Overview: Polish authorities recently dismantled a criminal network that supplied falsified employment and residency documents, enabling up to 1,500 foreigners to obtain illegal Polish residence permits. The case highlights the serious risks individuals and companies face when relying on unlicensed or fraudulent immigration providers. Key Changes Authorities have increased document verification and enforcement across the region.– Investigations now focus on applicants linked

Overview: Romania is preparing a new law on the employment of foreign workers, drafted by an interministerial group and expected to be finalized shortly. The new legislation will replace the current framework and is planned to take effect on 1 January 2026. Key Changes The law will introduce simpler procedures and shorter processing times for bringing foreign workers to Romania. It seeks to correct discrepancies between issued work visas, actual arrivals, and valid work permi

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