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Poland tightens rules on foreign students’ right to work after 1 July 2026
A regulation published on 28 May 2026 ends Poland’s blanket work-permit exemption for foreign students. From 1 July 2026 only students enrolled at teaching institutions approved by the Interior Ministry will be able to work without a permit; others will require standard authorisation. Employers must immediately verify both student status and the institution’s place on the list or risk heavy fines, making pre-summer compliance audits urgent for sectors that rely on student labour.
Poland marks 35 years of Border Guard, highlights new tech and full Schengen ‘seal’
During celebrations of Straż Graniczna’s 35th anniversary on 28 May 2026, Polish officials revealed that the country’s external borders have reached “full tightness”, crediting the EU Entry/Exit System and new surveillance tech. Faster but more data-driven controls promise smoother travel for legitimate business visitors while enabling tougher action against over-stays and illegal work, signalling a higher compliance bar for employers.
Border Guard receives first batch of machine guns as Poland hardens eastern frontier
Rzeczpospolita reports that Poland’s Border Guard has deployed UKM 2020S machine guns and HK-416 rifles for the first time, starting with units along the Belarus border. The escalation responds to hybrid threats and will make roadside and rail checks more intensive, affecting freight and staff movements. Employers running cross-border operations should prepare for tighter inspection routines and potential delays.