Changes to the rules on employing Colombian, Venezuelan and Georgian nationals

As of 22 August 2026, nationals of Georgia, Colombia and Venezuela may no longer take up work in Poland under the visa-free regime, even if they hold a valid work permit. A visa issued for the purpose of performing work will be required in order to start work. For employers, this means an additional stage in the procedure and a longer wait before a foreign national can lawfully commence work.

Persons who started work before 22 August 2026 under the previous rules may continue it until the end of their lawful stay under the visa‑free regime.