Work in Poland for a corporation based in Canada
Can I live in Poland and work remotely for a company in Canada?
Yes, it is possible, however we usually recommend double-checking the following points:
- The company you want to work for in Poland is a registered company in Poland (i.e. they have an office and are listed on the Polish stock exchange)
- The company you want to work for in Canada is a registered company in Canada (i.e. they have an office and are listed on the Canadian stock exchange)
I am a citizen of the US and I want to live and work in Poland.
How to find remote work in Canada while living in Poland?
Usually, it is feasible to get remote jobs in Canada even though you are located in Poland. For that we have to look for Canada-based companies that are willing to hire a Polish freelancer.
But before we start to look for remote jobs in Canada, we have to be sure that we are qualified for the job. The next step is to make a list of companies that are looking for remote workers.
What is Remote Work?
Remote work is a job that is performed by a freelancer who is not located in the same place as the employer. The freelancer works from his or her home, from a coffee shop, from a coworking space, from a library or from a park.
The freelancer can be an employee or an independent contractor.
Why Canada is the Best Country for Remote Work?
Canada is the best country to do remote work. The reason is simple – there are lots of companies that are willing to hire a freelancer from Poland.
There are more than 60,000 companies in Canada that are looking for remote workers. So, you can find a job in Canada even if you are located in Poland.
How to Find Remote Jobs in Canada?
The first step in finding remote work in Canada is to search for companies that are looking for remote workers.
You can do this by searching on the Internet. There are many job boards that are dedicated to remote work.
We recommend to use the following job boards:
Indeed.com
Remote.co
How to get paid in Poland when working remotely for a corporation in Canada?
You can get paid in Poland even if you are working for a company in Canada, however , you will need to complete an application to the Polish Tax Authority, and pay taxes in Poland, which are much higher than in Canada. There are many other things you need to know before you can start working in Poland.
Let’s start with the basics.
What is the difference between being self-employed and being an employee?
The difference between being self-employed and being an employee is that in the former case you are the employer, and in the latter case you are the employee.
The self-employed are responsible for all the costs, such as taxes, rent, utilities, etc. They are also responsible for all the expenses related to the business, such as purchasing a new computer, or a new printer, or a new phone, or any other thing related to the business.
On the other hand, the employee is responsible for all the expenses related to the work, such as the salary, the wages, the benefits, and the rest.
If you are a self-employed person, you are required to pay taxes in Poland, and if you are an employee you are not required to pay any taxes.
What is the difference between being self-employed and being an independent contractor?
The difference between being self-employed and being an independent contractor is that in the former case you are the employer, and in the latter case you are the contractor.
How do taxes work in Poland if I’m working remotely for a company Poland?
When working remotely in Poland for a firm based in Canada, taxes might be tricky, therefore , it is important to understand the rules of taxation in Poland.
Taxes in Poland are calculated based on the country of residence of the taxpayer. If you work remotely for a company in Canada, you will be taxed based on your home country. However, the rules are different for residents of Poland.
The following table shows how taxes work if you’re working remotely for a company in Poland.
Taxes in Poland
Taxable income
Tax
Tax rate
Less than PLN 5,000
0%
PLN 5,001-PLN 12,500
PLN 0.