Poland records changes in the labor market: who is replacing Ukrainians.

Ukrainians are increasingly losing dominance in the Polish labor market

According to Polskie Radio, Ukrainians are increasingly losing their positions in the Polish labor market to workers from other countries. Recently, the largest growth in employment can be observed among Colombians, Nepalese, and Argentinians. They are filling gaps in industrial production, agriculture, and construction, which were previously filled by Ukrainians.

According to data for 2023, over 275,000 work permits were issued for citizens of Asia and Latin America. This is a fivefold increase compared to 2019.

Currently, many Ukrainians are seeking work in Germany and the Czech Republic, as better working conditions are offered there. This has led to an increase in the number of vacancies in Poland, especially seasonal and manual positions.

The growth of foreign workers in Poland is associated with a decrease in the number of working-age citizens. In the Social Insurance System (ZUS), the number of registered foreign workers has significantly increased over the past 10 years.

Poland fights unemployment and attracts working-age citizens

According to data from the Central Statistical Office (GUS), the number of unemployed in Poland has dropped to a minimum not seen since 1990. Currently, 16 million people are working full time, indicating the country’s successful fight against unemployment.