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Legal Services and Protection in Poland

Legal Protection for Businesses in Poland

Poland is the sixth-largest economy in the European Union and ranks 21st globally by nominal GDP. Poland is open to foreign investment and provides government support to new companies that create jobs.

COREDO has worked since 2016 and supports foreign companies in Poland: from registering a legal entity and reviewing contracts to obtaining financial licences and representing clients before KNF.

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Cost of the services
from EUR 500

Doing Business in Poland

Poland has a 9% CIT rate for small businesses and one supervisor for financial companies, the KNF. Three areas matter most for a foreign company: tax, licensing and reporting. Poland is open to foreign investment and provides government support to new companies that create jobs. The KNF supervises SPI, NPI and CASP entities under PSD2 and MiCA, and KSeF electronic invoicing is mandatory for Polish companies and for foreign companies with a permanent establishment.

COREDO provides a full range of legal services for businesses operating in Poland. We work for foreign companies, non-residents with a permanent establishment, regulated financial entities, startups and companies facing KNF inspections or tax audits. Our lawyers prepare documents, review contracts and represent clients before the KNF and other authorities.

Describe your situation in a request: we reply within 1 business day and tell you how we can help.

Business Environment in Poland

Taxation

In Poland, the standard CIT rate is 19%, while small businesses benefit from a 9% rate. The IP Box regime allows a 5% tax rate on income derived from qualified intellectual property. VAT is 23%, with reduced rates of 5% and 8%. Since 2026, the mandatory KSeF electronic invoicing system has been in force.

Licensing

Licences are required for financial services, transport, pharmaceuticals, alcohol trade, and other regulated sectors. Financial companies, including SPI, NPI, and CASP entities, are supervised by the KNF and must comply with PSD2 and MiCA requirements.

Reporting

Companies must file CIT and VAT returns, as well as payroll tax reports. Annual financial statements must be submitted to the Urząd Skarbowy by 1 March. Since 2026, the use of KSeF has been mandatory for both Polish and foreign companies operating through a permanent establishment.

Our Services for Businesses in Poland

Company registration and structuring

selection of the optimal legal form, preparation of founding documents, registration in the commercial register. Registration, in person or remotely, takes approximately 5–15 days; the term may vary depending on the case. The package covers a legal address with correspondence service for a year, registration with all necessary authorities, tax and identification numbers and the VAT number application. It also covers mandatory tax returns, the application to the register of beneficiaries, the government registration fees and a consultation on your line of business. A bank account, a PESEL number with EPUAP activation, an electronic signature, an EORI number and apostilled corporate documents are charged separately. The social insurance (ZUS) payment is not included either and does not apply where the company has at least two founders.

Drafting and review of legal documentation

corporate agreements, non-disclosure agreements, partnership agreements

Contract legal review

risk analysis, identification of contentious provisions, negotiation of terms

Transaction support

M&A, restructuring, cross-border transactions

Representation before KNF and government authorities

protection of the company’s interests during inspections, enquiries, and disputes

Financial licence acquisition

SPI/NPI, EMI, CASP/MiCA; from documentation development to application submission

Tax and regulatory advisory

CIT, VAT, PIT, KSeF, AML/CFT, GDPR

Legislative monitoring

timely notification of new mandatory requirements

Who Turns to Us

Legal support from COREDO in Poland is relevant for:

Foreign companies planning to enter the Polish market or already conducting operations in Poland

Non-residents holding assets, partners, or a permanent establishment in Poland

Regulated financial entities — EMI, SPI, PSP, CASP — operating under KNF supervision

Startups and technology companies needing business structuring and legal protection at an early stage

Companies with cross-border transactions requiring legal expertise under Polish and European law

Companies under regulatory pressure — during KNF inspections, tax audits, and other contentious situations

How We Work

Initial consultation

we analyse the client’s objectives, risks, and goals; we determine the scope of legal support required.

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Legal audit

we review corporate documents, contracts, and licensing status; we identify non-compliance and vulnerabilities.

02

Strategy development

we define an optimal legal support plan with clear timelines and areas of responsibility.

03

Legal support

we prepare documentation, conduct negotiations, and represent the client before KNF and other authorities.

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Ongoing support and monitoring

we track changes in Polish and European legislation; we notify the client in a timely manner.

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For registration we need three proposed company names, two identity documents of each director and shareholder, proof of residential address not older than 3 months and a signed KYC form. Keeping the company running involves yearly costs: the state fee for filing the balance sheet and financial report, the preparation and filing of income tax returns, and the virtual office with the registered address.

Timelines

Service	Timeframe
Legal Opinion	10 working days after payment and receipt of the full set of documents
One-off consultation (up to 5 hours)	1–2 business days
Legal Outsourcing start	3–5 business days
Contractual documentation	5–10 business days

Pricing

Service	Cost
Legal Opinion	from EUR 1,500 + VAT
Legal Outsourcing — 5 hours	EUR 550
Legal Outsourcing — 10 hours	EUR 1,000
Legal Outsourcing — 20 hours	EUR 1,800
Legal Outsourcing — 40 hours	EUR 3,200
Legal Outsourcing — 80 hours	EUR 5,600
Legal Outsourcing — 160 hours	EUR 9,600
One-off consultation Basic (up to 5 h)	EUR 130/hour
One-off consultation Standard (from 20 h)	EUR 100/hour
One-off consultation Premium (from 80 h)	EUR 80/hour

Cost depends on the complexity of the task. Submit a request for an individual estimate.
All prices are exclusive of VAT.

Our Experts

Pavel Kos

Head of Legal. With COREDO since June 2017. Has led the legal team since 2020. Specialises in corporate law, financial licensing, and M&A support.

Alena Mach

Executive Director

Nikita Veremeev

Founder & NED

Johann Schneider

Lawyer

Frequently Asked Questions

What does legal protection for businesses in Poland include?

COREDO’s legal protection covers company registration and structuring, drafting and review of contracts, licence acquisition (SPI, EMI, CASP), representation before KNF, tax and compliance advisory, and monitoring of legislative changes.

Is personal presence required for legal support?

No. COREDO operates remotely: consultations, document preparation, and communication with regulators — all can be handled without your presence in Poland.

How much does legal support in Poland cost?

Legal Opinion from EUR 1,500 + VAT. Legal Outsourcing packages from EUR 550 (5 hours) to EUR 9,600 (160 hours).

Can COREDO represent a company before KNF?

Yes. Our lawyers have experience working with KNF: we support licensing procedures, respond to regulatory enquiries, and represent the client’s interests during inspections.

Does COREDO work with financial and crypto companies in Poland?

Yes. COREDO specialises in supporting EMI, SPI, PSP, and CASP (MiCA) entities in Poland. We assist with licence acquisition, development of AML/CFT procedures, and compliance with KNF requirements.

Legal Support for Your Business in Poland

Our experts are ready to help. Submit a request — we will contact you within 1 business day. Tell us what you need — a new company, a licence or a contract review — and we will suggest the right format: a one-off consultation, a Legal Opinion or a Legal Outsourcing package.

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