Everything you need to know about the Starosta’s Opinion for foreigners in Poland.
Assuming that you are a foreign employee in Poland, you realize how important it is to disclose documents that legalize your stay in the country. One of such documents is the Starosta’s Opinion.
But what exactly is a Starosta’s Opinion, who needs it and what are the benefits of having it? Let’s describe it clearly.
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What is the district govenor opinion?
Before you submit an application to the voivode, the employer must, of course, provide certain evidence. Specifically, he must prove that there are no Polish candidates available on the local labor market for the offered position.
The starosta’s opinion, also known as the labor market opinion or labor market test, is a document issued by the relevant district labor office, taking into account the place where the foreigner will work. If the nature of the work does not allow determining the main place of performance of duties, information is published in the area where the employer is located or resides. Based on the starosta’s opinion, you submit an application to the voivode for yourself or the foreigner you want to employ.
Therefore, the starosta’s opinion becomes an important document for employees from outside the country, unless they are exempt from this requirement. Thanks to the analysis of the labor market, entrepreneurs can obtain permission to employ foreigners and employ them regularly. It is worth noting that no one can avoid the obligation to have a work permit and register as an unemployed person actively looking for a job on the local labor market.
Vitworker has extensive experience in obtaining starosta opinions for foreigners throughout Poland.
What exactly is the meaning of a labor market test and in what situations is it necessary?
The starosta’s opinion is a document issued by the labor office that confirms the shortage of qualified employees on the local labor market for a given company. The condition is the lack of local candidates who meet the employer’s requirements for a given position. If such a candidate is found and the employer does not employ him, the starosta will issue information indicating the possibility of meeting the staffing needs. In such a situation, the employer will not receive permission to employ a foreigner.
How to obtain?
In the process of obtaining green rings in tennis, the employer submits an application to the inn for a job for a position that he intends to fill with foreigners. This document contains all conditions such as: amount of money, position, activity time as well as requirements and qualifications required for this task. Based on this information, the institution verifies the register of unemployed persons in order to find candidates for a specific position. It is crucial that the amount of money received in the submitted proposal is adequate (not sparse) compared to the remuneration for a parallel or similar position on the local labor market.
How much is? How long does it take to get it?
The starosta’s opinion does not generate any costs. The office issues it within 21 days of reporting the job offer by the labor office. The opinion must be issued no earlier than 180 (or 90) days before applying for a work permit. Of course, exceptions for short-term conditions may be justified by the mayor. The labor market test is a key document that enables foreigners to take up work. Without this certificate, they will not be able to legalize their stay on the basis of paid work.
However, there are situations in which the starosta’s opinion is not required. For foreign workers, this is essential when applying for a temporary residence permit for work or work requiring high qualifications (so-called blue card). It is also necessary to obtain a work permit for a foreigner whom the entrepreneur plans to employ.
Is it possible to obtain a work permit in Poland without the opinion of the starosta?
Yes, it is possible, but it all depends on the details of your situation. Vitworker offers support in choosing the best way to legalize work for you.
An entrepreneur may submit an application for a work permit without a prior opinion from the starosta in the following situations:
List of professions specified in the regulation of the Minister of Family, Labor and Social Policy of June 28, 2018 (Journal of Laws of June 29, 2018, item 1264), including: doctors, nurses, programmers, database designers, carers for the elderly, bricklayers, painters, locksmiths, bus and truck drivers.
Citizens of Armenia, Belarus, Georgia, Moldova, Russia or Ukraine, employed in Poland in nursing and care positions or as domestic help in the households of natural persons.
Foreign citizens working in sports centers as sports coaches or athletes, as well as those who are authorized to represent a foreign entrepreneur in his branch or representative office in Poland.
People with the Pole’s Card.
Citizens of Armenia, Belarus, Georgia, Moldova, Russia or Ukraine who have worked for at least 3 months in the same entity and in the same position before submitting an application for a work permit, provided that a written declaration of the intention to employ a foreigner is registered by the Labor Office competent for the place of permanent residence or registered office of the entity, documenting it with appropriate contracts and documents confirming the payment of health insurance contributions.
Graduates of universities in Poland, another country of the European Economic Area or the Swiss Confederation, or those who obtained a doctoral degree in Poland before submitting an application for a work permit.
Persons who, during the three years before submitting the application for a work permit, resided legally in the territory of Poland for three continuous years as part of an artistic residency, in accordance with Art. 4 of the Act of 12 December 2013 on foreigners.
“Within the meaning of Art. 195 section 4 of the Act of 12 December 2013 on foreigners, the stay of a foreigner is considered uninterrupted if none of the breaks was longer than 6 months and all breaks did not exceed 10 months in total.
What are the benefits?
The Starost’s Opinion is a key document for employers employing employees from outside Poland. Thanks to it, entrepreneurs can obtain permits to employ foreigners, which ensures that they operate in accordance with applicable law and avoid unpleasant consequences related to illegal employment. The Vitworker office has extensive experience in assisting employers in the process of obtaining the Starosta’s Opinion.
This documentation is also of great importance for non-Polish employees themselves. Thanks to it, they can obtain work permits and legally take up employment in Poland, which opens access to the social security and health care systems. Vitworker offers comprehensive assistance at every stage of the process, from completing applications and documents to carrying out the administrative procedure.
By choosing Vitworker services, you avoid having to complete the formalities yourself, because experienced experts will take care of this task for you. Our company provides support at every stage, ensuring that your matters will be dealt with professionally and in accordance with applicable regulations.
Why is it worth using Vitworker’s services in the matter of district govenor Opinion?
- Experience: We have many years of experience in the industry, which guarantees professional and efficient handling of your case.
- Individual approach: We treat each order individually, analyzing the situation and proposing the best solutions tailored to your needs.
- Support: Our team of specialists is always ready to help and answer your questions.
- Speed: We care about our clients’ time, so we try to resolve matters as quickly as possible.