{"id":3817,"date":"2024-10-14T11:02:59","date_gmt":"2024-10-14T09:02:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/progressholding.pl\/pl\/?page_id=3817"},"modified":"2026-01-30T15:52:43","modified_gmt":"2026-01-30T14:52:43","slug":"rejestracja-firmy-transportowej-w-polsce","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/progressholding.pl\/en\/open-a-transportation-company-in-poland\/","title":{"rendered":"Open a transportation company in Poland"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Do you want to open a transportation company in Poland and build a successful transportation business? Poland offers favorable conditions for the development of the transport industry, and opening a transportation company in Poland is a great opportunity to establish a foothold in the EU transport market. But how do you start a transport business in Poland and develop it successfully?<\/p>\n

It’s important to note that to open a transportation business in Poland, an entrepreneur needs experience in the industry and knowledge of its specifics.<\/p>\n

Who can open a transportation company in Poland?<\/h3>\n

How can a foreigner open a transportation company in Poland? The same way as Polish citizens. To register a company in Poland<\/a>, you need to provide certain documents, including those confirming your legal status and place of residence. It\u2019s important to note that foreigners can open a company in Poland<\/a> if they have a PESEL number and an electronic signature. The registration of a transportation company in Poland is carried out online through the S24 system.<\/p>\n

How to register a transportation company in Poland<\/h3>\n

If you\u2019ve decided to open a transportation company in Poland, for example, to engage in freight or passenger transport, the first step is to determine the legal form of your future company. According to statistics, in Poland, most businesses of this kind are registered as either a one person company (Individual Entrepreneur) or an LLC (Sp. z o.o.). You can register your company in Poland remotely; there’s no need to physically visit Poland.<\/p>\n

To register a company, the following is required:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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  1. Company name<\/li>\n
  2. Registered legal address, it can be any address for the transportation company.<\/li>\n
  3. Provide details of the founders and appoint board members. They need to create an ePUAP profile (electronic signature), but first, they must obtain a PESEL number (personal identification number). To verify their identity for the ePUAP, they need to be in Poland in person. Otherwise, it is possible to obtain a qualified electronic signature remotely, provided that you have knowledge of the English language. The time required to obtain a qualified electronic signature is up to 7 days.<\/li>\n
  4. Articles of Association<\/li>\n
  5. For company registration in Poland, a share capital deposit is required (the minimum share capital for registering an Sp\u00f3\u0142ka z o.o. is PLN 5,000).<\/li>\n
  6. Determine the PKD (activity codes). For the transport industry, these are section H, group 49; 49.3; 49.4; 49.41.<\/li>\n
  7. Register the company in Poland with the Polish National Court Register (KRS).<\/li>\n
  8. Pay the state registration fee.<\/li>\n
  9. If all documents pass the verification process, the company receives a KRS number and a company registration certificate, as well as a NIP (taxpayer identification number).<\/li>\n
  10. Open a bank account.<\/li>\n
  11. Register with the tax authorities, social security office, and the statistical office.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Obtaining a license to open a transportation company in Poland<\/p>\n

    Types and description of transportation licenses in Poland:<\/h3>\n
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    1. Passenger transport license \u2013 for passenger transport by bus or taxi.<\/li>\n
    2. Freight transport license \u2013 for cargo transportation by road.<\/li>\n
    3. International freight transport license \u2013 for transporting cargo outside Poland. The cost of a license for 5 years is 4000 PLN. Detailed terms will be sent upon request to office@progressholding.pl.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      A transportation license in Poland requires that at least one company employee holds a professional competence certificate (certyfikat kompetencji zawodowych). You can take a 10-day course (Polish language proficiency is required, and the exam is paid). Alternatively, you can hire a transport manager who holds the relevant professional qualifications. To obtain a license for opening a transportation company in Poland, all documents must be submitted to the relevant authority. The documents should include details about the company, vehicles, and drivers. The transport license is issued for a maximum period of 10 years.<\/p>\n

      Technical requirements for opening a transportation company in Poland<\/h3>\n

      Several key aspects need to be considered for the successful launch of a transport business:<\/p>\n

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      1. Availability of vehicles. You will need vehicles that meet the requirements for transporting people or goods. These vehicles may be owned, leased, or rented.<\/li>\n
      2. Parking space availability. You must ensure safe storage of vehicles. This can be your own facility or rented space.<\/li>\n
      3. A service and maintenance area. Vehicles require regular technical maintenance and repairs. You will need a space for this work or contract the services of external organizations.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        Driver requirements for obtaining a transport license in Poland<\/h3>\n

        Drivers in Poland must meet the following requirements:<\/p>\n