From Workers to Entrepreneurs: How Many Ukrainians Started Their Own Business in Poland in 2025

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In 2025, Ukrainians topped the rankings of foreigners registering their own businesses in Poland — last year, Ukrainian citizens submitted more than 33,800 applications to open a sole proprietorship (JDG), more than any other nationality. This is the highest figure among all foreign nationals, and it continues to grow.

The analytical centre of Gremi Personal explains that the key drivers behind this growth are low barriers to entry, simplified registration procedures, and the ease of closing a business, as well as special legal conditions for Ukrainians in Poland.

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