirms what your case actually needs before you commit to anything.
At a glance
- Entity
- Sp. z o.o. (Spółka z ograniczoną odpowiedzialnością)
- Capital
- PLN 5,000
- Remote formation
- Yes — via electronic KRS filing, or the simplified S24 online portal with a qualified/trusted/personal signature
- Corporate tax
- 19% — 9% for small taxpayers
- VAT
- 23%
- Registration time
- Statutory 7-day consideration period
Poland Business Harbour (PBH)
- Who it's for
- Non-EU founders and IT specialists, plus their families
- Duration
- Relocation and work authorization terms confirmed via your approved Polish partner
- Approval via
- An approved Polish partner or incubator
Startup visa requirements
- Support from an approved Polish partner or incubator
Registration process
Choose a legal structure
The most popular startup entity is the Sp. z o.o. (Spółka z ograniczoną odpowiedzialnością), a limited liability company.
Prepare incorporation documents
Draft the Articles of Association (in Polish) — minimum share capital is PLN 5,000, divided into shares of at least PLN 50.
Register the company
Via the S24 system for fast online registration (1–3 days), or through a notary for custom Articles — filed with the National Court Register (KRS).
Obtain tax registration
Receive a NIP (Tax ID) and REGON (Statistical Number); register for VAT if applicable.
Apply for the Poland Business Harbour visa
Requires support from an approved Polish partner or incubator — covers founders, IT specialists, and family.
What it costs
Government fees
- Share capital
- PLN 5,000
- Registration (ordinary / S24)
- PLN 500 / PLN 250 + PLN 100 publication
BIZ TRP fees
- Route confirmation & application support
- Ask us for a quote — from €120/hour
Why Poland
- Poland Business Harbour — a streamlined visa for non-EU entrepreneurs, IT specialists, and families.
- Large domestic market — over 38 million people, one of the largest in the EU.
- Strong developer talent — a large pool of well-educated, cost-effective tech professionals.
- Lower operational costs — significantly more affordable than Western Europe.
- EU membership — full access to the European Single Market and funding.
- Active ecosystem — Warsaw, Kraków, Wrocław, and Gdańsk, with accelerators and funding programs.
- Government support — grants via PARP, NCBR, and the Polish Development Fund (PFR).
Ready to start your company in Poland?
BIZ TRP confirms the real requirements for your Poland startup — company formation and visa, together.
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