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As Poland approaches 2026, HR departments and compliance teams are intensively analyzing government legislative work affecting the Polish labor market. A central topic is the ongoing amendment of the Polish Labour Inspectorate (PIP) Act, focusing on the new powers of the Polish Labour Inspectorate and B2B contracts in Poland. This draft legislation, aligned with milestones of Poland’s National Recovery Plan (Krajowy Plan Odbudowy), introduces significant changes in verifying employment relationships, including the potential reclassification of civil law contracts.
Recent updates indicate a shift from the most stringent measures proposed in the original draft, with attempts to incorporate market feedback and address concerns about B2B contracts and their relationship with employment contracts.
The planned regulations aim to equip the Polish Labour Inspectorate (PIP) with more effective tools to verify employment bases, with special attention to self-employment (B2B) arrangements. The legislative intent is to reduce irregularities in the Polish labor market and ensure compliance with conditions tied to the National Recovery Plan funding.
The initial draft of the law regarding new powers of the Polish Labour Inspectorate and B2B contracts in Poland, reviewed by the Standing Committee of the Council of Ministers in late November 2025, caused concern among Polish businesses. It proposed granting inspectors the authority to convert civil law contracts, including B2B agreements, into employment contracts via immediately enforceable administrative decisions.
A major risk for Polish entrepreneurs was the potential retroactive application for up to three years, which would require settling outstanding obligations, including social security contributions and taxes. Consequently, many companies—especially those relying on B2B cooperation with specialists—undertook audits to identify and mitigate legal risks.
According to information from the Standing Committee meeting on 4 December 2025, the draft law was significantly revised. Although the final text has not yet been published, preliminary information suggests that some market concerns were incorporated, and the originally strict enforcement procedure has been softened. Key provisions now include:
A significant announced change is the elimination of automatic retroactive effect of conversion decisions by labor inspectors. According to government representatives:
Although the official draft has not yet been published, the direction of the changes reflects a balance between market interests and regulatory goals. Further legislative work is expected in the first quarter of 2026.
However, businesses in Poland should note that the relaxation of inspection procedures does not exempt them from ensuring that B2B contracts comply with the Polish Labor Code. This period is ideal for conducting legal audits and analyzing employment structures before the new regulations take effect.
Accace Legal offers comprehensive support to Polish companies preparing for the new powers of the Polish Labour Inspectorate and B2B contracts in Poland. Our services include:
With our support, companies can minimize legal and financial risks and prepare effectively for the implementation of new PIP regulations.
Contact us to learn how we can help your organization navigate these upcoming changes.
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