European Union countries open new opportunities for businesspeople from the post-Soviet space. Among all types of business activities, starting an employment agency in Poland is particularly noteworthy. These services are in steady demand – every year, over 2,000 Ukrainians, Belarusians, and Russians come to Poland for work.
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Approaches to Managing a Recruitment Agency
There are two options for starting an employment agency in Poland:
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One-time recruitment of workers – the owner receives a fixed one-time payment for workers for the period they are employed. The benefits of this business model include: the ability to work remotely, minimal risks and liabilities, and low monthly income (all costs related to the employee’s stay and visa issues are borne by the employer).
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Employee leasing – all employees are hired by your company, meaning the profits come from the entire period of the employee’s work. The disadvantages include: all expenses, risks, and liabilities for the workers are assumed by the company, and initial capital is required.
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What is Needed to Start
In both cases, to open a recruitment agency, you need to:
- Register a company. The most common type of organization operating in this market segment is a limited liability company (spółka z o.o.).
- Obtain licenses for the activity (one license for each option; if you plan to do both one-time recruitment and leasing, both licenses are needed).
- Find employers who are willing to pay.
- Ensure continuous client traffic.
Certifications Required for Operating a Recruitment Agency
Who Can Open a Recruitment Agency in Poland – Requirements for Entrepreneurs
The Polish government is quite loyal to foreign entrepreneurs. However, not everyone can establish a recruitment agency in the country. To open an employment agency in Poland, a non-resident must meet the following requirements:
- No criminal record. This applies not only to the founders but also to employees.
- No outstanding tax debts or social insurance payments.
- Availability of start-up capital. The minimum required is 5,000 PLN as the company’s share capital.
- Renting (or purchasing) office space. The legal address of the property must match the data registered in the KRS (National Court Register).
- The office must be equipped to ensure the comfortable reception of clients, with space for confidential meetings and communication facilities.
- In-person interviews with job seekers must be conducted by a qualified specialist.
Once suitable premises are selected, you can submit documents to register the recruitment agency. More details about registering a spółka z o.o. can be found in this article.
Expenses for Operating a Recruitment Agency in Poland
For recruitment, the exact figures can be calculated, but for leasing, it is more complex – it depends on the number of employees (for example, let’s consider 10 people working for your company).
- Rental of a legal address/virtual office: recruitment – 100 PLN, leasing – from 500 PLN.
- Accountant: 350 PLN / from 1,000 PLN.
- Mobile communication: 50 PLN / 100 PLN.
To avoid confusion with the nuances of opening a recruitment agency in Poland, it is advisable to seek specialized support from Uniconsulting.group. Experienced specialists will help you quickly register your business and establish a profitable, legal operation in one of the most promising countries in the European Union.
