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17 June ZUS Warning: Two-Hour Strike May Disrupt Social-Security Certificates for Mobile Staff

17 June ZUS Warning: Two-Hour Strike May Disrupt Social-Security Certificates for Mobile Staff

ZUS has alerted the public that a two-hour warning strike on 17 June could slow or suspend in-person services nationwide. The walkout may delay the issuance of A1 certificates and other social-security documents needed for EU assignments, prompting employers to reschedule appointments or shift to online filings. Further disruptions are possible if pay talks remain unresolved.

Jun 17, 2026
West Pomeranian Firms Warn German Border Checks Are Hitting Cross-Border Trade

West Pomeranian Firms Warn German Border Checks Are Hitting Cross-Border Trade

Szczecin’s business chamber says Germany’s continuing temporary border checks are strangling cross-border logistics and deterring investment along the Polish frontier. Despite falling migrant numbers and EU pressure, Berlin refuses to lift the controls, forcing companies to absorb higher transport costs and delays.

Jun 17, 2026
Warsaw Chopin Airport to Debut C3 ‘Dragon’ Scanners, Eliminating Laptop & Liquid Removal for Summer Peak

Warsaw Chopin Airport to Debut C3 ‘Dragon’ Scanners, Eliminating Laptop & Liquid Removal for Summer Peak

Warsaw Chopin Airport will switch on its first C3 CT scanners in late June, meaning travellers will no longer have to remove liquids or large electronics at security. The change comes amid a 7 % year-on-year jump in traffic and is part of a wider capacity-boost program ahead of the holiday peak. Faster screening should reduce missed-connection risk for business passengers and strengthen Warsaw’s position as a regional hub.

Jun 17, 2026
Warsaw Chopin Airport Deploys C3 ‘Dragon’ Scanners to Slash Security Queues

Warsaw Chopin Airport Deploys C3 ‘Dragon’ Scanners to Slash Security Queues

Warsaw Chopin Airport has begun installing CT-based C3 scanners that let passengers keep laptops and liquids in their bags. The €10 m project should cut security times by a third, easing strain as the airport records double-digit growth. Faster screening will boost punctuality for LOT and other carriers and may soon allow higher liquid limits.

Jun 17, 2026
Digital ID Leap: Signius Adds mObywatel Verification, Paving Way for EU Wallet

Digital ID Leap: Signius Adds mObywatel Verification, Paving Way for EU Wallet

E-signature platform Signius now allows users to verify themselves via the government mObywatel app, eliminating video KYC steps and aligning Polish businesses with the forthcoming EU digital-identity wallet. The integration promises faster, compliant onboarding for expatriates and remote workers.

Jun 17, 2026
Poland Visa Centre Resets Belarus Appointment Queue After System Test Glitch

Poland Visa Centre Resets Belarus Appointment Queue After System Test Glitch

VFS Global has cancelled all Polish-visa appointments in Belarus that were made before the 8 June launch of its new verified waiting-list system, forcing applicants—including seasonal workers and business travellers—to re-register. The reset is designed to eliminate unfair early bookings and reduce fraud but is expected to add weeks to lead-times during the busy summer period. Employers should rebuild schedules, ensure staff complete the new verification step and budget for longer processing.

Jun 17, 2026
Border Guard Nabs 45 Migrants on Polish-Lithuanian Green Border

Border Guard Nabs 45 Migrants on Polish-Lithuanian Green Border

Polish border guards detained 45 migrants who crossed from Lithuania between 12-13 June, signaling renewed pressure on Poland’s northern green border. Authorities may stiffen controls, potentially slowing legitimate Schengen traffic between Poland and the Baltics.

Jun 17, 2026
Warmia-Mazury Funds Quads to Patrol Russia Border, Aiming for Faster Travel Clearance

Warmia-Mazury Funds Quads to Patrol Russia Border, Aiming for Faster Travel Clearance

Warmia-Mazury’s government is giving Border Guard units PLN 250 000 to buy four quads for patrolling difficult terrain along the Kaliningrad border. Faster interception aims to preserve smooth processing at legal crossings, benefiting exporters and cross-border commuters.

Jun 17, 2026
Rzeszów-Jasionka Airport Posts Best Month of 2026 With 94,820 Travellers

Rzeszów-Jasionka Airport Posts Best Month of 2026 With 94,820 Travellers

Rzeszów-Jasionka Airport handled 94,820 passengers in May 2026, its busiest month this year and a sign of recovering regional demand. The uptick strengthens same-day connectivity for business travellers to Poland’s aerospace hub but capacity constraints and staffing gaps persist. Companies should leverage the renewed frequency yet book peak-season slots well ahead.

Jun 17, 2026
17 June Protest Near Kraków May Disrupt Access to A4 Motorway and Airport Transfers

17 June Protest Near Kraków May Disrupt Access to A4 Motorway and Airport Transfers

A legally sanctioned protest in Skawina from 11:00–14:00 on 17 June could back up traffic on routes connecting Kraków Airport and the A4 motorway. Business travellers should allow extra transfer time or use the airport rail link, while shippers are advised to avoid delivery slots during the protest window.

Jun 17, 2026

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