Guides
Independence Day in Poland: An Expat’s Guide to 11 November
What 11 November means, what closes in 2026 (a Wednesday), the free festival, the 20,000-strong run, and the 14:00 march - and how to join in respectfully.
expat guide: articles for expats in Poland
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How to Find LGBTQ+ Support Groups in Poland
Free helplines, psychological help, legal aid and peer groups: Poland’s LGBTQ+ support network mapped, with contacts and how each service works.
Housing
How to Find a Long-Term Rental in Warsaw Before Arriving in Poland
Market numbers, remote-search timeline, portals, deposits, video viewings and contract options for signing a Warsaw lease from abroad.
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Smoking and Vaping Laws in Poland: Rules for Expats (2026)
Where you can and cannot smoke or vape in Poland in 2026, age limits, the 500 zł fine, nicotine pouch rules, and the bans on online and vending-machine sales.
Housing
Rent Through an Agency or Directly From a Landlord in Poland?
Agency or direct from a landlord in Poland? The law: agency contracts must be written, brokers carry mandatory insurance, fees negotiable. When each route wins.
Housing
Can You Break a Rental Contract Early in Poland? Tenant's Guide
Fixed-term leases in Poland end early only if the contract allows; indefinite leases close with three months' notice. The rules, exceptions and exit checklist.
Housing
How to Avoid Rental Scams in Warsaw: Red Flags for Foreigners
Warsaw rental scams follow police-documented scripts: fake listings, short-rented flats, ID harvesting. The red flags and the counters, from police warnings.