Your life in Poland starts here
Make your move to Poland
Central European and affordable, Poland offers very cheap property, strong healthcare and widely spoken English. Work and business routes offer a clear way in, and there is no wealth tax.
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At a glance
Poland, in brief.
How Poland compares with the 80+ destinations we cover. Poland ranks among the best for property affordability (18th of 75) and safety (26th of 78) and cost of living (30th of 77).
Compare destinations- Cost of living
- Low
- Property
- Very affordable
- Healthcare
- Strong
- Safety
- Safe
- Climate
- Cool (~9°C)
- English
- Very widely spoken
- Expat community
- Moderate
Work/business; no retiree route
Worldwide; 32% top, no wealth tax
Life in Poland
Read about David and Joan's move to Poznan, Poland.
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Your move plan
Poland, one step at a time.
Thirteen steps, in the order most people tackle them. Each one links to the guide that walks you through it.
- 01Check which visa fits your moveRead the guide : Check which visa fits your move
- 02Work out your monthly budgetRead the guide : Work out your monthly budget
- 03Arrange health cover for your moveRead the guide : Arrange health cover for your move
- 04Understand how the health system worksRead the guide : Understand how the health system works
- 05Bring your pet, if you have oneRead the guide : Bring your pet, if you have one
- 06Find somewhere to rentRead the guide : Find somewhere to rent
- 07Open a local bank accountRead the guide : Open a local bank account
- 08Know your residency steps after you arriveRead the guide : Know your residency steps after you arrive
- 09Find a doctorRead the guide : Find a doctor
- 10Understand your tax positionRead the guide : Understand your tax position
- 11Sort out your driving licenceRead the guide : Sort out your driving licence
- 12Set up a phone and internetRead the guide : Set up a phone and internet
- 13Plan schools, if you're moving with childrenRead the guide : Plan schools, if you're moving with children
Plan your move
Answers for your move.
Free tools that turn big questions about Poland into clear answers.
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- Compare cost of livingWhat your money is worth in Poland.01
- Check retirement affordabilityWhere your pension clears the requirement.02
- Find visa optionsEvery route you could qualify for.03
- Get moving quotesUp to five free quotes from international movers.04
- Compare money transfer ratesFor large international transfers.05
The complete picture
The Poland moving guide.
54 guides, from your visa to finding a vet. Start with the three most people need first.
Moving guide sponsored by- Start here · 01
Visas
Which visa fits your move, and how to apply.
- Start here · 02
Residency
Your residence permit, from first stay to long term.
- Start here · 03
Banking
Opening an account and moving money.
Visas, residency and work
6
Healthcare
7
Buying property
5
Health and wellbeing
8
Travel and transport
5
Driving and cars
5
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You won't be the first
Real people who made the move.
People who built a life in Poland share what surprised them, what helped and what they'd do again. All Poland stories
- Warsaw
Jonny Blair
I am Jonny Blair, a travelling Northern Irishman who first visited Poland in 2005. I grew up in Bangor, Northern Ireland in…
- Warsaw
Carlos Vázquez
My name is Carlos Vázquez, I am from León, Spain, but currently, I live in the capital of Poland, Warsaw, for the…
- Warsaw
David Huerta
Hi Expat Focus friends, my name is David Huerta, I’m from Mexico City but I’ve been living in Warsaw, Poland for the…
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