🇵🇱 Country Q&A
Working in maritime in Poland
Shipyards, ship repair and the new Baltic offshore wind industry are hiring fast. Main hubs: Gdańsk, Gdynia, Szczecin.
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Quick answers
Do I need a work permit?
EU/EEA and Swiss citizens can live and work without a permit. Non-EU workers usually need a work permit and a residence card (karta pobytu).
What is a PESEL?
Your national ID number for tax, healthcare and contracts; issued by the municipality.
Is Polish required?
In yards often yes; offshore wind and international firms frequently work in English.
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