Hire Skilled Indian Workers for Poland
Poland faces a structural labour shortage of over a million foreign workers even as unemployment stays near record lows. Manpower First has been deploying skilled Indian workers internationally since 1987 — now helping Polish employers hire Indian workers fast, through the Oświadczenie declaration route, Type A work permits, and the EU Blue Card.
Łącząc siłę roboczą Indii z potrzebami polskich pracodawców.Figures verified July 2026 against GUS (Polish Central Statistical Office) and government labour market sources.
Low Unemployment.
Deep Worker Shortage.
Niedobór pracowników to wyzwanie, które można rozwiązać.
Poland holds one of the European Union's lowest unemployment rates — yet employers across logistics, manufacturing, and construction cannot find enough workers. Youth emigration to Western Europe, an aging domestic workforce, and rapid economic growth have combined into a structural gap that local hiring alone cannot close.
Poland's own 2025–2030 labour market strategy assumes international workers must make up at least 12% of the national workforce going forward. India — with its large, English-capable, vocationally trained workforce — is one of the fastest-growing source markets filling that gap.
Roughly 20% of Poland's entire logistics workforce is now foreign-born — the single most acute shortage sector in the country.
Source: Polish labour market analyses, 2026An 8% year-on-year increase, confirming international recruitment is now core business strategy, not a stopgap.
Source: careersinpoland.com, 2026Why Polish Employers Choose Indian Workers
India is already a recognised source country under Poland's fast-track declaration system — here's why employers keep coming back.
Fast-Track Eligibility Since 2022
Indian nationals were added to the Oświadczenie simplified declaration route in 2022 — no labour market test, registration at the local labour office, roles up to 24 months.
Deep Trade Experience
Decades of Indian export experience in warehousing, manufacturing, construction, and driving — the exact sectors driving Poland's shortage today.
Large, Ready Candidate Pool
Manpower First's pre-vetted database plus targeted open-market sourcing means shortlists ready in days, not months.
No Labour Market Test (Most Roles)
2025 reforms scrapped the requirement to prove no Polish candidate was available for most roles — a major speed-up for employers.
Deepening Diplomatic Ties
A India-Poland Parliamentary Friendship Group formed February 2026, and a bilateral Social Security Agreement for cross-border workers is being finalised.
English-Language Communication
Most warehouse, manufacturing, and construction roles require no prior Polish — on-site training and standardised processes make onboarding straightforward.
Where Poland Needs Indian Workers Most
Concentrated across Poland's logistics hubs — Warsaw, Kraków, Wrocław, Poznań, Łódź, and the Tri-City (Gdańsk-Gdynia-Sopot).
Poland's 35+ million square metres of warehouse space makes logistics the single largest source of foreign work permits in the country — roughly 20% of the total. Warehouse managers, forklift operators, pickers, and inventory controllers are in constant demand, particularly around Łódź, Poznań, and the German border corridor.
Manufacturing has grown significantly as companies shift supply chains away from Asia into Central Europe. Automotive components, electronics assembly, and food processing are the fastest-growing sub-sectors, all facing the long-term effects of youth emigration on the domestic labour pool.
Construction remains one of Poland's most persistent shortage occupations, per the government's own Occupational Barometer — spanning site supervisors, project managers, and skilled tradespeople across public and private developments.
Poland's Occupational Barometer names doctors and nursing among the most persistent structural shortages in the country. Caregiving and elderly-care roles are also increasingly filled through foreign recruitment as Poland's population ages.
Trained Hands. Verified Skills.
Fast Deployment.
Every candidate Manpower First presents for Poland undergoes role-specific screening — trade tests where applicable, document verification, and interview coordination — before your team ever sees a profile. Whether it's a welder for a construction site in Wrocław or a machine operator for a plant near Poznań, the vetting standard is the same.
Prosty proces, szybkie rezultaty — a simple process, delivering fast results for Polish employers.
Three Ways to Legally Hire
Indian Workers in Poland
Poland offers a genuinely fast route for Indian hires — here's how the three main options compare.
| Route | Best For | Labour Market Test | Typical Timeline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oświadczenie (Declaration) | Blue-collar & skilled trades, up to 24 months | Not Required | 2–4 weeks |
| Type A Work Permit | Longer-term roles, all sectors | Largely Removed (2025 Reform) | 4–8 weeks |
| EU Blue Card | Degree-holders — IT, engineering, senior technical roles | Not Required | 4–8 weeks |
Verified July 2026 against Polish government and GUS sources. Regional protected-professions lists may still apply in specific cases — Manpower First checks current rules before every deployment.
From Your Brief to
Worker on Site — 9 Steps
A colour-coded guide to who handles what at every stage. Green = Manpower First Gold = Employer Grey = Both
Brief & Role Definition
Tell us the role, how many workers, which city or region in Poland, and your target start date. We respond within 12 hours with an assessment and recommended route.
Sourcing & Shortlisting
We search our pre-vetted Indian candidate database first, then run targeted open-market sourcing if your role's skills, location, or volume needs go beyond it. Shortlisted profiles submitted within 5–10 working days.
Interviews & Selection
We coordinate video interviews — you choose your preferred candidates and issue signed offer letters meeting Polish minimum wage requirements.
Route Selection & Documentation
We identify the fastest applicable route — Oświadczenie, Type A, or EU Blue Card — and prepare every supporting document for your application.
Register Declaration or Permit
You register the Oświadczenie at your local Powiatowy Urząd Pracy, or file a Type A application at the regional Urząd Wojewódzki, via the government portal.
Approval
Oświadczenie registrations typically clear in 2–4 weeks; Type A permits in 4–8 weeks. We track your application and keep you updated throughout.
National Visa Appointment
The candidate applies for a National D visa at the Polish consulate in India using the approved declaration or permit. We support every document step.
Pre-Departure
Medical examination, police clearance certificate, pre-departure orientation, and flight coordination — all managed by Manpower First.
Arrival & Registration
Worker arrives in Poland. Employer supports Karta Pobytu processing where applicable and local address registration (zameldowanie). Manpower First provides post-arrival advisory support.
What Indian Workers Earn in Poland
Uczciwe wynagrodzenie, przejrzyste zasady.Statutory minimum wage: PLN 4,806 gross/month (effective January 2026). All figures below are gross monthly ranges.
| Role | Monthly Salary (PLN) | Typical Route |
|---|---|---|
| Warehouse Operative / Picker | PLN 4,806 – 6,500 | Oświadczenie |
| Machine Operator (Manufacturing) | PLN 5,500 – 8,500 | Oświadczenie Type A |
| Construction Tradesman (Welder, Electrician) | PLN 5,500 – 9,000 | Oświadczenie Type A |
| International Truck Driver | PLN 7,000 – 10,500 | Type A |
| Nurse / Elderly Care Assistant | PLN 5,000 – 7,500 | Type A |
| IT / Engineering (Degree-Holder) | PLN 12,272+ | EU Blue Card |
Figures verified July 2026 against GUS and industry benchmarks. Employer-side ZUS social security contributions add approximately 19–22% on top of gross salary. Contact Manpower First for role-specific advice.
India and Poland Are
Deepening Ties in 2026
Poland doesn't yet have a formal government-to-government migration pact like Germany's — but the relationship is moving quickly, and employers benefit from every step.
Oświadczenie Extended to India
India was added to the nationalities eligible for Poland's simplified declaration route — a de facto recognition of India as a priority labour source, even without a formal treaty.
Parliamentary Friendship Group
India's Lok Sabha constituted a dedicated India-Poland Parliamentary Friendship Group, deepening legislative dialogue between the two countries.
Social Security Agreement
Both governments are working to finalise a bilateral Social Security Agreement, which will make social security contributions portable for cross-border workers — protecting Indian employees working in Poland.
Potrzebujesz pracowników z Indii? Skontaktujemy się z Tobą w ciągu 12 godzin. Need workers from India? We'll respond to you within 12 hours.
Poland Recruitment — Employer FAQ
Odpowiedzi na Twoje pytania.For roles matching our pre-vetted database, a shortlist is typically ready within 5–10 working days. Full deployment via Oświadczenie usually takes 6–9 weeks total; Type A permits take 8–12 weeks. Manpower First manages sourcing, documentation, and pre-departure from a single point of contact.
Oświadczenie is Poland's simplified declaration route, extended to Indian nationals since 2022. The employer registers it at the local Powiatowy Urząd Pracy via praca.gov.pl — no labour market test, roles up to 24 months. It's the most common route for blue-collar placements from India.
Type A is Poland's standard permit, filed at the regional Urząd Wojewódzki, used for roles beyond 24 months or outside Oświadczenie eligibility. Since June 2025, most employers no longer need a labour market test, significantly shortening realistic timelines.
The EU Blue Card suits degree-holding candidates in IT, engineering, or senior technical roles, requiring a salary near 150% of the Polish average wage. Blue Card holders gain EU-wide mobility after just 12 months — one of the strongest benefits of any Polish route.
Following June 2025 reforms, most roles no longer require proving no Polish candidate was available. Some regions maintain protected-professions lists for specific occupations. Manpower First checks current regional rules before every deployment.
At minimum, Poland's statutory wage of PLN 4,806/month (Jan 2026). Typical ranges: warehouse/logistics PLN 4,806–6,500; manufacturing PLN 5,500–8,500; construction PLN 5,500–9,000; drivers PLN 7,000–10,500; nursing PLN 5,000–7,500. Manpower First briefs every employer before any offer letter is issued.
Manpower First handles sourcing from our pre-vetted database plus open-market search when your requirement calls for it, screening, interview coordination, CV preparation, translation coordination, and pre-departure orientation. The employer handles the employment contract, registering the Oświadczenie or permit, accommodation where applicable, and supporting Karta Pobytu and address registration on arrival.
Logistics and warehousing, manufacturing, construction, transport and driving, hospitality, and nursing and elderly care. Logistics alone accounts for roughly 20% of all foreign work permits in Poland. Contact us if your sector isn't listed.
Not a formal migration pact like Germany's yet — but the 2022 Oświadczenie extension to Indian nationals functions as de facto recognition. Ties are deepening: a Parliamentary Friendship Group formed in February 2026, and a Social Security Agreement is being finalised.
A bilateral agreement in the process of being finalised (discussed at senior diplomatic level in July 2026) that will make social security contributions portable between India and Poland, reducing duplicate contributions and strengthening Indian workers' legal footing in Poland.
For most warehouse, manufacturing, and construction roles, no — processes are standardised and training is provided on-site. Customer-facing, healthcare, and senior technical roles usually expect working-level Polish or English.
Use the requirement form on this page, email [email protected], or WhatsApp +919930799837. Include the role, number of workers, city or region, and start date. We respond within 12 hours.
Talk to Our Poland Desk
Employer enquiries only. Share your requirement and we'll respond within 12 hours with an assessment and recommended permit route.
Poland's Workforce Gap Is India's Opportunity
1.29 million foreign workers and counting. A fast-track declaration route already open to India. Start your Poland deployment with Manpower First — the overseas manpower recruitment agency India employers rely on since 1987.
Zacznijmy razem. Contact Our Poland DeskManpower First is a recruitment agency in India based in Mumbai, established in 1987. As an overseas manpower recruitment agency, we source and deploy skilled and semi-skilled Indian workers for employers in Poland, Germany, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Israel, Russia, Croatia, and Bosnia. Contact [email protected].