Poland has proven to be a very attractive location for U.S. investors. We estimate that more than 350 U.S. firms now have offices, factories, subsidiaries or joint ventures operating in Poland. Poland is drawing billions of dollars in new investment every year as U.S. and other foreign firms seek to take advantage of Poland's large population and location in the heart of Europe. As a NATO and European Union member, Poland has a proven record of political stability and commitment to free market principles. There is a broad concensus across political lines that welcomes foreign direct investment, and the government offers many incentives to attract new firms that can bring capital, technology and jobs to Poland.
- Leading Sectors for U.S. Exporter and Investment
- Quick Facts
- Poland: Market Brief, Webcast & Movie
- Business Service Providers (BSP)
- European Union Standards, Regulations and Certification Requirements
- Export Invoice Guidance
- U.S. Business Presence in Poland
- Upcoming Public Holidays in Poland
- Travelling to Poland
Leading Sectors for U.S. Exporter and Investment
Automobile Parts and Components
Defense
Computer Services
Computer Software
Computers and Peripherals
Construction Materials and Equipment
Water and Wastewater Treatment Equipment
Plastic Processing
Travel and Tourism Services
Cosmetics
For more details on the Leading Sectors for U.S. Exporter and Investment please refer to our Country Commercial Guide 2009.
Quick Facts
Capital: Warsaw
Total Area: 322,500 sq km (shares borders
with Germany, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Ukraine, Belorussia,
Lithuania, and Russia)
Population: 38 million
Life Expectancy: 69 years for men, 78 years
for women
Government Type: Parliamentary
Democracy
Currency: 1 USD = 2.5 zloty
GDP: 5,4% per capita in 2004, 5,1% in 2005
(estimated)
Exports I-III 2006: 23814,2 mln USD
Imports I-III 2006: 26305,0 mln USD
FDI 2005: 7 724 mln USD
Natural Resources: hard and brown coal,
copper, zinc, lead, sulphur, rock salt and construction minerals
Poland: Market Brief, Webcast & Movie
Click here
Business Service Providers (BSP)
Poland's business infrastructure is well developed. There are
many firms throughout the country offering professional services
to foreign and domestic firms alike. This section of our web site
gives access to our Business Service Providers network, an
experienced group of firms that offer useful services for U.S.
exporters and investors interested in Poland.
Click here to explore our
BSP on-line database.
European Union Standards, Regulations and Certification Requirements
Click http://www.buyusa.gov/europeanunion/standards.html to be redirected to the "Standards Page" on the web site of U.S. Mission to the European Union which lists a lot of useful links to resources of information in this field.
Export Invoice Guidance
Please see the documents attached below for instructions and an invoice sample.
Export Invoice
Instructions
Export Invoice
Sample
U.S. Business Presence in Poland
Click here to learn more.
Upcoming Public Holidays in Poland
January 1 (Thu): New Year's Day
April 12-13 (Sun & Mon): Easter Sunday and Monday
May 1 (Fri): Labor Day
May 3 (Sun): Constitution Day
Jun 11 (Thu): Corpus Christi
August 14 (Fri): Assumption of Virgin Mary, Polish Army Day
November 1 (Sun): All Saints' Day
November 11 (Wed): National Independence Day
December 25, 26 (Fri & Set): Christmas
January 1, 2010 (Fri)
Travelling to Poland
Click here to be redirected to the web site of U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Consular Affairs.