Overview: Poland is entering a new phase of modernization in immigration and consular procedures. Between November 2025 and January 2026, the government will roll out several key reforms under the amended Act on Foreigners  and related regulations. These updates focus on digital transformation , simplified communication , and revised consular fee structures . Key Changes Full Digitalization of Residence Applications Senate approval of the Act on Foreigners amendment (November

Overview:  A new law proposal — the Act on the Civil Partner Status and the Cohabitation Agreement  — could bring a real legal and financial revolution for couples living in informal relationships. If adopted later this year, it could transform the lives of thousands. Until now, unmarried partners were almost strangers in the eyes of the law — unable to file joint taxes, inherit without a will, or access each other’s medical info. Inheritance often came with up to 20% tax , a

Overview:  Hungary and Poland have both expanded personal income tax (PIT) exemptions linked to parenting—significantly changing the net pay picture for women with children (and, in Poland’s case, other parents/guardians too). These rules can materially affect package design, tax equalization, and assignment feasibility for inbound and intra-EU moves. Below is what changed and how to adapt mobility and immigration planning. Key changes  Hungary   From October 1, 2025 , mothe

Overview: Effective 1 August 2025, new stamp duty rates apply to Polish citizenship applications. These changes follow the amendment to...

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Learn about Poland's 2025 waste separation rules, including mandatory textile segregation, stricter disposal of construction waste, and a ne